GPSDetect
Detects GPS EXIF information in loaded JPEGs automatically
GPSDetect - Detect GPS EXIF in JPEGs
GPSDetect is an add-on for Firefox that scans JPEG images for embedded GPS coordinates in their EXIF information. It alerts the user and provides map links when GPS coordinates are detected. It also maintains a history list accessible from its toolbar button.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 5
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- notifications
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
Size: 93.39K
Email: al*****@allanwirth.com
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Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
This add-on scans JPEG images automatically as the browser downloads them to detect when they contain embedded GPS coordinates in their EXIF information. When it finds such an image, it shows an alert and links to a map. It also maintains a history list accessible from its toolbar button.
A useful test for verifying that this works can be done by loading the full size versions of any of the images on this page: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Media_with_GPS_EXIF
User reviews
by M.C.S., 2024-09-02
by M.C.S., 2024-09-02
by Teddy55, 2023-04-05
Add-on safety
Risk impact
GPSDetect requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
GPSDetect has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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