# Googlepanel Lite WE

> Googlebar Lite WE, resurrected to use Webextensions, compatible with Firefox 57+. EXPERIMENTAL - this is a working proof-of-concept version rewritten from the ground up (CREDITS TO: Jonah Bishop for creating the original GooglebarLite :-)

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/googlepanel-lite-we](https://chrome-stats.com/d/googlepanel-lite-we)

## Overview

- **ID:** `googlepanel-lite-we`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Firefox user 13521261
- **Category:** search-tools,other
- **Daily users:** 48
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (9 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-25
- **First published:** 2017-11-25
- **Size:** 19 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/googlepanel-lite-we/)

## Description

Googlepanel Lite WE is a modern adaptation of the classic Googlebar Lite, rebuilt from the ground up as a WebExtension to ensure compatibility with Firefox 57 and later versions. This lightweight toolbar offers users quick and easy access to Google search functionalities directly within the browser. As an experimental, proof-of-concept extension, it honors the original work by Jonah Bishop while utilizing the latest web technologies to provide a streamlined browsing experience.

Ideal for users seeking a minimalist and efficient way to incorporate Google search tools into Firefox, Googlepanel Lite WE revitalizes a beloved toolbar with enhanced compatibility and performance. Its lightweight design ensures minimal impact on browser speed, making it perfect for everyday browsing and search tasks.

## Rankings

- #16,324 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `contextMenus`
- `activeTab`
- `tabs`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## 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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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/googlepanel-lite-we)