Deadname Remover

An easy to use browser plugin to automatically remove and replace deadnames

Deadname Remover: Replace Deadnames Automatically

Deadname Remover is a powerful and accessible Firefox add-on designed to replace and remove deadnames on the web pages you visit. This tool is made with the purpose of promoting respect for individual identity, creating a more inclusive and tolerant online environment for transgender and/or non-binary individuals. It's easy to use, with automatic settings update page that opens upon installation, and customizable settings that can be accessed anytime through the extension's icon.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 3,055
-17
Version: 2.0.4 (Last updated: 2025-02-20)
Version code: 5896477
Creation date: 2020-04-11
Weekly download count: 57
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 131.04K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Deadname Remover (v2.0.4)
20,000 4.54 (378)
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
  • Helpful for managing deadnames and reducing dysphoria
  • Long-standing use has been beneficial for many users
  • User-friendly interface (implied by positive experiences)
Cons
  • Latest update causes significant slowdowns in browser performance
  • Compatibility issues with various websites, especially Gmail
  • Frequent crashes noted after updates
  • Inability to detect letters from different languages
Most mentioned
  • Issues with the latest update affecting performance
  • Crashes and slowdowns after the 2.0 release
  • Overall helpfulness and long-term benefits of the extension
User reviews
An amazing extension that works very well! And the dev is nice too :)
by Jade, 2025-03-06

by Jay, 2025-02-19

I loved this extension before the most recent update, which caused it not work in most scenarios (Specifically gmail).
by homointhechair, 2025-02-18
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Deadname Remover requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

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

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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