Tab2QR

A minimalist browser extension that generates QR codes from your current tab, allows you to edit the encoded content, copy QR code image to clipboard, or download as PNG or SVG files.

Tab2QR - Firefox Add-on to Generate QR Codes

'Tab2QR' is a handy Firefox browser extension that turns the URL of your current tab into a QR code for easy sharing and transfer to your mobile devices. It allows you to edit the encoded content, copy the QR code image to clipboard, or download as PNG or SVG files. It performs all conversions locally ensuring your privacy by not saving or collecting your browsing history or personal information. It seeks permissions only for essential features and can be easily managed through add-ons manager. Developed by James Shih.

Add-on stats

Manifest V3
Daily users: 1,328
Rating: 4.44
(106)
Version: 4.0.0 (Last updated: 2023-02-05)
Version code: 5522605
Creation date: 2016-08-25
Weekly download count: 14
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • activeTab
Size: 25.09K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Tab2QR (v4.0.0)
579 5.00 (2)
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros
  • Can generate custom QR codes
  • Useful for quickly sharing URLs
  • Supports saving QR codes as SVG
Cons
  • New version requires additional permissions that some users are uncomfortable granting
  • Competes with other add-ons that offer similar features without the need for extra permissions
  • Desire for a toolbar icon instead of occupying space on the main toolbar
Most mentioned
  • Increased permissions in the new version
  • Desire for additional features
  • Comparison with other similar add-ons
User reviews


by mymac1232, 2024-03-19
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Tab2QR does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

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Risk likelihood analysis details
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