User-Agent Switcher and Manager
Spoof websites trying to gather information about your web navigation—like your browser type and operating system—to deliver distinct content you may not want.
What is User-Agent Switcher and Manager?
'User-Agent Switcher and Manager' is a Firefox extension that facilitates privacy and customization of user experience. It allows you to alter your browser's 'user-agent' string, making it difficult for websites to gather specifics about your browsing setup. This tool is particularly handy for controlling the content that websites deliver to you, based on your apparent operating system or device type. From accelerating loading speeds by indicating a mobile device, to improving privacy by randomizing your user-agent string, this add-on is a powerful tool for modern internet users.
Add-on stats
By: Ray
Creation date: 2017-09-13
Weekly download count: 6,187
Firefox on Android: No
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- storage
- <all_urls>
- webNavigation
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- contextMenus
Size: 771.24K
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 223 ▼ 1
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Add-on summary
Usage example: You can alter your user-agent string to indicate you’re on a mobile device if you prefer seeing mobile versions of sites so they load quicker.
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This extension allows you to spoof your browser "user-agent" string to a custom designation, making it impossible for websites to know specific details about your browsing arrangement.
Overviews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aVFxvF3N_E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4M6_Zc4o1MQ
Notes:
- You can easily set custom "user-agent" strings from the toolbar popup
- The extension uses a two-factor technique to mimic your default "user-agent" string, which is the most reliable method
- The extension does not use any resources when it is not spoofing the user-agent
- The extension enables user-agent spoofing on specific domains only; it is conversely possible to exclude certain domains from spoofing. Check the Options page for more info.
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Can help fix playback issues on platforms like YouTube.
- Works regularly with specific versions of Firefox.
Cons
- Doesn't work for many users, especially after updates.
- Complicated menu and unclear interface make it difficult to use.
- Changing user agent can lead to being blocked by websites.
Most mentioned
- Interface and usability issues.
- Problems with user-agent switching functionality.
- Lack of updates and support.
Recent reviews
by Firefox user 18684014, 2024-11-14
by Firefox user 18683124, 2024-11-13
Works like a charm. My very high end PC (to watch videos on Youtube anyway) was suffering on YouTube and my suffering only gotten worse over time because Google was trying Firefox users to switch to their browser. Noticeable difference right after installing the extension. Recommended to all.
by paranoid_android, 2024-11-11
Add-on safety
Risk impact
User-Agent Switcher and Manager requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
User-Agent Switcher and Manager has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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