Smart RSS Reader
RSS Reader made to be simple and effective
Smart RSS Reader for Firefox – Simple & Effective
Smart RSS Reader is a browser add-on designed for Firefox that allows users to manage and read their RSS feeds in a straightforward and efficient manner. Originally created to replace the Opera 12 built-in RSS reader, Smart RSS Reader brings a no-frills approach to RSS feed consumption. Although development may not continue, the extension is expected to function reliably for the foreseeable future, providing a stable user experience. Those with issues or feedback can contribute via the dedicated GitHub repository.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Weekly download count: 68
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- unlimitedStorage
- alarms
- tabs
- contextMenus
- <all_urls>
- *://*/*
- https://code.fb.com/*
- https://dev.opera.com/*
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking See more
Size: 366.43K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Great user interface with a clean design
- Allows efficient browsing of news articles
- Active and friendly developer support
- Good performance and low resource usage
- Works well for a long time before encountering issues
Cons
- Recent updates have caused functionality issues
- Missing options for syncing and marking all read
- Inconsistent behavior when refreshing tabs
- Some items disappear from the trash unexpectedly
Most mentioned
- Issues with functionality after recent updates
- Request for data sync with Firefox Sync
- Desire for a one-click 'Mark All Read' button
- Developer is responsive and helpful
User reviews
by 敬念法轮大法好远离瘟疫, 2025-02-17
by Firefox user 12818352, 2024-10-24
Another open-source/hobby project that the developer has lost interest in and nobody wants to take over. Yes, I know, “do better, buddy”... Feedbro is an alternative, but that thing can't load a simple website.
by Sebi, 2024-08-27
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Smart RSS Reader requires a lot of 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
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Smart RSS Reader. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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