Spoof Geolocation

This extension alters browser Geolocation latitude and longitude to user-defined values

Spoof Geolocation - A Chrome Extension for Altering Geolocation Data

'Spoof Geolocation' is a Chrome extension that enables users to alter their browser's geolocation data to user-defined values. With features like randomizing reported GEO data, granting GEO access, and keeping the last 10 coordinates, the extension ensures complete user control. It works even if the GEO device is disabled or not present, allowing an improved browsing experience.

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By: joue.quroi

Users: 10,000+

Rating: 4.82

(22)

Version: 0.2.5 (Last updated: 2024-12-02)

Creation date: 2022-05-27

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

storage
contextMenus
scripting

Host permissions:

*://*/*

Size: 154.62K

Email: jo*****@gmail.com

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# 9,138 ▲ 57

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#712 in Developer Tools #23 in location keyword 33 ▼ 2 #47 in present keyword 25 ▼ 4 #72 in configure keyword 14 ▼ 8 #180 in device keyword 8 ▼ 17

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Extension summary

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Description: This extension spoofs the reported GEO location. It works even if the GEO device is not present or even when it is disabled globally. If the "navigator.geolocation" object is not detected, the extension uses a polyfill instead. You can optionally deny or allow GEO access from the right-click context menu over the action button.

Features: Reports custom latitude and longitude values Works even if the GEO device is not present Spoofs "permissions" to grant GEO access Randomized reported GEO data Ability to configure the "accuracy" parameter. Keeps the last 10 GEO coordinates data

How to test this extension? Go to the "https://webbrowsertools.com/geolocation/" website. After the first visit, you will get a prompt to enter your latitude and longitude data. Use the default one or provide yours. The extension is going to use these data on all subsequent requests.

Use the right-click context menu to disallow GEO access. You can refresh the page to see the result.

User reviews

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Pros

Works as intended
Effective in spoofing geolocation
User-friendly after initial setup
Reliable compared to other extensions
Helps maintain privacy from location tracking

Cons

Difficult to use due to the need for coordinates lookup
Settings may be tricky to find
Does not spoof all data points (e.g., aggressive iframe extraction)

Most mentioned

Works as intended
Effective in spoofing geolocation
Settings may be tricky to find
Need for coordinates lookup
Reliable compared to other extensions

User reviews

ELLA, 2024-11-18

Works as intended, thank you.

Mahmoud Allam Moustafa, 2024-11-16

It does work but it's very hard to use. You have to look up the coordinates for the location you want. Choosing on a map or search box would be much easier.