Surfshark VPN Extension

Browse the web freely with secure, private internet access for the Firefox browser extension.

Surfshark VPN Extension for Firefox

The Surfshark VPN browser extension allows you to browse the web freely and securely with 24/7 internet protection. With a robust server infrastructure of over 3200 servers across 100+ locations, it offers high-speed connections using various protocols like WireGuard and OpenVPN.

Key features include a strict no-logs policy, support for unlimited devices, a cookie pop-up blocker, ad & tracker blocking with CleanWeb, a malware alert system, a website bypasser, and even a safe search feature. Enjoy unrestricted global content access while keeping your online activities private. Easily contact our 24/7 customer support for any assistance you may need.

Manifest V2
By: Surfshark
Daily users: 97,523
-12
Version: 4.26.1 (Last updated: 2025-03-27)
Version code: 5913267
Creation date: 2018-04-11
Weekly download count: 3,501
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • proxy
  • webRequest
  • webNavigation
  • privacy
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • scripting
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 12.29M
Full description: See detailed description
Updated: 14 hours ago

Other platforms

Surfshark: Secure VPN service (v3.14.0)
18,554,837 4.49 (153,315)
Surfshark VPN (v4.26.0)
361,755 3.60 (178)

User reviews

Pros
  • Works great with minimal glitches
  • Connects rapidly and securely
  • Affordable compared to other VPNs
  • Incredible performance when active
Cons
  • Not free
  • Corrupted installation issues
  • Blocking access to basic sites
  • User experience is complicated and lacks guides
Most mentioned
  • Installation problems
  • Performance issues on certain sites
  • General satisfaction with connectivity and security
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
by mobe, 2025-03-31

by oldThing, 2025-03-31

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Add-on safety

Risk impact
Very high risk impact

Surfshark VPN Extension requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

Surfshark VPN Extension has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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