Deadname-B-Gon

Deadname-B-Gon

Deadname-B-Gon replaces a given name on sites you visit with a better one. Tested to guarantee works well with Gmail and more!

What is Deadname-B-Gon?
Deadname-B-Gon is a Chrome extension that enables the user to replace a specific name with a preferred one across webpages they visit. It's highly applicable for individuals seeking privacy in their web experience as it's tested to perform well with platforms like Gmail, Outlook and beyond. This extension uses no external Javascript code, providing an extra layer of security to the user. The source code is openly available and licensed under the Creative Commons, inviting growth and development from its community of users.
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Stats
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.64 (22)
Version: 2020.02.29 (Last updated: 2020-02-29)
Creation date: 2020-02-29
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • activeTab
Size: 177.15K
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Not available on Firefox
Deadname-B-Gon
Deadname-B-Gon (v2020.02.29)
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Summary

Deadname-B-Gon replaces a given name on webpages you visit with a better one. Or, you can replace as many words or phrases as you like with any other words or phrases you choose. Tested to guarantee works well with Gmail, Outlook, and more!

This extension does not use any external Javascript code. This extension's source code is licensed under the following Creative Commons license: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0). https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/

Any bugs you can find, or any other suggestions, comments, criticism, or praise, are greatly appreciated! Please email [email protected]

Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/privacypolicy-deadname-b-gon

Source code: https://gitlab.com/jane314/deadname-b-gon

Logo image credit: Skull and Crossbones Large Pink from Vector.me (by Lil_Mermaid_Girl). https://vector.me/browse/264614/skull_and_crossbones_large_pink

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Customization options
  • Multiple name support
  • Instant loading times
  • Smooth running
  • Good coverage
Cons
  • Freezing account list when trying to log in
  • Confusing UI for some users
  • Inability to show friends list or comments on Facebook
  • Difficulty in adding domains
Most mentioned
  • Customization
  • Instant loading times
  • Good coverage
Recent reviews
Very useful & works well.
by Ash Ash, 2024-04-01

Whenever I turn it on, just replacing my name, no matter how many ways I try it, it just won't load the page. I can't get it to work at all, not even once.
by Sullivan Small Sullivan Small, 2023-07-28

Major help in avoiding dysphoria, especially in early days where deadnames are otherwise hard to avoid. 10/10, do recommend
by I M I M, 2023-03-27
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Safety
Risk impact

Deadname-B-Gon is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Deadname-B-Gon has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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