BrowserStack

BrowserStack

Instantly test your webpage on any desktop or mobile browser.

What is BrowserStack?
BrowserStack is a chrome extension that revolutionizes cross-browser testing by enabling one-click access to any browser and device combination. It allows developers to launch, review, and test webpages instantly with onboard Dev Tools, simulating real user conditions. This extension requires a BrowserStack account.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 100,000+
Rating: 2.90 (93)
Version: 3.0.7 (Last updated: 2024-04-17)
Creation date: 2020-04-09
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • cookies
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • https://*.browserstack.com/*
Size: 824.32K
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Summary

Launch a new test session in any browser using the BrowserStack Quick Launch Extension. Select any combination from "All Devices" dropdown OR set up to 12 browsers for quick access under favourites and minimise the time spent in switching browsers. Review changes immediately and make cross-browser testing an integral part of development.

To use the integration:

  1. Install the extension.
  2. Open the webpage you want to test and click on the BrowserStack logo on your extension toolbar.
  3. Select the browser & device combination you want to test on.

Your webpage will be launched in the combination selected. Test this webpage using BrowserStack’s Dev Tools, check page behavior in real user conditions and file bugs directly.

NOTE: You need to have a BrowserStack account to use this Chrome extension. You can sign up from the extension or use this link: www.browserstack.com/users/sign_up

User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Seamless testing experience
  • Simple UI
  • Smooth workflow
  • Speeds up website testing
Cons
  • Persistence background page may cause performance issues
  • Problems with local testing on ChromeOS
  • Inability to add simulators to Quick Launch
  • Some users experienced issues with usability and functionality
Most mentioned
  • Seamless testing experience
  • Simple UI
  • Smooth workflow
  • Inability to add simulators to Quick Launch
  • Persistence background page causing performance issues
Recent reviews
The new update helps me to quickly select the device combination of my choice!
by Winston Pais Winston Pais, 2024-04-18

by Saksham Bhatt Saksham Bhatt, 2024-01-31

by Shwetha Ashokumar Shwetha Ashokumar, 2024-01-10
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Safety
Risk impact

BrowserStack may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

BrowserStack is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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