WinHat - Have a Windows User Agent

Force user agent so that websites to see your computer as running Windows 10.

Extension stats

Users: 16 ▼ -1
Rating: 5.00 (2)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2024-08-29)
Creation date: 2024-08-29
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • declarativeNetRequest
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 36.18K

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Extension summary

This was designed out of necessity for certain websites. All it does is spoof the User Agent on Mac OS and Linux machines, so that Chrome and Chromium tell websites that you're running Windows.

User reviews

by Laura Hill, 2024-08-30

So handy!!!!!
by stephan broquie, 2024-08-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

WinHat - Have a Windows User Agent may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

WinHat - Have a Windows User Agent may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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