VS Code for the Web extension

Security at a glance

Low riskSafety score 94/1004 findings

Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.

See the full security report

Firefox listing ID: vs-code-for-the-web

Permissions (2)

  • Access current tab
  • Add context menu items

Frequently asked questions

Is VS Code for the Web safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of VS Code for the Web at 94/100 (low risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does VS Code for the Web require?

VS Code for the Web requests 2 permissions. The most significant: Access current tab, Add context menu items. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops VS Code for the Web?

VS Code for the Web is published by Paul. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.