Replace New Window Start Page

Name: Replace New Window Start Page
Author: Hubisan

Replaces the new window startup page if it matches a specific URL. This is useful when the IT department forces a specific URL as the new window startup page.

Overview

Firefox Add-ons Store

Daily users

Data as of 2026-09-07

Version:

1.0.0

Last updated: 2026-03-17

Features & Capabilities

A Firefox extension that replaces the new window startup page if it matches a specific URL. This is particularly useful in managed IT environments where a specific startup page is forced, but the user prefers a different one (like about:blank or a personal homepage).

Features

URL Blocking/Redirection: Automatically detects when a specific startup URL is loaded and redirects the tab.
Configurable: Easily set the source URL (the one to replace) and the target URL (the destination) via the extension options.
Minimalist: Lightweight and privacy-focused.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Add-on

By:

Hubisan

Daily users:

Version:

1.0.0 Last updated: 2026-03-17

Version code:

6181725

Creation date:

2026-03-14

Firefox add-on GUID:

replace-new-window-startup-page@hubisan.apps

Firefox add-on numeric ID:

2989547

Firefox on Android:

Risk:

Permissions:

Size:

21.48KB

URLs:

Website

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-07

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 145,249 ▼ 1,119

Other rankings

#114 in live start page keyword 43 ▼ 2#200 in replace keyword 22 ▼ 6

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Developed by:

Hubisan

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/replace-new-window-start-page/

Website:

https://github.com/hubisan/replace-new-window-startup-page

Is Replace New Window Start Page Safe?

Risk impact

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Replace New Window Start Page requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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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Replace New Window Start Page is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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