Spell Checker for Chrome

Spell Checker extension for Chrome. It's easy to use and fast. This extension supports 25 languages for spell check.

Spell Checker for Chrome - Fast & Easy Spell Check

"Spell Checker for Chrome" is a user-friendly extension that quickly checks and suggests corrections for misspelled words in 25 languages. With features like user-defined shortcuts, a personal dictionary, and context menu support, it enhances your writing across platforms. Since 2011, it has operated with minimal permissions and was updated to manifest v3 in September 2024. Check your spelling and grammar effortlessly while sharing texts via email, social media, and more.

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Extension stats

By: Smart Software

Users: 100,000+

Rating: 3.46

(901)

Version: 0.9.4.7 (Last updated: 2024-12-21)

Creation date: 2020-04-11

Permissions:

storage
tabs
contextMenus
system.display

Host permissions:

*://*.googleapis.com/*
*://languagetool.org/*
*://*.languagetool.org/*
*://*.nara-speller.co.kr/*

Size: 95.60K

Email: jj*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 1,808 ▲ 82

Other rankings

#9812 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 99

#1 in spell checker keyword 55

#1 in spelling checker keyword 59

#2 in spelling keyword 49

#8 in checker keyword 45 ▲ 1

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Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 effectively for many users
Good for those with dyslexia or poor spelling skills
User-friendly and simple to use
Helpful in providing suggestions for corrections
Recommended by some users for its utility

Cons

Currently not functioning for many users
Incomplete spell checking, not catching errors
Issues with pop-ups and user experience
User reliance on the extension when it malfunctions
Might not work in conjunction with ad blockers

Most mentioned

Stopped working or has reliability issues
Does not catch all spelling errors
User experience complaints
Good tool for spelling assistance
Dependence on the extension for accuracy

User reviews

It works, by god it works. *Cries* So many spell checkers are broken this year. Ahh, finally. I need help with my pesky dyslexia so have to have a spellcheck to untangle my mangled sentences.

Jessica S. (darkocean), 2024-09-28

Отличное приложение! Очень помогает грамотно писать.

Andrey Anbroch, 2024-09-21

Stopped working. Been trying to find another one since. They all suck. Why the hell isn't it working anymore?

Bonnie Harris, 2024-04-17

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Spell Checker for Chrome 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

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Spell Checker for Chrome. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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