Neat URL

Remove garbage from URLs.

Neat URL is a Firefox add-on designed for cleaning up web addresses by removing unwanted parameters such as Google Analytics’ UTM parameters. With Neat URL, you can effortlessly transform messy URLs into clean, concise links by adding custom rules tailored to your needs.

This add-on supports both global parameter rules (e.g., utm_source) and specific domain rules (e.g., ved@domain.com). Users can easily configure which parameters to remove, ensuring a smoother browsing experience. Significant improvements over the original Lean URL include the ability to set your own URL parameters, fixed issues for recent Firefox versions, and the option to customize animations in the toolbar. For any bug reports or feature requests, users can head to their GitHub page for assistance.

Manifest V2
Daily users: 3,095
-34
Version: 5.0.0 (Last updated: 2020-04-26)
Version code: 5013192
Creation date: 2017-08-14
Weekly download count: 18
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
  • notifications
  • contextMenus
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
Size: 63.93K
Full description: See detailed description
Updated: a day ago

Other platforms

Neat URL (v5.0.0)
6,000 4.14 (44)

User reviews

Pros
  • Maintains user privacy while browsing
  • Does not interfere with browsing experience as much as other similar add-ons
  • Works effectively without breaking sites
  • Lighter alternative compared to similar tools like ClearURLs
  • Provides a custom rules option for advanced users
Cons
  • Lacks a user-friendly interface for editing default rules
  • No regex support for custom rules
  • Does not work on certain sites like AMO
  • Could improve on troubleshooting features to see what has been blocked
  • Some users wish for bulk rule addition options
Most mentioned
  • Smooth functionality compared to ClearURLs
  • Custom rules can be added
  • Maintains privacy
  • Conflicts with some websites occasionally
  • Lacks interface features for rule management
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews


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Add-on safety

Risk impact
High risk impact

Neat URL requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

Neat URL has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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