User-Agent Switcher for Chrome

Spoofs & Mimics User-Agent strings.

What is User-Agent Switcher for Chrome?

'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.

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Extension stats

By: cbe-cws-admins

View on Chrome Web Store

Users: 1,000,000+

Rating: 3.87 (2,629) ▼ 1 ratings

Version: 2.0.1 (Last updated: 2024-05-30)

Creation date: 2019-09-06

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

storage
unlimitedStorage
tabs
declarativeNetRequest
offscreen

Host permissions:

*://*/*

Size: 135.17K

Email: cb*****@google.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Ranking

# 409 ▼ 3

Other rankings

#4 in Developer Tools

#1 in agent keyword 58

#1 in chrome keyword 96

#4 in chrome browser keyword 60 ▲ 1

#11 in switch keyword 17 ▼ 4

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Other platforms

Not available on Firefox

User-Agent Switcher (v2.0.0.8)

3.80

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Extension summary

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Ever needed to quickly switch between user-agent strings on the fly? Developing a site that needs to work on both mobile browsers and desktop browsers? Sick of some archaic site blocking you because you're not using Netscape 4?

The User-Agent Switcher for Chrome is the answer. With this extension, you can quickly and easily switch between user-agent strings. Also, you can set up specific URLs that you want to spoof every time.

Please note that this does not provide improved privacy while browsing the Internet and that some sites might have other means to figure out that the browser is not what it pretends to be. Running this extension can have performance impact on your browsing experience due to its need to intercept and modify the data communicated to the server.

NOTE: if some sites have problems after using a mobile user-agent, and won't switch back no matter what you spoof, you will need to switch the user-agent back to Chrome and clear your cookies for the sites to treat the browser normally again.

By installing this item, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.

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
User-friendly for basic functions

Cons

Many users report that it doesn't work at all
Limited or no options for custom user-agent strings
Does not retain settings between sessions
Incompatible with newer versions of Chrome
Interface issues, such as tiny pop-up boxes or disappearing menus

Most mentioned

Not working or completely broken
Limited options and customization
Problems with compatibility after updates

Recent reviews

Фунциклирует как нужно , но юзер агенты только предустановленные , а хотелось бы иметь возможность самому писать .

Duxast 33, 2024-10-14

Не работает.

Роман Обертенюк, 2024-10-12

неработает

DebraMorg, 2024-09-29

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Extension safety

Risk impact

User-Agent Switcher for Chrome requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.