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GMB Everywhere - GBP Audit for Local SEO

Version 5.4.0 View in Chrome Web Store

Last scanned: 12 days ago | force re-scan

Extension Details

Developer: gmbeverywhere.com
Rating: 4.7 ★ (93 ratings)
Users: 200,000

Context-Aware Verdict

LOW
Overall Risk
Trust Factors: The extension has a solid reputation with 200,000 users and a high 4.7-star rating from 93 reviews. It's developed by gmbeverywhere.com, which appears to be a legitimate company focused on local SEO tools. The extension is specifically designed for Google My Business (GMB) auditing, which aligns with its extensive Google domain permissions. The current version 5.4.0 suggests active development and maintenance.
Concerns: The extension requests access to an extremely broad range of Google domains worldwide (over 100 different country-specific Google sites), which while extensive, is appropriate for a global local SEO tool that needs to analyze Google My Business listings across different regions. The storage permission allows local data storage, which is reasonable for saving audit results and user preferences. However, the sheer scope of domain access could potentially be concerning if the extension were compromised.
Recommendations: This extension appears legitimate and well-suited for its intended purpose of local SEO auditing. The permissions align with its functionality, and the user base and ratings suggest reliability. Users should ensure they download it from the official Chrome Web Store and monitor for any unusual behavior. For businesses handling sensitive client data, consider using it in a dedicated work profile. Regular review of stored data and clearing extension storage periodically would be prudent security practices.

Findings

MEDIUM
Medium-Risk Permission: storage
This extension has the storage permission. Can store data locally.