Chrome Extension Alternatives
Browser-based versions of popular Chrome extensions. No install. No permissions. No extension marketplace. All run directly in your browser.
Alternative to
color picker chrome extension
ColorZilla, Eye Dropper, Smart Color Picker
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→ Use Color Picker & Converter instead
No install. No permissions. Pick colors visually, see HEX/RGB/HSL/HSV/CMYK instantly. Works on any device.
Alternative to
qr code generator chrome extension
The QR Code Extension, QR Code Generator
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→ Use QR Code Generator instead
Generate QR codes for URLs, WiFi, email, SMS. Download as PNG. No browser extension install needed.
Alternative to
json viewer chrome extension
JSON Viewer Pro, JSONView
{ }
→ Use JSON Formatter instead
Format, validate, minify JSON with syntax highlighting. Works on any browser without installing anything.
Alternative to
markdown chrome extension
Markdown Here, StackEdit
md
→ Use Markdown Editor instead
Full Markdown editor with live HTML preview. Export as MD or HTML. No extension clutter.
Alternative to
password generator chrome extension
1Password, Bitwarden, LastPass
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→ Use Password Generator instead
Generate cryptographically secure passwords without installing a password manager extension. Perfect for one-off use.
Alternative to
regex chrome extension
Regex Tester, RegExr
.*
→ Use Regex Tester instead
Test JavaScript regex live with match highlighting, flags, and preset patterns. No install needed.
Alternative to
base64 chrome extension
Base64 Encode/Decode
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→ Use Base64 Encoder / Decoder instead
Encode/decode Base64 with full UTF-8 support. Faster than an extension, works anywhere.
Alternative to
url encoder chrome extension
URL Encode / Decode
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→ Use URL Encoder / Decoder instead
encodeURI and encodeURIComponent with live conversion. No install, no permissions.
Alternative to
countdown timer chrome extension
Countdown Timer, Tab Timer
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→ Use Countdown Timer instead
Count down to any date or time. URL-shareable, localStorage-persistent. No browser extension needed.
Alternative to
word counter chrome extension
Word Count Tool
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→ Use Word Counter instead
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, reading time. Works on any text, any device.
Why browser tools beat Chrome extensions
- Zero install — open a URL, use the tool, close the tab
- Zero permissions — extensions often request broad access to all your data
- Works everywhere — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, mobile
- Safer — extensions can be sold, updated with malware, or abandoned
- Lightweight — no background process eating RAM