User Agent Switcher, URL sniffer

This extension can switch the user agent of a browser. and it allows you to find all HTTP URLs.

User Agent Switcher, URL Sniffer - Chrome Extension

User Agent Switcher, URL Sniffer is a Chrome extension designed to trick websites into thinking you're using a different browser. It's useful when some sites restrict access based on the browser type. The extension also has URL sniffer feature that detects all HTTP URLs in the browsing session. It offers options to toggle the switcher on or off, manage User Agent list, apply filters, identify URL patterns, and monitor sniffer logs. Furthermore, it permits settings to be exported or imported for user convenience.

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Extension stats

By: Smart Software

Users: 70,000+

-10,000

Rating: 4.30

(430)

Version: 0.9.4.3 (Last updated: 2024-09-24)

Creation date: 2020-12-01

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

storage
webRequest
declarativeNetRequest

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 118.78K

Email: jj*****@gmail.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Ranking

# 2,749 ▼ 141

Other rankings

#250 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 30 #14 in agent keyword 57 ▲ 1 #143 in software keyword 52 ▼ 1

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Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

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Extension summary

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Most web pages are fully and completely compatible with Chrome. However, there are some sites that insist upon using a different browser. So, an extension has been developed for Chrome called the Ultimate User Agent Switcher.

When a web page suggests using a different browser or upgrading the current one, the Ultimate User Agent Switcher tricks the web site into believing that it is a different browser, often allowing access.

And this extension allows you to find all HTTP URLs. (URL sniffer feature) This extension supports Chrome 18 and later.

*Enable,disable switcher *Add,edit User Agent list *Filters to apply *URL pattern to apply *View URL sniffer log (type,method,URL,original HTTP headers..)

User reviews

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Pros

Allows setting of 'nonstandard' user agent strings
Flexible configurations, can use regex matching
Rich features for URL sniffing

Cons

Outdated list of user agents
Does not support navigator.userAgent and User-Agent Client Hints
Confusing interface regarding filter applications

Most mentioned

Issues with outdated user agent strings
Problems when trying to use it on popular websites (like Facebook and Instagram)
Need for better user interface and filtering options

User reviews

does not work on facebook

Suman Sharma, 2024-10-01

Kind of a train wreck, but it does allow you to set 'nonstandard' user agent strings, which is very useful for...research. I had to use the 'pattern' feature, it wouldn't work without. Your mileage may vary.

Gary D (Unhacker), 2024-09-25

when i try to post on instagram using android tablet it tells me "Rotate your device to add to your story." Does anyone know how to solve this?

choco loco, 2024-02-18

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Extension safety

Risk impact

User Agent Switcher, URL sniffer requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.