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Wikipedia Reading Lists

Wikipedia Reading Lists

Save Wikipedia articles to read on Wikipedia’s iOS and Android apps

What is Wikipedia Reading Lists?
'Wikipedia Reading Lists' is a browser extension that allows Wikipedia Android or iOS users to save articles into their reading lists for later enjoyment. Just with a single click, you can save any article into your default reading list. It requires having reading list syncing enabled for your account in the iOS or Android Wikipedia app.
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Users: 515 ▲ 8
Rating: 2.77 (30)
Version: 1.2resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Creation date: 2018-05-23
Weekly download count: 5
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • https://*.wikipedia.org/
  • https://*.wikivoyage.org/
Size: 33.12K
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Wikipedia Reading Lists
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Wikipedia Reading Lists is for Wikipedia Android or iOS users who would like to save articles into their reading lists. With a single tap, you can save an article into your default reading list, where it will be available for you to read through either of the Wikipedia apps.

To use this browser extension, you will need to have reading list syncing enabled for your account in the iOS or Android Wikipedia app.

Privacy: https://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Wikipedia_Reading_Lists_Browser_Extension_Privacy_Policy

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Pros
  • Convenience of adding articles to a default reading list with one click
  • The extension syncs lists between the Wikipedia app and desktop
  • The concept of saving articles from desktop to read on mobile later is appealing
Cons
  • Lacks ability to view or manage reading lists from the desktop
  • Only allows saving to a default reading list, with no options to select specific lists
  • Some users experience functionality issues, such as login problems and errors
Most mentioned
  • Inability to view or edit reading lists on desktop
  • The add-on is limited to adding articles without further management features
  • Users encounter login and functionality errors
  • The idea of syncing reading lists is well-received but implementation is lacking
  • The concept and potential convenience of the add-on is appreciated
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by Draemdy, 2024-02-17
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Safety
Risk impact

Wikipedia Reading Lists 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 Wikipedia Reading Lists if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Wikipedia Reading Lists is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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