Chromebook Recovery Utility

Create recovery media for your Chromebook.

Chromebook Recovery Utility - Create Recovery Media

The 'Chromebook Recovery Utility' is a valuable Chrome extension that helps users create recovery media essential for data backup and system restoration purposes. This tool is compatible with M38+ Chromebooks, Windows, and Mac devices and simplifies the creation of recovery media. Additional instructions for usage can be accessed via Google Support.
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Extension stats

Users: 700,000+
Rating: 2.94
(2,089)
Version: 3.3.0 (Last updated: 2022-05-31)
Creation date: 2018-09-24
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • https://dl.google.com/dl/edgedl/chromeos/recovery/recovery2.json
  • https://dl.google.com/dl/edgedl/chromeos/recovery/cloudready_recovery2.json
  • https://www.google-analytics.com/
  • chromeosInfoPrivate
  • feedbackPrivate
  • fileSystem
  • imageWriterPrivate
  • metricsPrivate
  • storage
Size: 1.77M
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

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Use this tool on M38+ Chromebooks, Windows, and Mac devices to create recovery media. Instructions on how to use the tool can be found here: https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/6002417

By installing this item, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 well for recovering Chromebooks and flashing other OS images.
  • Simple and easy to use for many users.
  • Successful firmware burning with the correct file format as per user instructions.
Cons
  • Does not work on various Chromebook models, leading to frustration.
  • Frequent failures during the recovery process and hangs at 0%.
  • Issues with compatibility on Linux systems.
Most mentioned
  • Problems launching the app on certain Chromebook devices.
  • Inconsistent performance and functionality based on user configurations.
  • Successful experience noted primarily when the app is used as directed.
User reviews
works for more than recovering chromebooks. i've used it to flash raspian many times. the only* app that can flash drives. *that i know of
by Gaje, 2024-05-23


Startar inte. Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 360 2. ChromeOS Version 120.0.6099.272
by Karl Wesslau, 2024-02-12
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Chromebook Recovery Utility has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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