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Security of extensions for promo codes: what to check before installing

Browser permissions, privacy policy, opening affiliate links and user action.

The extension for promo codes is located next to the purchase, so security is more important than a beautiful interface. The user must understand what permissions it gives and how the extension works with transitions.

Who will find it useful?

The article is useful before installing the extension in Chrome, Firefox or another browser.

Procedure

  1. Open the extension page and read the list of permissions.
  2. Check for a privacy policy and a clear job description.
  3. See if you can disable the widget and control the extension's behavior.
  4. Check that the transition to the store occurs by your click and not automatically.

What to check before moving

Where people often go wrong

Do not install an extension if it requires access to all data without explaining why it is needed to search for discounts.

How ShopTools helps

ShopTools shows the site, bot and extension as three separate access points. This allows you to use the service even without installing the extension.

Related queries

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Conclusion. A secure extension should be transparent: what it sees, when it works, and where it takes the user.