ManipulationDetect

Detect online choice architecture techniques on web pages

As of June 2026, ManipulationDetect has 157 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 9 reviews in the Education category.

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9 reviews
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Version
3
Manifest V3

History

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Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

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Permissions & access

Permissions
activeTabscriptingstoragealarmsoffscreen
Host access
https://manipulationdetect.nudgedetect-api.workers.dev/*

Screenshots

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About

🕵️ ManipulationDetect – Keeping you informed!

Ever feel like websites are tricking you into spending more, subscribing by accident, or giving away personal data?

ManipulationDetect exposes the sneaky behavioural tactics hidden in everyday websites - so you stay in control.

🔍 What ManipulationDetect Does
ManipulationDetect scans any webpage and flags up to 5 manipulative design techniques, such as:
•	Opt-out Default ("Click here to not receive personalised communications")
•	Hidden Costs (Drip pricing) ("Concert tickets from £20, final checkout price £37.50 after booking fees")
•	False Hierarchy ("Recommended options" listed first)
•	Low-Stock Message (“Only 1 left available at this price!”)
•	...and many more

Each tactic is rated for manipulation severity:
🟢 Green (Low) • 🟠 Amber (Moderate) • 🔴 Red (High)

⚙️ How It Works
1.	One-click scan of any website
2.	Flags up to 5 behavioural techniques per page
3.	Shows real examples with explanations

💡 Why Use It?
•	Spot manipulative tactics before they sway you
•	Protect your time, money, and data
•	Help hold companies accountable
•	Teach others about persuasive design

Let’s build a more honest internet.

Install ManipulationDetect and see the web with open eyes.

Technical

Version
3
Manifest
V3
Size
6.0MiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
1
Featured
Yes

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
u4a1243477ec3e04a8a029694fa73b7a2
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
May 13, 2025
Last Updated (Store)
Dec 19, 2025
Last Scraped
Jun 3, 2026
Website
manipulationdetect.com
Support URL

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Data sourced from the Chrome Web Store · last verified Jun 3, 2026.