FreshBooks Time Tracker

The extension appears to be associated with FreshBooks, a legitimate accounting software company, which adds some credibility. However, the low user count of only 4,000 users and poor rating of 2.5 stars with 45 reviews raises significant concerns about quality and user satisfaction. The lack of visible developer information and missing last updated date further diminishes trust.

The tabs permission is particularly concerning for a time tracking application, as it allows the extension to access and manipulate all browser tabs, which goes beyond what's necessary for basic time tracking functionality. The identity permission, while potentially needed for FreshBooks integration, creates additional privacy risks by accessing user identity information. The combination of these permissions with the extension's poor user ratings suggests potential overreach in functionality or poor implementation.

Given the high-risk permissions and poor user feedback, consider running this extension in a separate Chrome profile to isolate potential security risks. Before installation, verify this is the official FreshBooks extension by checking their website directly. Consider alternative time tracking solutions with better ratings and more transparent permission usage. If you must use this extension, regularly review what data it's accessing and consider disabling it when not actively tracking time. Monitor your FreshBooks account for any unusual activity after installation.