News Paywall Bypass

News Paywall Bypass

News Paywall Bypass - Access Archived Articles

"News Paywall Bypass" is a Firefox add-on that enables users to access paywalled news articles by redirecting them to archived versions of the sites. This tool helps you retrieve valuable information without encountering subscription barriers, allowing readers to stay informed on current events without the hassle of paywalls. Enjoy seamless access to a wide array of news articles at no cost with this handy add-on.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 6,158
218
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2023-12-25)
Version code: 5668918
Creation date: 2023-12-24
Weekly download count: 609
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • webRequest
Size: 11.31K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

News Paywall Bypass requires a few sensitive permissions. 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

News Paywall Bypass has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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