# Live Server Web Extension

> Live Reload feature for Dynamic content (PHP, Node.js, ASPNET - Whatever, it doesn't matter). This extension is for Live Server - VSCode Extension (required v3.0.0+).

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/live-server-web-extension](https://chrome-stats.com/d/live-server-web-extension)

## Overview

- **ID:** `live-server-web-extension`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ritwick Dey
- **Category:** web-development,other
- **Daily users:** 5,116
- **Weekly downloads:** 90
- **Rating:** 4.64 / 5 (28 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.1resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-25
- **First published:** 2017-10-22
- **Size:** 31 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/live-server-web-extension/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/ritwickdey/live-server-web-extension](https://github.com/ritwickdey/live-server-web-extension)

## Description

The Live Server Web Extension integrates seamlessly with the Live Server VSCode extension (v3.0.0+), adding live reload capabilities for dynamic web content including PHP, Node.js, ASPNET, and others. This Chrome extension requires you to have VSCode and the Live Server extension installed, enabling you to instantly see changes on your web projects without manual refreshes. Ideal for developers working on server-side dynamic pages, it streamlines your workflow and accelerates development.

Setup is straightforward and well documented, with a live demo demonstrating its functionality. Boost your productivity by combining this extension with your existing VSCode Live Server setup to handle dynamic content live reloading effortlessly.

## Rankings

- #1,160 — Overall
- #124 — Web Development
- #174 — Other extensions
- #3 — server
- #4 — deliver
- #7 — live

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `tabs`
- `http://*/*`
- `https://*/*`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Users repeatedly praise PHP support, easy live-reload usage, and time-saving benefits. The extension is generally well-liked (described as excellent/awesome). Notable drawbacks include limited HTML support (no .html as root) and restricted handling of index.php as the root file, which can hinder advanced PHP workflows. A few reviewers also report occasional compatibility quirks with certain Firefox versions.

### Pros

- PHP support: works with PHP pages and adds PHP compatibility.
- Easy to use live-reload extension with positive feedback.
- Saves time by avoiding the need to run a separate live server.
- Generally well-liked and described as excellent/awesome by multiple users.

### Cons

- HTML support is limited: does not work with HTML files (.html).
- Root PHP handling is limited: index.php as the root file is not supported / not ideal for advanced PHP setups.

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