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Do Chrome extensions work on mobile?
They don’t work on the Chrome browser on mobile, but you can use extensions on some Chromium-based browsers. We’ve got a full guide to the topic here.
Are Chrome extensions safe?
Chrome extensions are very safe if you use the same diligence you apply to all of your online activity. Stick to downloading extensions from trusted sources like the official Chrome Web Store and research the developer’s reputation. You should read user reviews and check ratings before installation. Make sure to review the permissions requested by the extension and only grant necessary access. Keep extensions updated for the latest security patches.
Where are Chrome extensions stored?
Chrome extensions are stored in a specific directory on your computer’s file system. On Windows, they are stored by default in C:\Users\\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions, but is the user name you’re logged into Windows with.
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/ June 26, 2025; 5 months ago (2025-06-26)
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If you don't mind installing an extra extension, this might be useful: Extension Manager
I was looking for a solution to the same problem. I only need to disable the extension on a single domain, whitelisting all other domains would not be a good idea. So I found this extension allows you to create rules, which you can use it as a blacklist.
Example
As of January 2021, Chrome 88 only lets you run extensions in 3 modes:
- On click
- On specific sites (i.e. a whitelist / allow-list)
- On all sites
Unfortunately there is no built-in way to set a block-list of sites for an extension (i.e.. "On all sites except...").