The extension has a solid rating of 4.6 stars from 487 user reviews, indicating generally positive user experiences. The developer operates from a dedicated domain (spades.trickstercards.com) which suggests a legitimate gaming service. The extension appears to be a card game application, which aligns with its simple functionality and minimal permission requirements.
The primary concern is the use of Manifest Version 2, which lacks the enhanced security protections of Manifest V3. While this doesn't pose immediate danger, it represents outdated security architecture that Google is phasing out. The missing technical details (permissions, host permissions, content scripts) in the analysis make it difficult to fully assess the extension's scope of access, though the low overall risk rating suggests minimal concerning behavior was detected.
This extension appears relatively safe for general use given its low risk assessment and positive user feedback. However, consider monitoring for updates that migrate to Manifest V3 for improved security. Since it's a gaming extension, ensure you're comfortable with any data the game might collect during play. If you're particularly security-conscious, you could run it in a separate Chrome profile, though this seems unnecessary given the low risk level. Keep the extension updated when new versions become available.
| https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx | https://spades.trickstercards.com/game/?app=chrome&ver=1.2 |
{ "app": { "launch": { "web_url": "https://spades.trickstercards.com/game/?app=chrome&ver=1.2" } }, "name": "Trickster Spades", "icons": { "16": "icon_16.png", "128": "icon_128.png" }, "version": "1.2.1", "short_name": "Spades", "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "description": "Free, Live, Social Play – Your Way", "manifest_version": 2 }
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