IDN Safe

IDN Safe is a browser extension which blocks internationalized domain names to prevent you from visiting probable fake sites.

IDN Safe - Block Fake Internationalized Domain Names

IDN Safe is a browser extension that blocks internationalized domain names (IDN) to protect you from potential phishing attacks. It helps you identify and avoid fake websites that use Unicode to spoof legitimate sites. With IDN Safe, you can whitelist domains and temporarily allow access. Easily prevent falling victim to web scams with IDN Safe!

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 380
-3
Version: 1.5 (Last updated: 2019-10-02)
Version code: 4871884
Creation date: 2017-04-25
Weekly download count: 9
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
Size: 162.60K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

IDN Safe (v1.5.1)
2,000 5.00 (6)
Not available on Android
IDN Safe (v1.5.1)
1,073 5.00 (1)

User reviews

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

IDN Safe 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 IDN Safe. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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