# 4chan X

> Cross-browser userscript for maximum lurking on 4chan.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/4chanx](https://chrome-stats.com/d/4chanx)

## Overview

- **ID:** `4chanx`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Firefox user 13949250
- **Category:** feeds-news-blogging,social-communication
- **Daily users:** 4,428
- **Weekly downloads:** 66
- **Rating:** 2.54 / 5 (35 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.13.15.11resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-25
- **First published:** 2018-04-12
- **Size:** 312 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/4chanx/)

## Description

4chan X is a versatile cross-browser userscript crafted to elevate your browsing experience on 4chan. Ideal for users who want to maximize lurking, it provides enhanced navigation and customization options to streamline interactions on the platform.

This extension simplifies the process of browsing 4chan by adding features that improve user engagement and efficiency. Whether you're a casual visitor or a frequent reader, 4chan X offers tools that make exploring threads easier and more enjoyable.

## Rankings

- #1,288 — Overall
- #59 — Feeds, News & Blogging
- #134 — Social & Communication
- #10 — x

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `*://*.4chan.org/*`
- `*://*.4cdn.org/*`
- `storage`

### Content script matches

- `*.4chan.org`
- `*.4cdn.org`
- `www.google.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: 4chan.org, 4cdn.org, google.com
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Users appreciate 4chan X for its convenience features, ease of use, and customization options when browsing 4chan-type sites. However, many report that the Mozilla version is outdated, leading to broken captchas and incompatibility with certain boards like 4channel.org. Concerns about required Google access permissions are noted, and uninstalling the add-on may cause further issues. The consensus is to download 4chan X directly from its official website for better updates and stability.

### Pros

- Adds many convenience and customization features for browsing 4chan-type sites.
- Easy to use with default settings that work well for most users.
- Can update itself automatically when obtained from the official website.
- Works well on some NSFW boards when functioning properly.

### Cons

- The version available on Mozilla is outdated and may not work correctly.
- Captchas are broken or cause issues, requiring access to Google data, which concerns some users.
- Does not work properly on 4channel.org domains or blue boards.
- Uninstalling can worsen site functionality or cause broken features.
- Some users recommend obtaining the add-on from the official 4chan-x.net website for latest updates and functionality.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/4chanx)