Open in PDF Viewer extension

Security at a glance

Some riskSafety score 77/1009 findings

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

See the full security report

Chrome listing ID: ehndikigeekodlnbohjndjjiikphickb

Permissions (5)

  • Communicate with desktop apps
  • Manage downloads

Frequently asked questions

Is Open in PDF Viewer safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Chrome listing of Open in PDF Viewer at 77/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does Open in PDF Viewer require?

Open in PDF Viewer requests 5 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps, Manage downloads. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops Open in PDF Viewer?

Open in PDF Viewer is published by Lynn. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.