Best Browser Extensions for Productivity and Safety

Enhance your web browser with extensions that save time, block ads, and protect your privacy.

At a Glance

What are extensions?

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Browser extensions are small programs that add features to Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. They run in the background or add buttons to your toolbar. Install them from your browser's extension store.

uBlock Origin (essential)

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Free ad blocker that also blocks trackers and malicious sites. Dramatically speeds up browsing. Protects against malicious ads. Install from the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons.

Bitwarden (passwords)

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Free password manager extension. Automatically fills in passwords on websites. Generates strong passwords for new accounts. Syncs across all your devices and browsers.

Dark Reader

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Adds dark mode to every website. Reduces eye strain, especially at night. Adjustable brightness and contrast. Free and works on virtually all sites.

Honey (shopping)

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Automatically finds and applies coupon codes at checkout on shopping sites. Also shows price history and alerts for price drops. Free. Owned by PayPal.

How to install extensions

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Chrome: visit chrome.google.com/webstore. Firefox: visit addons.mozilla.org. Edge: visit microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons. Search for the extension name and click "Add to [browser]."

Safety with extensions

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Only install extensions from official stores. Check reviews and number of users. Remove extensions you don't use. Be cautious of extensions asking for broad permissions. Fewer extensions = better performance.

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