Open in Spotify desktop client

Open in Spotify desktop client

Instead of opening open.spotify.com and play.spotify.com links in the browser they will always be opened in the Spotify desktop client. Port of https://github.com/gaqzi/chrome-open-in-spotify-client

What is Open in Spotify desktop client?
'Open in Spotify desktop client' is a convenient Firefox add-on, ideal for Spotify enthusiasts. By opening all open.spotify.com and play.spotify.com links directly in the Spotify desktop app rather than in the browser, this tool caters to users who prefer the application's functionalities and interface. A port of a popular Chrome extension, this add-on streamlines your music listening experience while using Firefox.
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Stats
By: Joao Sa
Users: 792
Rating: 4.14 (22)
Version: 1.4.1.1 (Last updated: 2021-01-28)
Creation date: 2018-10-03
Weekly download count: 10
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://open.spotify.com/
  • *://play.spotify.com/
Size: 12.66K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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Pros
  • Opens Spotify links directly in the desktop client
  • Works flawlessly for some users
  • Simple and does exactly what it advertises
Cons
  • Doesn't always navigate to the correct song or link within the app
  • Leaves the original Firefox tab open, leading to clutter
  • Stopped working for some users or isn't consistent
Most mentioned
  • Opens the Spotify desktop client but doesn't always go to the correct page
  • Leaves Firefox tabs open after opening Spotify
  • Does not work or has stopped working for several users
Recent reviews
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Safety
Risk impact

Open in Spotify desktop client is very risky to use and it requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Avoid installing this add-on unless you absolutely trust this publisher.

Risk likelihood

Open in Spotify desktop client has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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