What is Host name rewriter?
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Extension for rewriting of host names when accessing a webpage. Will rewrite the host name regardless of method of access, both clicking a link and writing URL will work.
Usage example: Attempts to reach 'example.com/something' will be redirected to 'mydomain.com/something'.
A sub domain, 'sub.example.com', will not be rewritten if a rule for 'example.com' is present. A specific rule for 'sub.example.com' needs to be added.
The extension needs to be configured from the extension button or options page before starting to work.
Version History
- 1.3.0 - Fix rewrite after redirect
- 1.2.1 - Sync changes between options and action.
- 1.2.0 - Improvements of interface and usability
- 1.1.0 - Improve performance and interface
- 1.0.1 - Fix installation
- 1.0.0 - Initial release
User reviews
- Very useful for internet/intranet link problems
- Excellent for debugging WordPress website
- Useful for mapping IPs when using work VPN
- Good functionality overall
- Doesn't rewrite the domain= part of cookie response headers
- Performance issues, becomes slow
- Does not work when the target hostname gets reached via a redirect
- Issues with redirects
- Performance problems
- Potential for endless loop problems
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Extension safety
Risk impact
Host name rewriter requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Host name rewriter has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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