Open in Default Browser extension

Security at a glance

Some riskSafety score 78/1006 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: nnbeflbkmkdngehiplhpkgadlinpdflf

Permissions (3)

  • Communicate with desktop apps

Frequently asked questions

Is Open in Default Browser safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Chrome listing of Open in Default Browser 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 Default Browser require?

Open in Default Browser requests 3 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops Open in Default Browser?

Open in Default Browser is published by Himanshu Satija. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.