Google Cache

Google Cache

Google Cache lets you visit retrieve the web page from Google Web Cache when the site is offline.

What is Google Cache?
The 'Google Cache' is a proficient Firefox add-on tool that allows users to retrieve the web pages which are currently offline. It does so by fetching the cached version of the page directly from Google's repository. It is as simple as pressing the toolbar button to access the information you need even if the original site is down.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 828 ▲ 8
Rating: 4.21 (19)
Version: 51.1resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2016-06-08
Weekly download count: 25
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
  • <all_urls>
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 65.06K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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Merlin
Summary

Google Cache lets you visit retrieve the web page from Google Web Cache when the site is offline.

If the site is offline, you can just press toolbar button and request cached version of the page from Google Cache.

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Useful for checking cache quickly
  • Simple and efficient
  • Faster browsing and enhances privacy
Cons
  • Does not work for some users
  • No option to open cached page in a new tab
  • Presence of an unwanted context menu item
Most mentioned
  • Ease of use for checking cached pages
  • Desire for opening cached pages in a new tab
  • Presence of context menu item
Recent reviews
by monika, 2024-01-31
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Safety
Risk impact

Google Cache is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Google Cache if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Google Cache is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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