Chrome-Stats extension
GPSDetect
Detects GPS EXIF information in loaded JPEGs automatically
What is GPSDetect?
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- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- notifications
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
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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
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Safety
Risk impact
GPSDetect 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 GPSDetect if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
GPSDetect has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.