HTTPS Everywhere
Encrypt the web! HTTPS Everywhere is a Firefox extension to protect your communications by enabling HTTPS encryption automatically on sites that are known to support it, even when you type URLs or follow links that omit the https: prefix.
This add-on was removed from Firefox Browser Add-ons on
2023-01-03
Manifest V2
Weekly download count: 5,990
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
- webNavigation
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- tabs
- cookies
- storage
- *://*/*
- ftp://*/*
Size: 1.75M
Email: ex*****@eff.org
Full description: See detailed description
Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated: 2 years ago
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User reviews
by crismblog, 2022-12-31
Add-on safety
Risk impact
HTTPS Everywhere 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
HTTPS Everywhere may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- Critical This extension is not longer available in the store
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