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Color Snake Game

Version 0.1.9 View in Chrome Web Store

Last scanned: 28 days ago | force re-scan

Extension Details

Developer: gameforbreak.com
Rating: 5.0 ★
Users: 827

Context-Aware Verdict

LOW
Overall Risk
Trust Factors:

The extension has a perfect 5.0 rating, though the number of reviews is not specified. With 827 users, it has a modest user base which suggests some level of community acceptance. The developer gameforbreak.com appears to focus on casual gaming extensions. The extension uses Manifest V3, which is the more secure and modern extension framework required by Google.

Concerns:

The primary concern is the storage permission, which allows the extension to store data locally on your device. While this is typically used for legitimate purposes like saving game progress and settings in a game extension, it could theoretically be misused to store tracking data or other information. However, given this is a simple snake game, the storage permission is likely justified for saving high scores, game settings, or progress.

The extension has a relatively small user base of 827 users, which means it has received less community vetting compared to more popular extensions. The lack of specified review count makes it difficult to assess user satisfaction comprehensively.

Recommendations:

This extension appears to be low risk for casual use. The storage permission is reasonable for a game that would need to save scores and settings. You can safely install this extension in your main browser profile. Monitor your browser's storage usage if you're concerned about data accumulation, and consider removing the extension if you notice any unusual behavior or performance issues.

Findings

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