Is VeiloVPN: Secured Tunnel Safe? — Extension Safety Profile

The extension requests the proxy permission to redirect browser traffic through the VPN service, along with storage for saving settings, activeTab to access the current page only when you interact with the extension (e.g., to show IP information), alarms for scheduled background checks, and windows to manage its own interface. Host permissions are confined to the publisher’s domain, an IP detection endpoint (api.myip.com), and Google connectivity‐check endpoints. This set is typical for a VPN extension: it needs to control the proxy, verify connectivity, and detect your public IP without broad page‑reading access.

VPN extensions are inherently high‑trust because they handle your browser traffic; the provider can see which sites you visit. The developer states that the extension collects location data, that data is not sold or used for unrelated purposes, and that it is not used for creditworthiness decisions. A prudent user should consider whether the VPN operator offers a transparent no‑logs policy and how location data is protected. Also, keep in mind that a proxy‑based browser VPN only covers traffic inside the browser, not other applications on your device.

In ExtensionTrust’s assessment, the strongest dimension is Maintenance & Ownership (100%), showing the extension is actively updated. The weakest is Publisher & Identity (60%), which may reflect that the publisher’s background or track record is less well‑established than that of more prominent developers. Users may wish to verify the provider’s identity and business practices before relying on the VPN for sensitive activities.