ProxySwitcheroo

Simple and Safe Proxy Switching
ProxySwitcheroo is a Firefox add-on that enables users to easily switch between proxies without requiring extensive permissions or access to browsing data. It provides a simple and safe way to configure and toggle proxy settings, making it convenient for users with SSH access to set up and use proxies effortlessly. The extension allows the use of any proxy configuration supported by Firefox and requires the 'Run in Private Windows' setting to be set to 'Allow' for proper functionality.
Manifest V2
Daily users:
69 -5
Rating:
4.38
(21)
Version:
1.0.1 (Last updated: 2020-01-10)
Version code:
4938601
Creation date:
2017-11-26
Permissions:
  • storage
  • proxy
Size:
117.34K
URLs:
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Full description:
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Updated:
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User reviews

Exactly what I was looking for. An easy way to alternate between automatic and manual proxy configuration.
by Luciano, 2021-11-04

does not work for me in FF 80.0.1 manual proxy aside works great, clicking addon's icon does not switch direct to manual mode.
by djvoo, 2020-09-30

Does exactly what supposed to do. Unlike other proxy "switchers". 5+
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Extension safety

Risk impact
Low risk impact

ProxySwitcheroo requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • High Allows reading and modifying clipboard content, which can be sensitive, posing a moderate privacy risk.
Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

ProxySwitcheroo has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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