Chrome extension source viewer

View source code of Chrome extensions, Firefox addons or Opera extensions (crx/nex/xpi) from the Chrome web store and elsewhere.

Chrome Extension Source Viewer: Analyze Extension Files

"Chrome extension source viewer" is a powerful tool that extracts and displays the source code of Chrome extensions, Firefox addons, or Opera extensions, right from the Chrome Web Store or elsewhere. With features including file filtering, code beautification, image preview, permalink generation, and source code downloading, it offers a comprehensive view of extension files. It supports incognito mode, offers optional features and is continuously updated for improved performance.

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By: Rob W

Users: 100,000+

Rating: 4.59

(425)

1 new ratings

Version: 1.7.0 (Last updated: 2023-12-11)

Creation date: 2019-08-30

Permissions:

tabs
storage
contextMenus
downloads
declarativeContent

Host permissions:

*://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx*
*://clients2.googleusercontent.com/crx/download/*

Size: 232.45K

Email: ro*****@robwu.nl

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 1,890 ▲ 82

Other rankings

#1625 in Developer Tools ▲ 3

#1 in source keyword 31 ▲ 1

#1 in source code keyword 26

#14 in chrome extension keyword 87 ▼ 1

#16 in viewer keyword 74

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Other platforms

Not available on Android

Extension source viewer (v1.7.0)

1,707+ 4.79

(111)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 as intended and helps in reviewing source code before installation
User-friendly and provides valuable insights for building browser extensions
Quick recovery from Chrome Web Store changes
Updated to function with Google's Manifest Version 3
Helps identify potentially malicious extensions

Cons

Occasional non-functionality issues
Some users report the extension not working at all
Requests for additional features like time of vote
Need for support with the new Chrome Web Store interface

Most mentioned

Extension used for viewing source code
Ability to check for malicious code before installation
Recent updates addressing compatibility with Manifest Version 3

User reviews

Very useful. I used this extension to check whether it needed the tabs permission. It doesn't, it could use activeTab instead, so I have knocked 1 star off.

Mythical 5th, 2025-03-08

Doesn't work

Maroš Jendrál, 2025-01-13

thx for author, very usefull extention <3

shishak_ne, 2024-10-27

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Chrome extension source viewer 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

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