GNOME Shell integration

Name: GNOME Shell integration
Rating: 4.2989 (271 reviews)
Author: Yuri Konotopov

This extension provides integration with GNOME Shell and the corresponding extensions repository https://extensions.gnome.org

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Features & Capabilities

The GNOME Shell Integration Chrome extension enables users to connect their browser directly with GNOME Shell and browse GNOME extensions available at https://extensions.gnome.org. To utilize this extension fully, users must install the native connector, available as the "chrome-gnome-shell" package across popular Linux distributions such as Arch Linux, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo, and Ubuntu. Manual installation instructions are provided on the official GNOME wiki, ensuring flexibility for all users. Enhance your GNOME desktop environment effortlessly with seamless browser integration.

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Version:

12.1 Last updated: 2025-10-13

Version code:

6046988

Creation date:

2016-11-18

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Permissions:

Host permissions:

https://extensions.gnome.org/
https://extensions-next.gnome.org/

Content scripts matches:

extensions.gnome.org
extensions-next.gnome.org

Size:

143.45KB

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Full description:

Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-18

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Ranking

# 138

Other rankings

#8 in Alerts & Updates

#11 in Download Management

#3 in integration keyword 51

#14 in station keyword 29

#25 in sell keyword 23 ▲ 1

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GNOME Shell integration (v12.1)

700,000 3.75

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Developed by:

Yuri Konotopov

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/gnome-shell-integration/

Website:

https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/gnome-browser-extension

Permission Change History

2025-10-13: Version 12 → 12.1

Remove Permissions: alarms

2024-06-14: Version 11.1 → 12

Add Host permissions: https://extensions.gnome.org/ https://extensions-next.gnome.org/

Remove Permissions: https://extensions.gnome.org/

User Reviews

Users generally find the GNOME Shell integration add-on reliable and useful for managing shell extensions, but several reviewers prefer the newer Extensions Manager (flatpak) or desktop integration. Recurring concerns are compatibility with specific Firefox/distribution versions and uncertainty about the add-on’s future updates.

Pros

Generally reliable — multiple users report it "does what it's supposed to" and works well.
Positive reception — users appreciate having access to GNOME Shell extensions via the add-on, especially when their distro requires it.

Cons

Users prefer the newer Extensions Manager (flatpak) or native desktop integration over the browser add-on.
Compatibility and maintenance concerns — reports of issues with certain Firefox versions (e.g., Debian 12) and uncertainty about future updates.

Recent reviews

by do*****, 2026-05-10

by Fi*****, 2026-04-08

The browser connector was renamed and moved - please update the links here in the About!

by Va*****, 2026-03-13

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Is GNOME Shell integration Safe?

Risk impact

Risk impact measures the level of extra permissions an extension has access to. A low risk impact extension cannot do much harms, whereas a high risk impact extension can do a lot of damage like stealing your password, bypassing your security settings, and accessing your personal data. High risk impact extensions are not necessarily malicious. However, if they do turn malicious, they can be very harmful.

GNOME Shell integration requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Add-ons Store, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

GNOME Shell integration has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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