Google Explorer extension

Security at a glance

High riskSafety score 36/10022 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: google_search_explorer

Permissions (9)

  • Observe web requests
  • Block and modify web requests
  • View open tabs

Frequently asked questions

Is Google Explorer safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of Google Explorer at 36/100 (high risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does Google Explorer require?

Google Explorer requests 9 permissions. The most significant: Observe web requests, Block and modify web requests, View open tabs. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops Google Explorer?

Google Explorer is published by FireBoxer. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.