Search by Image on Google

Name: Search by Image on Google
Rating: 4.3438 (128 reviews)
Author: Gustavo Silva

Right click on an image to search Google for related images or versions in different sizes.

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The "Search by Image on Google" Chrome extension allows users to effortlessly perform reverse image searches directly from any webpage. By simply right-clicking on an image, you can quickly find related images or different sizes using Google's powerful image search.

Designed to be lightweight and user-friendly, this extension does not require any special permissions, ensuring a secure browsing experience. Users can also choose whether the browser automatically switches to the new search tab, providing customizable convenience. It’s an essential tool for researchers, shoppers, or anyone curious about images online.

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Daily users:

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Version:

1.7 Last updated: 2022-11-17

Version code:

5487500

Creation date:

2017-05-05

Risk:

Permissions:

menus
storage

Size:

22.69KB

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Data ingested on:

2025-07-15

Ranking

# 794 ▼ 1

Other rankings

#53 in Tabs

#91 in Search Tools ▲ 1

#110 in Appearance ▼ 1

#6 in google search keyword 68

#17 in google keyword 94

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User reviews

Users praise the add-on for its simplicity, no-permission requirement, and restoring Google's classic reverse image search features. However, many report it has stopped working recently, often leading to error or no result pages. Lack of usage instructions and inability to remove the persistent toolbar icon are notable drawbacks. Despite these issues, users find it very useful and hope for updates to restore functionality.

Pros

Simple and easy to use.
No permissions required to operate.
Effectively restores Google's old reverse image search functionality with size filter.
Very useful and reliable when working.
Highly appreciated by users when functional.

Cons

The extension has stopped working for many users recently.
No instructions provided, causing confusion on how to use browse mode for local images.
Persistent icon that cannot be removed from toolbar.
Sometimes redirects to an error or 'no results' page.
Incompatibility with Google's newer image search features like Lens.

Recent reviews

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I can't live without this Plugin. I use this thousands of times a day.

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Search by Image on Google does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Risk likelihood

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Search by Image on Google has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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