Replace URL

Replace URL in the address bar.

Replace URL Chrome Extension - Convenient URL Alteration

"Replace URL" is a Chrome extension that allows users to automatically substitute certain words or phrases in the URL with predetermined new words. Users can set these preferences in the option page. By simply clicking on the extension's icon, they are quickly redirected to the updated URL. This extension accelerates browsing by eliminating the need to manually change URLs.

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Extension stats

By: decoy123

Users: 2,000+

Rating: 3.10

(21)

Version: 1.0.2 (Last updated: 2022-09-24)

Creation date: 2017-04-05

Permissions:

tabs
storage

Size: 175.10K

Email: de*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 20,342 ▲ 7

Other rankings

#23271 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 667 #10 in replace keyword 21 ▼ 1

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Works as advertised
Useful for rewriting URLs
Has a regex feature that users appreciate
Simple to use

Cons

Doesn't work for some users
Requires manual clicking to activate replacement
Lacks an automatic replacement option
Insufficient instructions on usage
Works only on pasted/written URLs, not on links

Most mentioned

Desire for an automatic replacement feature
Works as intended for some users
Requires manual activation by clicking the icon

User reviews

first it works as it said thanks, but it has one thing can be automatic whatever it matched i mean no need to click the button of the extension to replace

mohamed saeed, 2024-06-11

Doesn't work

al justiet, 2024-04-24

I wish the whole process was automated and I didn't have to press the icon every single time. But even as it is, it's pretty useful.

Simple Guy, 2024-04-13

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Replace URL requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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