HostAdmin

Saving your time when you switch domain-ip mapping (Hosts file) between different environment. Awesome host file editor !

HostAdmin: Efficient Host File Editor Chrome Extension

HostAdmin is a highly efficient Chrome extension that enables seamless and swift switching of domain-ip mapping in your Hosts files. Originally designed as a Firefox Addon, HostAdmin has now been ported for Chrome users. The extension greatly enhances productivity by not only allowing you to group and hide different projects but also automatically refreshing your DNS cache whenever you make changes in your Hosts file, even if you've done it manually. It's a must-have tool for those working in different environments.

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Extension stats

By: T.G.

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 3.89

(53)

Version: 1.4.8 (Last updated: 2013-08-17)

Creation date: 2013-08-17

Permissions:

tabs
browsingData

Size: 185.34K

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 23,291 ▲ 1

Other rankings

#3403 in Developer Tools ▲ 26

#64 in firefox keyword 21 ▼ 3

#199 in switch keyword 26

#229 in domain keyword 26 ▼ 1

#238 in refresh keyword 74 ▲ 4

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Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Very convenient for switching IP hosts frequently
Includes instructions to allow write access to HOSTS file
Users find it very good or wonderful overall

Cons

helper.set is not a function - errors when trying to save
Does not work properly on some versions of Chrome and Ubuntu
Inserts ad network tracking codes
Slow performance with large IP lists

Most mentioned

very good
wonderful extension
instructions to allow write access
issues with saving changes

User reviews

helper.set is not a function

Flavien B, 2024-05-30

Cant save. helper.set is not a function

ning nyco, 2024-05-28

Not working anymore

Grégory Becker, 2022-03-31

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Extension safety

Risk impact

HostAdmin 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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Risk likelihood

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