hacker news extension

Security at a glance

Some riskSafety score 84/10011 findings

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

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Chrome listing ID: mfejcboabnkiabgphafndcdoocnhbepa

Permissions (1)

  • Store local data

Frequently asked questions

Is hacker news safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Chrome listing of hacker news at 84/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does hacker news require?

hacker news requests 1 permission. The most significant: Store local data. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops hacker news?

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