IE8 User-Agent

Alternate User-Agent to IE8

The IE8 User-Agent Chrome extension enables users to easily switch their browser's user-agent string to mimic Internet Explorer 8. Designed for compatibility testing or accessing legacy websites requiring IE8 user-agent identification, this lightweight extension lets you customize your browsing experience effortlessly. Simply use the extension to apply IE8 user-agent on specific sites, ensuring proper display and functionality without switching browsers.

Manifest V2
Users:
1,000+
Rating:
5.00
(5)
Version:
0.1.6 (Last updated: 2016-12-02)
Creation date:
2016-12-02
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://*/
Size:
6.55K
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
15 hours ago

User reviews

Good
by BUI TIEN DUNG, 2021-05-03

ESSEAriadné :) BETTEER THAN EVER
by Illegal Front, 2020-04-12

Отличная функциональность, сильно выручает! Отдельный привет от ЭССЕ и Ариадны!
by Johnny Rich, 2016-12-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact
High risk impact

IE8 User-Agent requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

IE8 User-Agent has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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