Redirector
Automatically redirects to user-defined urls on certain pages
- By:
- Einar Egilsson
- Rating:
- 4.63 (340) 1 new ratings
- Version:
- 3.5.3 (Last updated: 2020-03-26)
- Version code:
- 4990639
- Creation date:
- 2007-06-02
- Permissions:
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- webNavigation
- storage
- tabs
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
- notifications
- Size:
- 52.96K
- Email:
- re*****@einaregilsson.com
- URLs:
- Website
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Firefox Browser Add-ons
- Updated:
- 20 hours ago
Manifest V2
Ranking
# 570
Other platforms
User reviews
Users appreciate Redirector for simplifying URL redirection tasks and customizing web navigation, highlighting its effectiveness and documentation. However, multiple reviews note issues such as silent failures on certain URLs, the complexity of setting up rules requiring regex knowledge, and occasional compatibility problems with some browsers or links. Overall, it is a powerful tool for users comfortable with technical configurations but may present a learning curve and occasional functionality limitations.
Pros
- Effectively redirects URLs to desired destinations, solving practical navigation issues.
- Straightforward and easy to set up for users familiar with redirection concepts.
- Highly useful for customizing URL behavior, such as adjusting search engine parameters or redirecting from old domains.
- Well-documented with examples, aiding user understanding and implementation.
- Improves user experience by automating necessary link corrections.
Cons
- Does not always function on certain URLs, failing silently without redirecting as expected.
- Requires knowledge of regular expressions for rule setup, which may be difficult for non-technical users.
- Some links fail to redirect depending on browser compatibility (e.g., Orion browser).
- Inconsistent behavior with some servers or specific URL patterns, limiting reliability.
Recent reviews
Thank you so much. I had to manually edit the link in one of our platforms every time I a clicked link when outside of the network...
Now I don't have to. This made my life so much happier
by Lukas, 2025-04-17
this let me fix steam replacing my language
by loaf, 2025-04-05
Simple and useful.
by BrixterWork, 2025-03-31
Extension safety
Risk impact
Redirector 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
Redirector has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
Risk likelihood analysis details
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