Is QR Code (Generator and Reader) Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: QR Code (Generator and Reader) earns a safety grade B, 77.7 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
77.7/100
Grade B · 5 of 5 checks
What we found
Automated safety profile from public signals (the extension's manifest & permissions, store listing, publisher, privacy policy). A full review hasn't been published yet.
What this safety grade means
QR Code (Generator and Reader) earns a safety grade of B (77.7/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Data & Privacy (100%). The weakest is Maintenance & Ownership (10%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, QR Code (Generator and Reader) looks broadly trustworthy. 100,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 3.8/5 from 168 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2024-05-31. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open QR Code (Generator and Reader)'s own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other browser extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 90% · 22.5/25 pts | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 100% · 16/16 pts | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 10% · 0.8/7.5 pts | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 76% · 7.6/10 pts | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
This extension requests permissions that allow it to read and modify the content of the currently active tab when you invoke it, store an unlimited amount of data locally, and add items to the right-click context menu. For a QR code generator and reader, the ability to access the active page to scan for codes or generate one from the current URL is expected, though the unlimited storage permission is broader than what many similar tools require.
General-purpose browser extensions in this category can sometimes be repurposed or sold to new owners who may change their data practices. A careful user should be aware that any extension with the ability to read page content could, in theory, be updated to collect browsing data, so it is wise to review permissions after updates and only install extensions from publishers you trust.
Based on the fact sheet, this extension’s strongest dimension is Data & Privacy, where the developer has made clear declarations about data handling. The weakest dimension is Maintenance & Ownership, which suggests limited public information about the publisher’s track record or update frequency, a factor worth considering for long-term use.
AI-assisted analysis of the documented signals above (permissions, store data, privacy practices) — explains what they mean and the risks typical for this category. Not a hands-on test.
What the store listing shows
Who's Behind QR Code (Generator and Reader)?
- Publisher ExtAdmin
Public records identify the publisher, but no individual founders or a separate registered company are named — which is what holds the Publisher & Identity score back. Less public information about who operates an extension means less you can verify about their long-term accountability.
How it compares
Among the 345 browser extensions we track, QR Code (Generator and Reader) scores higher on safety than 57% of them.
Computed from our own database of assessed browser extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
QR Code (Generator and Reader) FAQ
- Is QR Code (Generator and Reader) safe?
- QR Code (Generator and Reader) earns a safety grade of B (77.7/100) on our evidence-based assessment, based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions we could verify from public records. This is an automated profile built from public records, not a hands-on review.
- Who is behind QR Code (Generator and Reader)?
- QR Code (Generator and Reader) is operated by ExtAdmin.
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