Is Screen Recorder for Google Chrome Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: Screen Recorder for Google Chrome earns a safety grade A, 92.8 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
92.8/100
Grade A · 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
Screen Recorder for Google Chrome earns a safety grade of A (92.8/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Maintenance & Ownership (100%). The weakest is Publisher & Identity (60%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, Screen Recorder for Google Chrome comes through cleanly. 700,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 4.3/5 from 18,100 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2026-07-10. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open Screen Recorder for Google Chrome's own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other screenshots & screen recording extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts 2 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 100% · 25/25 pts 3 of 3 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 100% · 16/16 pts 4 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 100% · 7.5/7.5 pts 1 of 2 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 84% · 8.4/10 pts 2 of 4 checks verified | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
This extension requests only the offscreen, storage, and unlimitedStorage API permissions. The offscreen API allows it to perform screen capture through a background document without needing the more invasive desktopCapture permission, while storage permissions let it save recordings locally on your device. This is a minimal permission set that aligns well with a typical screen recording tool that operates on-demand and keeps files on your computer, not in the cloud.
Screen recording extensions naturally handle sensitive visual information from your screen. In this category, careful users should verify that the recorder does not upload videos without consent, inject unwanted ads, or bundle unrelated functionality. Because these extensions can see what you're recording, it's wise to check the publisher's privacy policy and confirm the extension is the official version from a trusted source, as popular tools are sometimes cloned to distribute malware.
In ExtensionTrust's analysis, this extension scored highly overall. Its strongest dimension was Maintenance & Ownership, indicating active updates and stable control. The weakest area was Publisher & Identity, suggesting that the publisher's website or corporate information may be less transparent. This is worth a quick review, but the extension's declared privacy practices and permission profile do not raise red flags.
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 Screen Recorder for Google Chrome?
- Publisher https://recorder.freebusinessapps.net/
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 7 Screenshots & Screen Recording extensions we track, Screen Recorder for Google Chrome has the highest safety score.
Computed from our own database of assessed Screenshots & Screen Recording extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
Screen Recorder for Google Chrome FAQ
- Is Screen Recorder for Google Chrome safe?
- Screen Recorder for Google Chrome earns a safety grade of A (92.8/100) 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 Screen Recorder for Google Chrome?
- Screen Recorder for Google Chrome is operated by https://recorder.freebusinessapps.net/.
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