URL Alias

URL Alias

URL Alias allows the user to define a short alias for a url, in order to access websites faster from the address bar.

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What is URL Alias?

URL Alias is a Firefox add-on that allows users to create short aliases for URLs in order to access websites faster. With a button on the address bar, users can easily create and manage aliases. Simply prefix the alias with a slash (/) in the address bar to quickly navigate to the desired website. Existing aliases can be viewed and edited via the extensions popup. Experience faster and more efficient browsing with URL Alias!

Merlin
Stats
Stats date:
By: Merve
Users: 74 ▲ 4
Rating: 4.67 (3)
Version: 1.4 (Last updated: 2021-10-23)
Creation date: 2020-01-26
Weekly download count: 1
Firefox on Android: Yes
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
Size: 103.16K
URLs: Website
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Edge
Merlin
Summary
  • Users are able to create aliases the same way they can create bookmarks: with a button on the address bar.
  • When entering the alias in the address bar, it needs to be prefixed with a slash (/).
  • Existing aliases can be viewed & edited by opening the extensions popup in the address bar and clicking the link 'My aliases'
User reviews
Helpful extention. I don't like to use bookmarks for fast access and enjoy to be able to type less and instead on relying on auto suggestions just clearly tell the browser where I want to go. Suprising that there are not more users.
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Safety
Risk impact

URL Alias may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

URL Alias has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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