Is Clipboard History Manager - Secure, Fast, and Open Source Safe? — Extension Safety Profile

This extension requests a set of permissions that are largely expected for a clipboard history manager. It can read and write your system clipboard at any time, store unlimited data locally, add options to the right-click menu, and open a dedicated side panel. The scripting and activeTab permissions allow it to interact with the content of the current webpage when you activate the extension, which might be used to paste copied text into form fields. While this scope is common for its category, it also means the extension can access everything you copy—including passwords or financial details—so a privacy-conscious user should understand the level of trust involved.

Safety considerations for this type of tool centre on the sensitivity of clipboard data. The developer declares they collect personally identifiable information, even though they state it is not sold or used for unrelated purposes. Given what you copy may be highly private, it is wise to check if such data collection is truly necessary. The fact sheet shows strong maintenance and good community ratings, which suggests the extension is actively updated and generally well-regarded by users.

The weakest assessment dimension is Publisher & Identity, indicating less publicly available information about the developer. This does not mean the extension is unsafe, but users who prioritize transparency may want to visit the publisher’s website or research its background further. On the other hand, the Maintenance & Ownership dimension scored a perfect 100%, pointing to consistent updates and no apparent ownership risks—a reassuring signal for an extension that handles sensitive data.