Is Video & Audio Downloader Safe? — Extension Safety Profile

This extension asks for the “downloads” permission to save files, “storage” for local settings, “notifications” to show alerts, and “webRequest” to observe network requests. It also requests host access to all URLs (*://*/*), which lets it read and modify content on every website you visit. For a video and audio downloader, this broad access is not unusual — the tool needs to detect media on pages and intercept downloads — but it is a high‑privilege scope that could theoretically expose your browsing activity across any site.

General guidance for this category: downloader extensions often operate on streaming sites and may push the boundaries of platform terms of service. Because they require extensive permissions, they are attractive targets for copycat or compromised versions. A careful user should verify the extension’s authenticity, install only from the official store, and read recent reviews. Even legitimate tools with broad host access can become a risk if an update introduces malicious code, so monitoring updates is wise.

The fact sheet shows the strongest dimension is Maintenance & Ownership (score 100). The extension was last updated in April 2026 and uses Manifest V3, indicating active upkeep. In contrast, Permissions & Access scores lowest (58) due to the combination of webRequest and host permission for all URLs, which creates a large potential attack surface. The publisher’s privacy declarations are self‑reported and lack independent verification, so the high Data & Privacy score (83) should be considered alongside the low Permissions score.