Open in VLC media player extension
Security at a glance
Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.
See the full security reportFirefox listing ID: open-in-vlc
Permissions (6)
- Communicate with desktop apps
- Observe web requests
- Execute scripts in pages
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Frequently asked questions
Is Open in VLC media player safe to use?
Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of Open in VLC media player at 91/100 (low risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.
What permissions does Open in VLC media player require?
Open in VLC media player requests 6 permissions. The most significant: Communicate with desktop apps, Observe web requests, Execute scripts in pages. See the full breakdown in the security report.
Who develops Open in VLC media player?
Open in VLC media player is published by Andy Portmen. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.