Pinterest hacked our browser history

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Pinterest hacked our browser history is a Chrome browser extension launched in 2012 that integrates Pinterest functionality into web browsing. The extension allows users to access Pinterest features directly from their browser while visiting websites. It is designed for Pinterest users who want quick access to the platform's tools without leaving their current webpage. The extension streamlines the process of pinning content found while browsing the internet.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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