Automa

An extension for automating your browser by connecting blocks

Automa - A Browser Automation Extension for Firefox

Automa is a comprehensive Firefox add-on that allows users to automate specific browser tasks. The list of possibilities includes scraping data from websites, scheduling automated tasks, auto-filling forms, or even taking screenshots. It is designed to significantly enhance productivity and efficiency of browsing.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 5,187
294
Rating: 4.86
(28)
Version: 1.28.27 (Last updated: 2024-02-06)
Version code: 5688214
Creation date: 2022-05-03
Weekly download count: 1,406
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • proxy
  • menus
  • alarms
  • storage
  • webNavigation
  • unlimitedStorage
  • <all_urls>
Size: 2.25M
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Automa (v1.29.8)
200,000 4.48 (225)
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Intuitive and user-friendly for non-developers
  • Powerful automation capabilities that save time
  • Flow-based programming is effective
  • Can modify buttons and links on websites
Cons
  • Javascript code input does not work properly
  • User interface is considered poor and confusing
  • Workflow controls can stop functioning when switching tabs
  • Limited resources available for help due to low popularity
Most mentioned
  • User interface issues
  • Functionality of Javascript code
  • General usability and given features
  • Powerful automation capabilities
User reviews


Intuitive, I am no dev, helped me a lot
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Automa requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Automa. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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