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API Call Detector

by Geekus Maximus · trinar.net · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 18 Oct 2026

Security tool to actively detect external API calls made from displayed web page

Users
149
−3 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
2
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#72K
#61K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 18 Mar 2025

Users

monthly, 2 years
074149Mar 2025Jan 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 18 Oct 2026: 149 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 2 years
012Mar 2025Jan 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 18 Oct 2026: 2 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About API Call Detector

API Call Detector - Cybersecurity Analysis Tool Identify potential security risks by mapping all external API calls made through JavaScript. This professional-grade extension provides real-time monitoring of web page communications, helping security teams uncover hidden data flows, unauthorized third-party integrations, and potential attack vectors. Key Features: Real-time detection of XMLHttpRequest, Fetch API, and WebSocket connections Automatic filtering of static resources (images/CSS/fonts) Security-focused reporting with domain frequency analysis Exportable audit trails in markdown format Cross-origin call tracking with full URL capture Manifest V3 compliant with strict CSP policies Ideal For: Identifying shadow APIs in enterprise web applications Auditing data flows for GDPR/HIPAA compliance Detecting unauthorized third-party trackers Educational white-hat hacking exercises Penetration testing reconnaissance phases Monitoring client-side supply chain risks Technical Specifications: Operates at document_start phase to capture initializations Content script injection via Chrome extension APIs Background service worker maintains isolated call registry Secure message passing between components Zero data collection/telemetry Use Cases: Vulnerability Assessment: Map all external endpoints contacted during user sessions Incident Response: Quickly identify compromised APIs during breach investigations Third-Party Audit: Document data leakage points to external services Developer Education: Visualize runtime network behavior of SPAs Compliance Reporting: Generate evidence of endpoint security checks Advanced Capabilities: Path-based sorting and domain clustering Automatic deduplication of repeated calls Query parameter stripping for clean analysis Multi-frame tracking (iframes/web workers) Detection bypass prevention through prototype hooks For Security Teams: Prioritize endpoints by call frequency Spot anomalous domains in real-time Export findings to standard threat intelligence formats Integrate with SIEM systems via manual export Development Philosophy: Minimal permissions required (storage, downloads, webNavigation) No background page persistence Strict content security policy enforcement Regular updates to match evolving web standards Open Source Ready: Clean codebase for organizational customization MIT License (contact developer for enterprise terms) Built for extensibility (add custom filters/hooks) Install to gain immediate visibility into client-side network activity and strengthen your organization's web application security posture. Essential for modern cybersecurity defense-in-depth strategies.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+7+4.9%00.00
30 days−3−2.0%00.00
6 months+22+17.3%00.00
1 year+77+106.9%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.018 Mar 2025

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
18 Mar 2025
Size
54 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
trinar.net
Support
trinar.net
Extension ID
kefjafhbdlhjhgoaiifnopcjpmhbbhjd

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 1
Permissions
webNavigationdownloads
Site access
<all_urls>
Can read and change data on every website you visit.

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