Is Sidekick Safe?

Sidekick — Nerq Trust Score 46.2/100 (D grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is has notable safety concerns. Last updated: 2026-04-01.

Exercise caution with Sidekick. Sidekick is a Chrome extension with a Nerq Trust Score of 46.2/100 (D), based on 3 independent data dimensions. It is below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 0/100. Data sourced from Chrome Web Store metadata, permissions analysis, developer verification, and update history. Last updated: 2026-04-01. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Is Sidekick safe?

NO — USE WITH CAUTION — Sidekick has a Nerq Trust Score of 46.2/100 (D). It has below-average trust signals with significant gaps in security, maintenance, or documentation. Not recommended for production use without thorough manual review and additional security measures.

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What is Sidekick's trust score?

Sidekick has a Nerq Trust Score of 46.2/100, earning a D grade. This score is based on 2 independently measured dimensions including security, maintenance, and community adoption.

Security
90
Popularity
0

What are the key security findings for Sidekick?

Sidekick'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: 0/100 — Chrome Web Store

What is Sidekick and who maintains it?

AuthorUnknown
Categorychrome
SourceN/A

Sidekick Across Platforms

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Safety Guide: Sidekick

What is Sidekick?

Sidekick is a Chrome extension — Chrome extension: sidekick.

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=sidekick

Key Safety Concerns for Chrome extensions

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

Trust Assessment

Sidekick has a Nerq Trust Score of 46/100 (D) 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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidekick safe?
Exercise caution. sidekick has a Nerq Trust Score of 46.2/100 (D). Strongest signal: security (90/100). Score based on security (90/100), popularity (0/100).
What is Sidekick's trust score?
sidekick: 46.2/100 (D). Score based on: security (90/100), popularity (0/100). Scores update as new data becomes available. API: GET nerq.ai/v1/preflight?target=sidekick
What are safer alternatives to Sidekick?
In the chrome category, more Chrome extensions are being analyzed — check back soon. sidekick scores 46.2/100.
What permissions does Sidekick need?
Review Sidekick's requested permissions carefully. Extensions requesting 'Read and change all data on all websites' carry the highest risk. Current trust score: 46.2/100.
Is Sidekick's publisher verified?
Sidekick has a trust score of 46.2/100 (D). Below Nerq Verified threshold — conduct additional review.
API: /v1/preflight Trust Badge API Docs

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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