JavaScript Switcher

A lightweight addon that adds a Toggle button in URL bar, for toggling JavaScript (on or off) individually per domain, and stores that for future visit. Works also with Firefox 57+.

JavaScript Switcher: Toggle JS On and Off for Domains

'JavaScript Switcher' is a lightweight Firefox extension. With a simple button in the URL bar, it enables users to control JavaScript settings individually for each domain. Your preferences are saved for future visits. Originally known as Quick JS Switcher, this add-on has adapted JavaScript Control and changed the default policy to enable JavaScript by default, based on user feedback.
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Add-on stats

Users: 6,044
-188
Rating: 4.29
(51)
Version: 1.4.0 (Last updated: 2019-06-09)
Version code: undefined
Creation date: 2017-10-02
Weekly download count: 100
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 51.70K

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# 971 ▼ 4
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Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary

Analyze keywords

Earlier Known as Quick JS Switcher. Adds A Switch button in URL bar, for switching JavaScript individually per domain and stores that for future.

By default JavaScript is enabled on pages due to so many people wanting that.

I have forked code of extension JavaScript Control and made changes to default policy, to enable JavaScript by default, due to popular requests.

  • Due to current limitations on Firefox on Android (no support for pageAction.setIcon yet), the URL Bar icon doesn't change or show up as expected. JavaScript is however blocked as expected by default, and enabled with a click *

User reviews

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Pros
  • Quick and easy to disable/enable JavaScript.
  • Convenient add-on that allows setting default status of JavaScript.
  • Works well and improves workflow by avoiding navigation to settings.
Cons
  • Default behavior of JavaScript is disabled, which is disappointing for some users.
  • Add-on does not appear in the toolbar or right-click menu, making it difficult to access.
  • Color not changing in the address bar when toggling JavaScript can lead to confusion.
Most mentioned
  • Easy to use for toggling JavaScript.
  • Issues with default policy settings.
  • Accessibility problems with the user interface.
User reviews
by Firefox user 15040304, 2024-11-10
by Firefox user 12062249, 2024-07-30
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

JavaScript Switcher has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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