Detect Variance

PluginView evaluates public page signals in these classes when identifying Variance. Individual fingerprint rule bodies are proprietary and are not published.

• DOM selectors

Illustrative indicators derived from public catalog metadata for Variance. A live scan may match additional proprietary rules beyond these examples.

• link, script#variance-js

Establishes

One or more public signals on the scanned page matched a known Variance signature (1 rules) at the time of the scan.

Does not establish

A sitewide install of Variance, an active vendor contract, exclusive use, or that Variance is still in place today.

1. 1. Enter the website URL in the scan form — homepage, pricing, checkout, or login pages usually expose the strongest Variance signals.
2. 2. PluginView reads only public responses (dom selectors) and scores them against the Variance signature set (1 rules).
3. 3. Review the confidence score and text explanation for Variance on the results page.

Can PluginView detect Variance without logging in?

Yes. PluginView only reads publicly accessible responses when checking for Variance — typically dom selectors. It does not bypass authentication or paywalls.

What category is Variance?

Variance is classified under JavaScript graphics in the PluginView directory.

How many fingerprint rules cover Variance?

This reference currently tracks 1 fingerprint rule across dom selectors. Individual rule bodies are proprietary and are not published.

What public signals suggest a site uses Variance?

Illustrative public indicators for Variance include link, script#variance-js. A live scan may match additional proprietary rules beyond these examples.