Force Google Locale

Firefox extension that forces the locale of Google sites through the URL.

Force Google Locale Add-On

Force Google Locale is a Firefox add-on that allows you to set the locale for Google sites by adding the '&hl=en' parameter to the URL.

Add-on stats

Users: 29
-1
Rating: 4.33
(3)
Version: 1.1.0 (Last updated: 2024-01-22)
Creation date: 2017-11-06
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 9.93K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Firefox extension that forces the locale of Google sites through the URL.

How it works:

When a URL is loaded, and detected to be a Google URL, the extension adds the "&hl=en" to the URL, forcing that locale.

User reviews

This is a fantastic add-on. A must have, especially if you do not speak the local language of the place you live. Works for google search, google maps and other google services.
by Luffy Mugiwara, 2024-01-22
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Force Google Locale requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Force Google Locale has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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