Windows Remix ClickOnce Helper

Name: Windows Remix ClickOnce Helper
Rating: 4.2727272727272725 (55 reviews)
Author: https://windowsremix.com

Enable ClickOnce support in Chrome™ and Firefox™ for Microsoft® Windows™.

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Windows Remix ClickOnce Helper is a powerful browser extension that enables ClickOnce support in Chrome™, Firefox™, Chromium™, and Opera™ browsers. ClickOnce is a Microsoft® technology that simplifies deployment by allowing users to install and run Windows-based smart client applications via a simple web page link. This extension bridges the gap by implementing Native Host messaging, ensuring smooth communication between browsers and the Microsoft® .NET Framework for seamless ClickOnce installation.

Key features include protocol independence, case insensitivity, legacy compatibility, and support in English. It requires permissions to read and modify website data and to communicate with cooperative native applications, enabling complete integration with ClickOnce deployment mechanisms. Regular updates have improved security, added support for file URLs, and extended browser compatibility. By installing this extension, users agree to the privacy policies provided by Windows Remix.

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By:

https://windowsremix.com

Users:

200,000

Rating:

4.27

(55)

Version:

1.5.2 Last updated: 2020-06-28

Creation date:

2020-06-27

Risk:

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
nativeMessaging
*://*/*
declarativeContent

Size:

147.00KB

Email:

in*****@windowsremix.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

14 hours ago

Ranking

# 1,324 ▲ 87

Other rankings

#6752 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 7

#1 in windows keyword 52 ▲ 88

#8 in install keyword 93 ▲

#24 in microsoft keyword 89 ▲

#25 in firefox keyword 26 ▲ 51

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User reviews

Users appreciate this extension for reliably launching ClickOnce applications on Windows and easing migration from IE to Chrome. It requires no extra .NET installs and supports enterprise usage. However, recent Chrome updates have caused significant compatibility problems, leading to failures and install issues. Some users experience detection false positives and download troubles when Chrome is not open. Overall, it fills a critical niche but needs updates to maintain full functionality with evolving browsers.

Pros

Effectively launches Windows .NET ClickOnce applications, providing an alternative browser solution to Edge/Internet Explorer.
Does not require .NET 3.5 installation like some other ClickOnce extensions, making it easier to use.
Useful for enterprise deployment to manage software updates and transition from IE to Chrome.
Works well with Microsoft 365 Exchange Online and project management programs.
Relatively stable and reliable when Chrome version is compatible.

Cons

Recent Chrome updates, especially with Manifest V3 and Chrome 80+, have caused compatibility issues, breaking the extension's functionality.
Fails to operate correctly when no Chrome window is open, as downloads default to the downloads folder and fail.
Installer issues reported: missing helper file and difficulty installing the necessary native messaging helper.
False positive detections of ClickOnce files on some websites, requiring improved MIME type filtering.
Limited to Windows platform since ClickOnce technology is Windows/.NET native.

Recent reviews

Love this extension and we've used it for several years now, but it looks like it might be deprecated come January 2025 with Chrome's update to manifest 3. Will this extension be updated to provide support for the future? I have tried several other clickonce extensions, and this is the only one that works for Ajera.

Ph*****, 2024-11-18

it didn't did something

Ri*****, 2024-07-03

Where can we find the msi file?

As*****, 2024-05-30

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Risk impact measures the level of extra permissions an extension has access to. A low risk impact extension cannot do much harms, whereas a high risk impact extension can do a lot of damage like stealing your password, bypassing your security settings, and accessing your personal data. High risk impact extensions are not necessarily malicious. However, if they do turn malicious, they can be very harmful.

Windows Remix ClickOnce Helper requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

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Windows Remix ClickOnce Helper has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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