This plugin allows you to check any file you are about to download, any page you are about to visit with online version of Dr.Web anti-virus.

Dr.Web LinkChecker - Your Ultimate Anti-virus Firefox Add-on
Dr.Web LinkChecker is a free Firefox extension that adds an extra layer of security to your online experience. It instantly scans webpages and files from the Internet, blocking any attempts to monitor user activity and display unwanted ads. Offering protection against malware infections and phishing attacks, it scrutinizes links before you visit any site, checks files before downloading, and even scans links in your email. It also allows users to manually scan for threats and block stubborn ads. Ensure safe and seamless browsing with Dr.Web LinkChecker.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Rating: 4.10
(40)
Weekly download count: 92
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- contextMenus
- tabs
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
- storage
Size: 575.49K
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
User reviews
Pros
Cons
- Does not effectively check external links as claimed, often resulting in failures
- Causes annoying popups prompting users to refresh their pages
- Perceived as a privacy risk due to its origin and data handling practices
Most mentioned
- Ineffectiveness in checking links
- Annoying popups appearing frequently
- Concerns regarding data privacy and security
User reviews
by 远离中共邪教快退出党团队, 2025-02-11
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by asaliah91, 2024-11-26
by Firefox user 17640529, 2024-09-29
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Dr.Web LinkChecker 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 Dr.Web LinkChecker. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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