Open in VLC Player extension

Security at a glance

Some riskSafety score 78/1005 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: open-in-vlc-player

Permissions (2)

  • Communicate with desktop apps

Frequently asked questions

Is Open in VLC Player safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of Open in VLC Player at 78/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does Open in VLC Player require?

Open in VLC Player requests 2 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops Open in VLC Player?

Open in VLC Player is published by Vlc Stream. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.