View Source extension

Security at a glance

Some riskSafety score 81/1005 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: toggle-web-developer-toolbar

Permissions (11)

  • Manage other extensions
  • Access to all websites
  • View open tabs

Frequently asked questions

Is View Source safe to use?

Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of View Source at 81/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.

What permissions does View Source require?

View Source requests 11 permissions. The most significant: Manage other extensions, Access to all websites, View open tabs. See the full breakdown in the security report.

Who develops View Source?

View Source is published by Baris Derin. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.