# Pximg referer fixer

> This extension will fix Pixiv's pximg direct link referer so that user can view images hosted on pximg server. Example: https://i.pximg.net/img-original/img/2018/11/16/00/00/01/71671760\_p0.png

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/pximg-referer-fixer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/pximg-referer-fixer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `pximg-referer-fixer`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** maple3142
- **Category:** other
- **Daily users:** 171
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (7 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.1.2resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-26
- **First published:** 2018-11-19
- **Size:** 7.94 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/pximg-referer-fixer/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/maple3142/pximg-referer](https://github.com/maple3142/pximg-referer)

## Description

Pximg Referer Fixer is a Chrome extension designed to solve the common issue where images hosted on Pixiv's pximg server are inaccessible due to referer restrictions. By automatically fixing the referer headers for direct links to pximg images, this extension ensures smooth and seamless viewing of artwork without interruptions.

Whether you're browsing Pixiv or using direct pximg URLs, this tool enhances your experience by circumventing referer block issues. The extension is open-source and available on GitHub, allowing users to verify and contribute to its development. Example image URLs like `https://i.pximg.net/img-original/img/2018/11/16/00/00/01/71671760_p0.png` are supported, making it ideal for Pixiv enthusiasts and artists who frequently access images directly.

## Rankings

- #8,907 — Overall
- #19 — bug fixes
- #22 — reference
- #39 — example

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `webRequest`
- `webRequestBlocking`
- `*://*.pximg.net/`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Allows the extension to observe and analyze traffic in flight for the selected hosts.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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