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No malware found

In code review (v1.253.755)

Our reviewer read version 1.253.755 — the most recent version we have reviewed — and found no malicious behaviour. The version shown here has not been individually reviewed yet.

What our analysis found

Hola VPN - Your Website Unblocker, used by 5,000,000 people, showed no malicious code in Extension Auditor's review. Its permissions mean it can read and change data on all websites, can inject scripts into pages and can observe network requests. It comes from a trusted publisher and was last updated in September 2026.

All outbound network calls go to the publisher's own domains (,,) and align with the VPN service's functionality. The powerful permissions (proxy, webRequest, cookies, etc.) are necessary for a VPN proxy extension. The data collection categories disclosed in the CWS listing cover the types of data transmitted (error reports, user activity, web history), and no covert exfiltration to third parties was found. The high counts of XMLHttpRequest, POST, GET, eval, and innerHTML are typical in bundled, minified webpack code for a complex extension.

Hola VPN - Your Website Unblocker

Hola VPN - Your Website Unblocker Chrome extension security report

ID: gkojfkhlekighikafcpjkiklfbnlmeio

Supported Languages

🇸🇦Arabic
🇧🇩Bengali
🇧🇷Brazilian Portuguese
🇧🇬Bulgarian
🇪🇸Catalan
🇨🇳Chinese (Simplified)
🇹🇼Chinese (Traditional)
🇭🇷Croatian
🇨🇿Czech
🇩🇰Danish
🇳🇱Dutch
🇺🇸English
🇪🇪Estonian
🇵🇭Filipino
🇫🇮Finnish
🇫🇷French
🇩🇪German
🇬🇷Greek
🇮🇳Gujarati
🇮🇱Hebrew
🇮🇳Hindi
🇭🇺Hungarian
🇮🇩Indonesian
🇮🇹Italian
🇯🇵Japanese
🇮🇳Kannada
🇰🇷Korean
🇱🇻Latvian
🇱🇹Lithuanian
🇲🇾Malay
🇮🇳Marathi
🇳🇴Norwegian
🇮🇷Persian
🇵🇱Polish
🇷🇴Romanian
🇷🇺Russian
🇷🇸Serbian
🇸🇰Slovak
🇸🇮Slovenian
🇪🇸Spanish
🇰🇪Swahili
🇸🇪Swedish
🇮🇳Tamil
🇮🇳Telugu
🇹🇭Thai
🇹🇷Turkish
🇺🇦Ukrainian
🇻🇳Vietnamese

Extension Info & Metadata

Status
Active
Version
1.259.785
Size
2.12 MB
Rating
4.8/5
Reviews
367,859
Users
5,000,000
Type
Extension
Updated
Sep 29, 2026
Category
Make_chrome_yours Functionality
Price
Paid
Featured
No
Visibility
Listed
Mature
No
By Google
No
Trusted
Yes
This publisherTrack record
1extension
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Scanned by Extension Auditor — Low RiskDevelopers: embed this badge to link to this report.

Publisher Contextual Analysis

Trusted
Author
https://hola.org/
Country
IL
MX records exist
Yes
Domain exists
Yes
Is disposable
Yes
Is role-based
No
Mailbox exists
Yes
Address
החשמונאים 20/5 Ra'anana 43255 IL
Website
Visit
Extensions
1
Active
1
Obsolete
0
Listed
1
Unlisted
0
Users
5,000,000

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Install growth

Item
Type
Severity
Description
proxy
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to control the browser's proxy settings. Rated Critical because it can route all traffic through potentially malicious proxies, enabling man-in-the-middle attacks and traffic monitoring.
webRequest
Permission
Critical
This permission enables the extension to monitor and analyze all web requests made by the browser. Rated Critical because it can observe all network traffic including sensitive data, track browsing behavior, and gather authentication tokens.
scripting
Permission
Critical
This permission allows injection and execution of JavaScript on any webpage. Rated Critical because it can modify page content, steal sensitive data, and inject malicious code into any site the extension has access to.
webRequestAuthProvider
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to handle authentication requests and modify authentication headers. Rated Critical because it can intercept login credentials, session tokens, and modify authentication flows to compromise accounts.
declarativeNetRequest
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to define rules to block, redirect, or modify network requests. Rated Critical because it can control all network traffic, potentially blocking security updates or redirecting to malicious sites.
*://*/*
Host
Critical
Broad host access — the extension can read/modify content on every website.
webNavigation
Permission
High
This permission enables monitoring of all browser navigation events and transitions. Rated High because it can track every page visit, navigation method, and browsing pattern, potentially exposing sensitive browsing behavior and user activities.
cookies
Permission
High
This permission provides full access to read and modify browser cookies. Rated High because it can steal session tokens, modify authentication cookies, and compromise accounts across websites.
Dangerous Permission Combination: scripting,cookies,webRequest
Risk Factor
High
Affects data integrity and user control
Contextual Risk Factors
Risk Factor
High
The following context increases the overall risk: • 10% increase: Early script execution enables pre-emptive content manipulation
Broad Host Permissions
Risk Factor
High
This extension has broad host permissions allowing it to access many or all websites.
Broad Content Script Access
Risk Factor
High
This extension can inject scripts into any website.
storage
Permission
Medium
This permission allows storing data locally in the browser. Rated Medium because it can persist sensitive user data, track user activities over time, and potentially store malicious payloads.
tabs
Permission
Medium
This permission enables tab management and monitoring. Rated Medium because it can track open tabs, access tab metadata, and monitor user browsing patterns.
Early Content Script Execution
Risk Factor
Medium
This extension runs content scripts at document_start.

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About this extension

The easiest way to access the Borderless Internet, Hola VPN gets you Access to the global online content you want!

Read the publisher’s full description

A simple way to access a more open internet, Hola VPN gets you access to the global online content you want! Unblock websites, protect your privacy, and enjoy secure, more private browsing with Hola VPN, the fast, free, and unlimited VPN proxy for Chrome. Bypass geo-restrictions, hide your IP address, and encrypt your internet traffic with just one click! Why Choose Hola VPN? ✅ Free & Premium VPN – Enjoy a free version with some limitations or upgrade to unlimited VPN access with our Premium plan. ✅ Fast & Reliable Connection – Experience smooth and fast browsing with our optimized VPN servers. ✅ Unblock Websites & Streaming Services – Access websites and services available in other countries, including most popular streaming services and social media sites. ✅ Secure Your Browsing & Protect Your Privacy – Most advanced encryption protocols help protect your data on public WiFi and private networks. ✅ One-Click Connection – Install the Hola VPN Chrome extension and start browsing the content you want. ✅ Split Tunneling Technology – Unique multi-tunnel technology improves speed and performance by routing traffic efficiently. ✅ Change IP Address & Location – Get a different country for each tab or website for a truly borderless internet experience. Premium Features 🚀 Unlimited VPN Time – No time limits, and full access with our Premium plan. 📱 Multi-Device Support – Use Hola VPN on up to 10 devices simultaneously. 🛡️ Highly Responsive Customer Support – Our team is here to help when you need it. Enhanced Privacy & Security Online Whether you're browsing from home, work, or a public WiFi hotspot, Hola VPN enhances your privacy and masks your IP address for greater privacy online. Explore the internet beyond geo-restrictions, unblock websites, and protect your privacy effortlessly. Get Started in Seconds! 1️⃣ Install the Hola VPN Chrome extension 2️⃣ Click to connect! 3️⃣ Enjoy secure, fast, and open browsing 📩 Need help? Contact us at help@hola.org – We've got your back! 🚀 Explore a more open internet – Download Hola VPN today! Your Privacy Matters At Hola VPN, we take your privacy and security seriously. We do not log your browsing activity or store identifiable user data. To continuously improve our extension's usability and performance, we use anonymized analytics tools from trusted providers to improve functionality. These tools help us understand how users interact with the extension by collecting only anonymized interaction data, such as clicks and interface usage. 🔹 What analytics tools collect: General interaction data (e.g., button clicks, feature usage) to enhance user experience. 🔹 What they do NOT collect: Personally identifiable information, browsing history, or details about the websites or services you visit. We are committed to protecting your privacy and improving your security through strong encryption and transparent practices. If you have any questions or concerns, please review our Privacy Policy or contact our support team at help@hola.org . 🚀 Browse with confidence with Hola VPN!

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