Extension Source Downloader

Download the source code for chrome extensions via toolbar popup in .zip or .crx formats.

Extension Source Downloader: Download Chrome Extension Source Codes

The 'Extension Source Downloader' is a Chrome extension that lets users download the source code for any Chrome extension. Users can open the toolbar popup and add an extension URL. The tool then auto-extracts the related extension ID for ease. Users can choose to download the extension as '.zip' or '.crx' file formats. Progress is displayed by a toolbar popup progress bar. When finished, the file is downloaded to the default download location on the user's machine.

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Extension stats

By: leocompson

Users: 20,000+

Rating: 4.05

(20)

Version: 0.1.4 (Last updated: 2024-11-06)

Creation date: 2020-11-23

Permissions:

storage
activeTab
downloads

Host permissions:

*://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx*
*://clients2.googleusercontent.com/crx/download/*

Size: 23.50K

Email: le*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 5,906 ▲ 80

Other rankings

#235 in Tools ▲ 1

#4 in source code keyword 9

#5 in source keyword 14

#90 in downloader keyword 59 ▲ 52

#114 in download keyword 58 ▼ 4

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 effectively for downloading CRX files and converting them to ZIP
Simple and easy to use
Has worked perfectly for many users

Cons

Some users experience issues with naming the downloaded files correctly
No context menu for easier access and functionality
Occasional failures in downloading extensions

Most mentioned

Works perfectly
Issues with file naming
No context menu available

User reviews

Very good. A suggestion: The file should be named with the plugin name + version number, which is better.

T.N.T T.N.T, 2024-12-20

It works, just note that the CRX files are not immediately installable

kilgorezer, 2024-12-19

Doesnt work

Sanele Mabuza, 2024-10-21

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Extension Source Downloader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Extension Source Downloader. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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