simple-modify-headers

simple-modify-headers

The extension rewrite the header (request or response) based on a rules table. It 's possible to add, modify or remove header fields for a choosen url pattern. It's possible to import/export the configuration

What is simple-modify-headers?
"Simple Modify Headers" is a Firefox extension designed to rewrite HTTP(S) request or response headers via specified rules. Users can add, modify, or delete header fields for selected URL patterns. It supports configuration export/import, with compatibility for Modifyheaders plugin format.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 3,998 ▲ 46
Rating: 4.68 (25)
Version: 1.8.1 (Last updated: 2022-03-15)
Creation date: 2018-01-09
Weekly download count: 86
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
  • tabs
Size: 148.78K
URLs: Website
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Summary

The extension rewrite the headers based on a rules table.

It's possible to:

  • add , modify or delete header field for HTTP(S) request or response
  • export the configuration in a file (json format)
  • import the configuration from a file , it support the format of the Modifyheaders plugin
  • choose urls on which the modifications applies
More information on https://github.com/didierfred/SimpleModifyHeaders/tree/v1.8.1 .

The code is opensource under Mozilla Public License 2.0

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Good, simple, and works
  • Modern UI and easy to understand
  • Open source and free
Cons
  • Does not work for response headers
  • Some features not working as expected
  • Misses the ability to set multiple URL patterns
Most mentioned
  • UI is modern and easy to understand
  • Does not work for response headers
  • Some features not working as expected
Recent reviews
by geeknik, 2024-03-23

by geeknik, 2024-03-23

by PhoenixTetra, 2023-10-26
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Safety
Risk impact

simple-modify-headers is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install simple-modify-headers if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

simple-modify-headers has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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