# GitHub Dark Theme

> A dark theme for all of GitHub based on Atom One Dark.Source Code: https://github.com/poychang/github-dark-theme

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/github-dark-theme](https://chrome-stats.com/d/github-dark-theme)

## Overview

- **ID:** `github-dark-theme`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Poy Chang
- **Category:** appearance
- **Daily users:** 475
- **Weekly downloads:** 5
- **Rating:** 4.79 / 5 (58 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.31
- **Last updated:** 2021-08-27
- **First published:** 2019-02-16
- **Size:** 490 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/github-dark-theme/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/poychang/github-dark-theme/issues](https://github.com/poychang/github-dark-theme/issues)

## Description

The GitHub Dark Theme Chrome extension transforms the entire GitHub interface into a sleek dark mode inspired by the popular Atom One Dark theme. This theme covers all GitHub pages, providing users with a consistent, aesthetically pleasing dark appearance that reduces eye strain during extended coding sessions or browsing.

Privacy is a top priority with this extension — it does not collect or share any personal data or browsing history. The only access permission it requires is to store custom domains for GitHub Enterprise features, ensuring user convenience without compromising security. Additionally, all user settings are locally stored or synchronized via Chrome's built-in storage APIs. Perfect for developers seeking a secure and stylish way to enhance their GitHub experience, this open-source extension is accessible and easy to use.

## Rankings

- #5,133 — Overall
- #10 — github
- #30 — dark theme
- #57 — theme
- #68 — hd theme
- #101 — dark

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `tabs`
- `storage`
- `<all_urls>`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

### Pros

- Enhances GitHub with a visually appealing dark theme
- Provides a better appearance than GitHub's native dark mode
- Easy installation and instant switch to dark mode

### Cons

- Markdown git diffs not displayed correctly (white background instead of dark)

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