Behind - URL Unshortener & Link Safety Check
🔍 Instantly Unshorten Links & Stay Safe Online Behind is a browser extension that reveals the true destination behind shortened…
As of May 2026, Behind - URL Unshortener & Link Safety Check has 13 users in the Privacy & Security category.
Usersdown 13.3 percent−13.3%
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Version
1.0
Manifest V3
History
4 snapshotsTracking since Apr 1, 2026.
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| Date | Users | Rating | Reviews | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2026 | 15 | — | — | 1.0 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 16 | — | — | 1.0 |
| May 6, 2026 | 16 | — | — | 1.0 |
| May 31, 2026 | 14 | — | — | 1.0 |
| Now | 13 | — | — | 1.0 |
Permissions & access
- Permissions
- storage
- Host access
- <all_urls>
Screenshots
About
🔍 Instantly Unshorten Links & Stay Safe Online Behind is a browser extension that reveals the true destination behind shortened URLs and checks link safety in real-time using Google Safe Browsing. Whether it's a tweet, email, or random link — you'll know what’s behind it before clicking. Protect yourself from phishing, malware, and scam links — with zero tracking or ads. ✨ Key Features - 🔗 URL Preview – Hover over any shortened link to see where it leads - 🛡️ Safety Check – Built-in threat detection - ⚡ Manual Check – Use the popup to inspect any link - 🧩 Custom Shorteners – Add your own domains - 👁️ Visual Indicators – Highlights detected short links - 🔒 Privacy-First – No tracking, no data collection 🚨 Why It Matters Shortened URLs are common on social media, email, and messages. Behind helps you avoid: - Phishing websites - Malware downloads - Scam or misleading content 🌐 Supported Services Works with popular shorteners like bit.ly, t.co, tinyurl.com, and many more. You can also add custom domains. 🧩 How to Use - Install and pin the extension - Hover over any link or paste one into the popup - Instantly see the destination and safety status 🔐 Privacy First Behind stores no browsing history, collects no personal data, and uses no analytics. Fully open-source with minimal permissions. Install Behind and browse smarter.
Technical
- Version
- 1.0
- Manifest
- V3
- Size
- 41.45KiB
- Min Chrome
- 88
- Languages
- 1
- Featured
- No
Metadata
- ID
- mnpkmocdpnohhlannlnijelfngaebgcd
- Developer ID
- u4cd8238a6dc16e28f2362539d44f4b09
- Developer Email
- [email protected]
- Created
- Jun 11, 2025
- Last Updated (Store)
- Jun 11, 2025
- Last Scraped
- May 31, 2026
- Website
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- Support URL
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- Privacy Policy
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