Violentmonkey

An open source userscript manager that supports a lot of browsers

Violentmonkey: An Advanced Open Source Userscript Manager

Violentmonkey is a highly versatile browser extension that brings userscript support to an array of browsers that use WebExtensions. Key features include automatic updates by detecting metadata, sequential script execution, GM function compatibility, zip file import/export, and synchronization with various cloud storage services.
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Extension stats

Users: 1,000,000+
Rating: 4.61
(635)
Version: 2.29.0 (Last updated: 2024-12-03)
Creation date: 2020-03-04
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • notifications
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • clipboardWrite
  • contextMenus
  • cookies
Size: 655.36K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Violentmonkey (v2.29.0)
4.60 (84) 793,263+
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Extension summary

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Violentmonkey provides userscripts support for browsers. It works on browsers with WebExtensions support. It supports most scripts for Greasemonkey and Tampermonkey. Features:

  • Update automatically according to the meta data.
  • Scripts will be executed in order as shown in the list.
  • GM functions are supported.
  • Support import from and export to a zip file.
  • Sync to Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive and WebDAV!

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Allows users to use scripts easily
  • Open source and well-received compared to competitors
  • Good for gaming scripts
  • High user satisfaction
  • Supports users needing scripts everywhere
Cons
  • Does not work on certain platforms like bloxd.io
  • Potential concerns about adherence to Chrome best practices
  • Users express a desire for updates to support Manifest V3
Most mentioned
  • The extension is great for gaming scripts
  • Need for updates and compatibility with new Chrome standards
  • Open source nature valued by users
User reviews
Excelente

goat
by c3, 2025-01-06

I can use my scripts again haha.
by Dog Ave, 2024-12-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Violentmonkey requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Violentmonkey has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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