# var\_dump

> client-side var\_dump beautifier

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/var\_dump](https://chrome-stats.com/d/var_dump)

## Overview

- **ID:** `var_dump`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Cl00e9ment
- **Category:** web-development,other
- **Daily users:** 259
- **Rating:** 4.88 / 5 (8 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2020-07-27
- **First published:** 2020-07-26
- **Size:** 52 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/var_dump/)

## Description

## var_dump Chrome Extension

The var_dump extension is a handy tool designed to beautify PHP debugging outputs directly in your browser. It formats the output of PHP functions like `var_dump`, `var_export`, and `print_r` on the client-side, making them easier to read and analyze. With a simple click on the extension icon, your raw PHP output transforms into a neatly formatted, visually enhanced display.

Ideal for developers working with PHP, this extension streamlines the debugging process by presenting complex data structures clearly, saving time and reducing errors. Whether you're inspecting arrays, objects, or other variables, var_dump ensures that your PHP debugging is more intuitive and efficient.

## Rankings

- #7,179 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `<all_urls>`

### Content script matches

- `<all_urls>`

## Safety

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

### Analysis details

- Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/var_dump)