Skype Web for Firefox

Name: Skype Web for Firefox
Rating: 4.2917 (24 reviews)
Author: Newbyte

Makes using Skype Web in Firefox a breeze, bypassing the "browser not supported" error.

Skype Web for Firefox

Enhance Your Skype Experience

Skype Web for Firefox allows users to access Skype’s web interface seamlessly, bypassing the "browser not supported" error previously encountered in Firefox. By effectively changing the browser's user agent, this extension makes Skype Web function like it does in Chrome, ensuring smooth chatting, calling, and notifications without affecting the browsing experience on other sites.

User-Friendly and Efficient

While this extension was vital for many users, it is worth noting that recent updates have improved Skype Web compatibility with Firefox, potentially reducing the need for such tweaks. Users are encouraged to report any bugs that may arise when using this extension in Firefox, as workarounds and fixes are continuously being managed. For those who wish to support development and maintenance, donations are welcome but entirely optional. Please remember, this extension is unofficial and not endorsed by Microsoft Corporation, and bugs reported should not be directed to them.

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By: Newbyte

Daily users: 799

-26

Rating: 4.29

(24)

Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2019-05-06)

Version code: 3677545

Creation date: 2019-04-23

Weekly download count: 6

Firefox on Android: Yes

Risk:

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
https://web.skype.com/*
https://preview.web.skype.com/*
https://join.skype.com/*

Size: 8.30K

Email: ne*****@protonmail.com

URLs: Website

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated: a day ago

Ranking

# 3,583 ▼ 46

Other rankings

#48 in error keyword 30

#50 in firefox keyword 84

#88 in web keyword 75 ▲ 1

#108 in foe keyword 64 ▼ 1

#131 in web3 keyword 40 ▼ 1

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User reviews

Pros

Works well on Firefox and Linux
User-friendly and effective compared to other browsers
Can access chat functionality

Cons

Inconsistent performance with certain versions or configurations
Limited functionality warnings for some users
Not working for enterprise Skype URLs for some users

Most mentioned

Functionality issues with specific Firefox versions
Success rate on Linux
General usability compared to Chrome

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User reviews

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Skype Web for Firefox 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

Skype Web for Firefox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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