Is Video Downloadhelper Safe?

Video Downloadhelper — Nerq Trust Score 61.8/100 (C+ grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is generally safe but has some concerns. Last updated: 2026-05-07.

Use Video Downloadhelper with some caution. Video Downloadhelper is a Chrome extension with a Nerq Trust Score of 61.8/100 (C+), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 90/100. Data sourced from Chrome Web Store metadata, permissions analysis, developer verification, and update history. Last updated: 2026-04-12. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Is Video Downloadhelper safe?

CAUTION — Video Downloadhelper has a Nerq Trust Score of 61.8/100 (C+). It has moderate trust signals but shows some areas of concern that warrant attention. Suitable for development use — review security and maintenance signals before production deployment.

Security Analysis → Video Downloadhelper Privacy Report →

What is Video Downloadhelper's trust score?

Video Downloadhelper has a Nerq Trust Score of 61.8/100, earning a C+ grade. This score is based on 2 independently measured dimensions including security, maintenance, and community adoption.

Security
90
Popularity
90

What are the key security findings for Video Downloadhelper?

Video Downloadhelper's strongest signal is security at 90/100. No known vulnerabilities have been detected. It has not yet reached the Nerq Verified threshold of 70+.

Security score: 90/100 (strong)
Popularity: 90/100 — Chrome Web Store

What is Video Downloadhelper and who maintains it?

AuthorUnknown
CategoryChrome Extensions
SourceN/A

Video Downloadhelper Across Platforms

Same developer/company in other registries:

Video DownloadHelper
57/100 · firefox

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Safety Guide: Video Downloadhelper

What is Video Downloadhelper?

Video Downloadhelper is a Chrome extension — Download videos from web pages. Supports hundreds of video sites. Companion app for conversion..

How to Verify Safety

Review permissions carefully. 'Read all data on all websites' is high risk.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=Video DownloadHelper

Key Safety Concerns for Chrome extension

When evaluating any Chrome extension, watch for: excessive permissions, data harvesting, permission creep.

Trust Assessment

Video Downloadhelper has a Nerq Trust Score of 62/100 (C+) and has not yet reached Nerq trust threshold (70+). This score is based on automated analysis of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

Detailed Score Analysis

DimensionScore
Security90/100
Maintenance50/100
Popularity90/100
Quality40/100
Community35/100

Based on 5 dimensions. Data from Chrome Web Store metadata, permissions analysis, developer verification, and update history.

What data does Video Downloadhelper collect?

Video Downloadhelper has a privacy score of 90/100. Review the documentation and privacy policy for data handling details.

Full analysis: Video Downloadhelper Privacy Report · Privacy review

Is Video Downloadhelper secure?

Security score: 90/100. This meets the recommended security threshold for production use.

Nerq monitors this entity against NVD, OSV.dev, and registry-specific vulnerability databases for ongoing security assessment.

Full analysis: Video Downloadhelper Security Report

Video Downloadhelper Across Platforms

Same developer/company in other registries:

Video DownloadHelper (firefox, 57/100)

How we calculated this score

Video Downloadhelper's trust score of 61.8/100 (C+) is computed from Chrome Web Store metadata, permissions analysis, developer verification, and update history. The score reflects 5 independent dimensions: security (90/100), maintenance (50/100), popularity (90/100), quality (40/100), community (35/100). Each dimension is weighted equally to produce the composite trust score.

Nerq analyzes over 7.5 million entities across 26 registries using the same methodology, enabling direct cross-entity comparison. Scores are updated continuously as new data becomes available.

This page was last reviewed on May 07, 2026. Data version: 1.0.

Full methodology documentation · Machine-readable data (JSON API)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Video Downloadhelper Safe?
Use with some caution. Video DownloadHelper with a Nerq Trust Score of 61.8/100 (C+). Strongest signal: security (90/100). Score based on Security (90/100), Popularity (90/100).
What is Video Downloadhelper's trust score?
Video DownloadHelper: 61.8/100 (C+). Score based on Security (90/100), Popularity (90/100). Scores update as new data becomes available. API: GET nerq.ai/v1/preflight?target=Video DownloadHelper
What are safer alternatives to Video Downloadhelper?
In the Chrome Extensions category, more Chrome extensions are being analyzed — check back soon. Video DownloadHelper scores 61.8/100.
What permissions does Video Downloadhelper need?
Review Video Downloadhelper's requested permissions carefully. Extensions requesting broad data access carry the highest risk. Current trust score: 61.8/100.
Is Video Downloadhelper's publisher verified?
Video Downloadhelper has not reached the Nerq Verified threshold of 70. Additional due diligence is recommended.
API: /v1/preflight Trust Badge API Docs

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Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements or guarantees. Always conduct your own due diligence.

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