User-Agent Switcher for Chrome
Spoofs & Mimics User-Agent strings.
User-Agent Switcher for Chrome: Swap User-Agents Swiftly
'User-Agent Switcher for Chrome' is a Chrome extension enabling quick and effortless switch between user-agent strings. Particularly useful for developers working on sites that must function properly on both mobile and desktop browsers, it permits certain URLs to be set up for persistent spoofing. Take note, this extension might impact browser performance due to its requirement to intercept and modify data communicated to the server. Also, it doesn't guarantee privacy enhancement while browsing.
Extension stats
Manifest V3
Permissions:
- storage
- unlimitedStorage
- tabs
- declarativeNetRequest
- offscreen
Host permissions:
- *://*/*
Size: 135.17K
Email: cb*****@google.com
URLs: Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 275 ▲ 78
Other platforms
Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated.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
- Works for some users without issues.
- User-friendly interface for basic tasks.
- Provides preset user-agent options.
Cons
- Frequently does not work as intended or at all.
- Limited customization options for user-agents.
- Often seen as outdated or neglected with no updates.
Most mentioned
- Not functional on the latest versions of Chrome.
- Lack of support for custom user-agent strings.
- Many users have reported it being completely non-functional.
User reviews
最新のchromeに対応していない(何も表示されない)
by 
もるもる, 2025-02-12
もるもる, 2025-02-12Can't lie about operating system.
by 
Jonathan Fox, 2025-02-09
Jonathan Fox, 2025-02-09Not useful if you want to select a specific user-agent, e.g. for testing site appearance for bots etc.
by 
Daniel Lancelot, 2025-02-05
Daniel Lancelot, 2025-02-05Extension safety
Risk impact
User-Agent Switcher for Chrome requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of User-Agent Switcher for Chrome. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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