# Deadname Remover

> A browser extension that replaces deadnames with chosen names (primarily for transgender and non-binary people).

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/deadname-remover](https://chrome-stats.com/d/deadname-remover)

## Overview

- **ID:** `deadname-remover`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WillHayCode
- **Category:** other
- **Daily users:** 2,539
- **Weekly downloads:** 40
- **Rating:** 4.56 / 5 (129 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.3.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-24
- **First published:** 2020-04-11
- **Size:** 185 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/deadname-remover/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/arimgibson/Deadname-Remover/](https://github.com/arimgibson/Deadname-Remover/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/deadname-remover/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/deadname-remover/privacy/)

## Description

Deadname Remover is a user-friendly Chrome extension designed to automatically detect and replace deadnames while you browse the web. Once installed, the extension opens a settings page to customize your preferences. You can easily access and adjust these settings anytime by clicking the trans flag icon located in the browser's upper right corner.

This tool promotes respectful and inclusive online interactions by seamlessly filtering unwanted deadnames, enhancing comfort and accessibility for all users. Its simple, intuitive interface makes setup and usage straightforward, requiring no technical expertise.

## Rankings

- #1,874 — Overall
- #290 — Other extensions
- #7 — name
- #29 — remove
- #39 — cover
- #67 — hover

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`

### Content script matches

- `<all_urls>`

## Safety

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

### Analysis details

- Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
- This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Users praise Deadname Remover for removing deadnames and aiding privacy, especially in schools and fanfiction contexts. However, many reviews cite post-2.0 regressions, performance slowdowns, and saving errors as recurring issues, with some site-specific problems (Gmail) and Waterfox homepage stealth mode glitches. Despite stability concerns, the extension remains valued for its utility and the developer's responsiveness, with several users noting its meaningful impact during transitions.

### Pros

- Very helpful for removing deadnames and changing references across sites.
- Useful for privacy in real-life contexts (e.g., school or college) to avoid explanations.
- Versatile enough to adapt to different uses (e.g., changing names in fanfics).
- Positive developer support and responsiveness.
- Long-term usefulness and impact during name changes.

### Cons

- Post-update regressions that break it on many sites (notably after the 2.0 release).
- Significant performance slowdowns or browser crawl when the extension is on.
- Cannot save changes; 'changes failed to save' errors.
- Browser crashes on some configurations.
- Site-specific compatibility problems (e.g., Gmail, Waterfox homepage stealth mode).

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