Referer Control

Referer Control

Control the HTTP Referer on a per-site basis.

What is Referer Control?
"Referer Control" is a handy Firefox add-on, enabling users to take command of the HTTP Referer. With this add-on, one has the option to craft any referrer as they wish, whether that's globally or on a site-by-site basis. If desired, users can choose to disable the Referer completely. What sets this tool apart is its functionally to also work on JavaScript's document.referrer, thus providing total control over referring sites.
Stats
By: Keepa.com
Users: 3,203 ▼ -4
Rating: 3.03 (39)
Version: 1.31 (Last updated: 2018-03-10)
Creation date: 2017-03-08
Weekly download count: 66
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • contextMenus
  • storage
Size: 85.45K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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Summary

Referer Control grants full control over the HTTP Referer. You can forge any referrer you want, both globally or on a per-site basis. Alternatively you can choose to disable the Referer completely.

Also works on the JavaScript document.referrer!

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
  • Allows blacklisting referer from a specific website
  • Useful for certain issues with HTTP Referers
  • Simple switch to toggle referers on and off on a global level
Cons
  • Many users reported bugs and issues
  • Settings get lost or not retained after clearing cache or during a session
  • Confusing setup for per-site rules
  • Some users complained about it not working properly
Most mentioned
  • Bug
  • Not working
  • Clearing cache
  • Fix
  • Lost settings
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Safety
Risk impact

Referer Control 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 Referer Control if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Referer Control has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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