Is Video Speed Controller Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: Video Speed Controller earns a safety grade A, 93.9 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
93.9/100
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
Video Speed Controller earns a safety grade of A (93.9/100), 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, Video Speed Controller comes through cleanly. 3,000,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 4.0/5 from 4,500 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2026-08-15. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open Video Speed Controller's own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other video speed controllers 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 | 92% · 9.2/10 pts 2 of 4 checks verified | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
The extension only requests the storage permission, which allows it to save your speed preferences locally on your device. It does not ask for broader access like reading or modifying your data on websites directly through additional API grants. This minimal permission set is normal and appropriate for a video speed controller, as its core function is adjusting playback speed without needing to interact with network requests or other sensitive data.
For any browser extension in this category, it’s wise to be cautious about tools that demand extensive permissions such as access to all website data or browsing history, which could be misused to track viewing habits. This extension’s developer-declared privacy practices state that data is not sold, not used for unrelated purposes, and not used for creditworthiness, reinforcing a low-risk profile. The lightweight permission model further reduces the potential attack surface.
Scoring highly on Community Reputation, the extension benefits from a large user base and a 4.5-star rating across thousands of reviews, indicating widespread trust and satisfaction. The weakest dimension is Publisher & Identity, which suggests the developer is an individual rather than a verified organizational entity—a common scenario for utility extensions that does not necessarily indicate any safety concern, especially given the strong community feedback.
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 Video Speed Controller?
- Publisher igrigorik
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 6 Video Speed Controllers extensions we track, Video Speed Controller has the highest safety score.
Computed from our own database of assessed Video Speed Controllers extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
Video Speed Controller FAQ
- Is Video Speed Controller safe?
- Video Speed Controller earns a safety grade of A (93.9/100) 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 Video Speed Controller?
- Video Speed Controller is operated by igrigorik.
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