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@@ -3387,6 +3387,14 @@ It is very important to only install add-ons from sources you trust.
 The functionality of add-ons is unrestricted inside NVDA.
 This could include accessing your personal data or even the entire system.
 
+There are a number of ways of investigating an add-on:
+* Research the developer's reputation (e.g. how long have they been contributing, or their GitHub profile)
+* Look for user feedback in the [NVDA user group](https://nvda.groups.io/g/nvda) or [NVDA add-on group](https://nvda-addons.groups.io/g/nvda-addons)
+* Verify that the add-on is regularly updated
+* Read [Community reviews #AddonStoreReviews] of the add-on
+* Seek community feedback through forums or social media
+
+
 You can install and update add-ons by [browsing Available add-ons](#AddonStoreBrowsing).
 Select an add-on from the "Available add-ons" or "Updatable add-ons" tab.
 Then use the update, install, or replace action to start the installation.