X-Forwarded-For Header

This extension allows you quickly to set the X-Forwarded-For HTTP Header

X-Forwarded-For Header Chrome Extension

X-Forwarded-For Header is a Chrome extension that allows you to easily update the X-Forwarded-For, X-Originating-IP, X-Remote-IP, and X-Remote-Addr HTTP headers for testing purposes. It also lets you create different profiles for different domains, headers, and IP values.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 50,000+
Rating: 4.21
(24)
Version: 1.0.3 (Last updated: 2024-10-24)
Creation date: 2020-06-26
Permissions:
  • storage
  • declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 459.78K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
X-Forwarded-For Header (v0.6.2)
6,207+ 4.19 (47)
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 perfectly for changing IP and accessing geolocation-based content.
  • Easy to use and effective for many users.
  • Appreciated for helping users find desired content in specific regions.
Cons
  • Recent updates have caused the extension to malfunction or not work as intended.
  • New profile management feature is confusing and cumbersome for users.
  • Inability to whitelist certain sites or manage settings effectively.
Most mentioned
  • Issue with functionality after recent updates.
  • Confusion over new features and profile setup.
  • Requests for specific features like IP randomization and site exclusions.
User reviews
自从更新新的版本就无效了
by Feng Lee, 2024-11-19

Any update for errors and bug? I change IP but it shows my Original IP. What happen?
by Stephanie Myles, 2024-10-16

Hi 1.0.1 is working but in v1.0.2 has a problem. can you fixed this issue or still has a pending releasing file or data for this version?
by Joms, 2024-06-03
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Extension safety

Risk impact

X-Forwarded-For Header requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of X-Forwarded-For Header. Use it at your own risk.

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