User-Agent Switcher for Chrome
Spoofs & Mimics User-Agent strings.
What is User-Agent Switcher for Chrome?
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Summary
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/.
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User reviews summary
Pros
- Can add custom user-agent strings allowing for flexibility
- Helps to bypass certain restrictions like YouTube ads on Windows phones
- Functions adequately for some users for specific purposes like working around captchas for ChatGPT
Cons
- Lists of user-agent strings are outdated and not updated regularly
- Not user-friendly, difficult to use for some
- Cannot delete or modify user-agent strings easily
- Some websites can still detect the real browser and operating system
- The extension may stop working or turn itself off unexpectedly
Most mentioned
- Outdated user-agent lists
- Capability of adding custom user-agent strings
- Issues with user-friendliness and ease of use
- Problems with extension stability and proper function
- Detection of real browser by some websites despite the extension's usage
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Risk impact
User-Agent Switcher for Chrome is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install User-Agent Switcher for Chrome if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
User-Agent Switcher for Chrome has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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