Can extensions track?

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We've already established that loads of extensions are being updated to include tracking / spying code, injecting ads, and who knows what else. They are being sold to untrustworthy companies, or the developers are being bought with a promise of easy money. 20 янв. 2014 г.

Can browser extensions track you?

Not only could a browser extension track every page you visit, download your passwords, and your personal information, but by downloading a dangerous extension, you could inadvertently download malware, adware, and trojan horse viruses.

Can Chrome extensions be tracked?

Extensions, for Chrome at least, are limited to the desktop browser, so they won't do anything to stop you being tracked on mobile devices. For that you'll need a to pick a new mobile browser. For added protection you may also want to start using a VPN to mask your web activity further.

Can extensions steal your information?

These small tools often have access to everything you do online, so they can capture your passwords, track your web browsing, insert advertisements into web pages you visit, and more. Popular browser extensions are often sold to shady companies or hijacked, and automatic updates can turn them into malware.

Can websites see what extensions I have?

They are not. In firefox plugins help your browser perform specific functions like viewing special graphic formats or playing multimedia files. Plugins are slightly different from addons, which modify or add to existing functionality, addons are written in javascript, plugins could be C++ code.

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