base64 decoder
select some text, and base64 decode it.
Base64 Decoder - Firefox Add-on
'Base64 Decoder' is a Firefox add-on that enables users to select any string of text and decode it from base64. Base64 is a popular binary-to-text encoding scheme that transforms binary data into an ASCII string format. This add-on provides a simple and efficient way to instantly decode encoded information, improving ease of use and de-obfuscation.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 41
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- activeTab
- tabs
- contextMenus
- storage
- <all_urls>
Size: 12.48K
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Works perfectly for decoding base64 text as advertised
- Simple to use with right-click functionality
- Decodes base64 text on the page without opening new tabs or windows
Cons
- Does not support UTF-8 or Unicode characters
- Ineffective for texts that include non-ASCII characters
- Does not work well with other addons
Most mentioned
- Lack of UTF-8 and Unicode support
- General ease of use for basic decoding tasks
- Successful decoding as per user expectations
User reviews
Does not support UTF-8, so completely useless for anything that is not plain ASCII
by Firefox user 12193918, 2024-10-05
by IntersectionAire, 2024-04-07
Add-on safety
Risk impact
base64 decoder requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
base64 decoder is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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