Browserpass

Browser extension for zx2c4's pass (password manager)

Browserpass: Chrome Extension for Password Store

Browserpass is a Chrome extension that integrates directly with zx2c4's pass (passwordstore.org) to securely retrieve and autofill login details. It uses native messaging to communicate with a local binary in a secure manner. Users can trigger the password search using 'Ctrl+Shift+L' or clicking the lock icon. The plugin requires a small binary to be installed on the user's operating system.

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Extension stats

By: browserpass-dev

Users: 3,000+

Rating: 4.68

(34)

Version: 3.9.0 (Last updated: 2024-12-17)

Creation date: 2020-06-27

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Moderate risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

activeTab
alarms
tabs
clipboardRead
clipboardWrite
nativeMessaging
notifications
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
http://*/*

Size: 1.16M

Email: br*****@googlegroups.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Ranking

# 16,400 ▲ 20

Other rankings

#598 in Privacy & Security ▼ 4

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Browserpass (v3.9.0)

4.68

(41) 1,279+

Not available on Edge

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Extension summary

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Browserpass is a browser extension for Chrome (and Firefox) to retrieve login details from pass (passwordstore.org) straight from your browser.

It uses native messaging to talk to a local binary to retrieve the login details in a secure manner.

Hit "Ctrl+Shift+L" to open up the password search or click the lock icon , cycle through the logins with TAB and hit ENTER to auto-fill & submit the login form of the current site.

This add-on depends on a small binary you'll need to install on your OS. Installation instructions can be found here: https://github.com/browserpass/browserpass-native

User reviews

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Pros

Easy to use and integrates well with password management
Good support and responsiveness from the development team
Satisfying interface and user experience
Works well across different browsers and devices

Cons

Installation process can be complex and requires multiple steps
Issues with script injection errors
Some users find the extension difficult to uninstall or remove

Most mentioned

Ease of use
Good support from developers
Challenges with installation
Script injection errors
User interface feedback

User reviews

Just love this extension. Got a warning that it may soon no longer be supported but after checking the development on github they are working on it! (https://github.com/browserpass/browserpass-extension/issues/320)