ClientRects Fingerprint Defender

ClientRects Fingerprint Defender

Defending against ClientRects fingerprinting by reporting a fake value.

Merlin
Stats
Users: 71 ▲ 7
Version: 0.1.0 (Last updated: 2024-02-27)
Creation date: 2024-02-27
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • contextMenus
  • notifications
Size: 36.30K
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Summary

ClientRects Fingerprint Defender is a browser extension that lets you easily hide your real ClientRects fingerprint by reporting a random fake value.

The native getClientRects() method in JavaScript returns a collection of rectangles (DOMRect objects) that enclose an element border-box in the viewport. Using the metrics from this method (i.e. x, y, width, height, etc.) one can generate a fingerprint to identify users. This add-on adds a small noise to the actual fingerprint and renews it every time you visit a website or reload a page. To disable this add-on, please visit the extensions page in your browser and then click on the disable button. Please note that this add-on does not have any options page.

If you have a feature request or found a bug to report, please fill out the bug report form on the add-on's homepage (https://mybrowseraddon.com/clientrects-defender.html).

Safety
Risk impact

ClientRects Fingerprint Defender may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

ClientRects Fingerprint Defender may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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