Download from Google Docs w/o its Javascript

Makes Google Docs files download-able without running Google's non-free code.

Download from Google Docs w/o Javascript

Download from Google Docs w/o its Javascript is a Firefox add-on that provides a convenient way to download things from Google Docs without running any proprietary code. It is designed for users of LibreJS and was tested on the latest version of GNU IceCat, a version of Firefox. By avoiding non-free Javascript, this add-on promotes the principles of free software.

Add-on stats

By: NateN1222
Users: 44
1
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Version: 1.2resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2017-06-26
Weekly download count: 6
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Size: 13.27K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Provides a convenient way to download things from Google Docs without running any proprietary code.

This add-on assumes that you are running LibreJS and was tested on the latest version of GNU IceCat, a version of Firefox.

For more info about non-free Javascript and why it should be avoided:

https://www.gnu.org/philosophy/javascript-trap.en.html

User reviews

Although the icon may look a bit shifty, this extension does what it says. Now I no longer have to sit through a browser freezing for minutes while waiting for a massive blob of non-free JavaScript to load every time someone sends me a link to a Google Doc. Yay, thanks!
by pelle, 2020-03-19

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Download from Google Docs w/o its Javascript requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Download from Google Docs w/o its Javascript may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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