Copy Link Name

Copies the name of a link (anchor text) to the clipboard.

Copy Link Name: Chrome Extension for Copying Link Names

"Copy Link Name" is a user-friendly Chrome extension developed for the sole purpose of enabling a swift copying of a link's visible text or anchor text to your clipboard. It streamlines this process by simply allowing you to right click on a link and select "Copy Link Name". It should be noted that this extension is developed exclusively for Chrome, and compatibility with other Chromium-based browsers is not guaranteed.
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Extension stats

Users: 7,000+
Rating: 3.27
(115)
Version: 1.0.8 (Last updated: 2023-09-14)
Creation date: 2016-10-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • clipboardWrite
Size: 11.10K
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

Developed exclusively for Chrome. This extension is not guaranteed to work with other Chromium-based browsers like Edge, Brave, Opera, etc... Please don't report issues or down-vote this extension in the Chrome Web Store if you're using a non-Chrome browser.

Makes it very easy to copy the visible text of a link (also called link name or anchor text). Just right click on a link & choose "Copy Link Name".

Note: Like all Content Script extensions, this extension is automatically disabled in the Chrome Extensions site. So please test it on a normal web page.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Simple and useful for copying link titles without formatting.
  • Works well on multiple browsers, including Brave and Arc.
  • Good visibility of the extension icon, especially in dark themes.
  • Many users find it helpful after trying multiple alternatives.
Cons
  • Frequently stops working or does not function properly after updates.
  • Some users experience duplicate text being copied.
  • Inconsistent performance, with many reports of it not working on certain links.
  • Requires browser refresh after installation to function.
Most mentioned
  • Does not work for me.
  • Works perfectly for the function I was seeking.
  • Happy to report that it works on Arc and Brave.
  • I tried many extensions before finding this one.
  • It copies the same text twice or pastes 'undefined'.
User reviews
Does not work for me.
by Dave Vallis, 2024-09-13

Not working anymore.
by Cody Bishop, 2024-08-05

by Paviel Donau, 2024-06-28
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Copy Link Name requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Copy Link Name has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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