# Gmail reverse conversation

> Gmail reverse conversation view. Do you like newest message on the top in conversation view? Now you can do it with this simple add-on.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/gmail-reverse](https://chrome-stats.com/d/gmail-reverse)

## Overview

- **ID:** `gmail-reverse`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Tomasz
- **Category:** appearance
- **Daily users:** 2,889
- **Weekly downloads:** 29
- **Rating:** 4.81 / 5 (42 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.0.16
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-23
- **First published:** 2018-07-10
- **Size:** 16 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/gmail-reverse/)
- **Website:** [https://gitlab.com/redribbon/gmail-reverse](https://gitlab.com/redribbon/gmail-reverse)

## Description

Gmail Reverse Conversation is a lightweight Chrome extension that flips Gmail's conversation (thread) view so the newest message appears at the top. It’s perfect for users who prefer to read the latest replies first without scrolling through the entire thread.

Installation and usage are simple — see the README for instructions and customization options. The project is open-source; you can review or contribute to the source code on GitLab (instructions and repo links provided in the extension documentation).

## Rankings

- #1,710 — Overall
- #277 — Appearance
- #1 — conversation
- #10 — gmail
- #22 — hotmail
- #33 — release

## Permissions and access

### Content script matches

- `mail.google.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: google.com
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Users overwhelmingly praise Gmail reverse conversation for placing the newest messages at the top, reducing scrolling and confusion in long threads. It enhances readability, writes more naturally, and is described as reliable and easy to use. A single review notes a break after a certificate upgrade, indicating a potential compatibility hiccup.

### Pros

- Keeps newest emails at the top in Gmail conversations, making threads easier to read and reply to.
- Eliminates the need to scroll to the bottom to see the latest reply, improving speed and usability.
- Helps prevent losing track of messages in long threads and makes conversations clearer.
- Improves overall ergonomics; many users describe it as 'just works' and essential.
- Widely praised for readability improvements and being a lifesaver for Gmail workflows.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/gmail-reverse)