Generate secure, unique, and domain-specific passwords to increase your overall online security, based on SuperGenPass.

Latest Version

Version
1.0.1.4
Update
May 21, 2013
Size
75.36KiB
Developer
andryou.com
Category
Users
156
Rating
3.8 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Tabs
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Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) Extension

Use a different password for different sites, the smart way. All you need to remember is one password.

You do not need to enter this password every time you want to log in. All you need to do is click on the key icon in your toolbar and copy the password.

Any data you enter are encrypted using the AES-256 standard (which is approved and used by the US Government for \"TOP SECRET\" grade material).

This is more secure than using the SuperGenPass bookmarklet (as with Cygen, sites are unable to retrieve your master password, and your password is not stored in plaintext). All data are encrypted on-the-fly and are not transmitted outside of your computer (feel free to do a code audit: https://github.com/andryou/cygen)

I highly recommend using this along with LastPass: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/lastpass/hdokiejnpimakedhajhdlcegeplioahd?hl=en

Credits to SuperGenPass for the idea and password generation code.

Changelog:

v1.0.1.4 - fixed repeating notification
v1.0.1.1/1.0.1.2/1.0.1.3 - fixed notifications for fresh installations
v1.0.1.0 - updated required permissions (only requires \"Tabs\" permission now)
v1.0.0.9 - updated extension name, made Options page more intuitive
v1.0.0.8 - fixed + tweaked Security Reset Interval capabilities, tweaked random salt (you'll need to re-enter your master password/stealth phrase again, sorry!)
v1.0.0.7 - added Options link to popup widget, made the random salt... more random :) You'll need to re-configure Cygen to match your previous settings.
v1.0.0.6 - set default Master Password Reset Interval to every 24 hours
v1.0.0.5 - updated Options page layout
v1.0.0.4 - added option to reset Master Password at a specific interval (e.g. every 24 hours)
v1.0.0.3 - minor code cleanup
v1.0.0.2 - added a check to block any Chrome extensions from accessing your encrypted data; random salt added to to AES-256 encryption phrase to make your Cygen instance truly unique.
v1.0.0.1 - \"Password Length\" setting now encrypted in AES-256.
v1.0.0.0 - Initial release.
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Source Manifest.json

{ "background": {"page": "html/background.html"}, "browser_action": { "default_icon": "img/icon19.png", "default_popup": "html/popup.html", "default_title": "Cygen" }, "description": "Generate secure, unique, and domain-specific passwords to increase your overall online security, based on SuperGenPass.", "icons": { "128": "img/icon128.png", "16": "img/icon16.png", "24": "img/icon24.png", "32": "img/icon32.png", "48": "img/icon48.png" }, "minimum_chrome_version": "6", "name": "Cygen (based on SuperGenPass)", "options_page": "html/options.html", "permissions": [ "tabs" ], "update_url": "http://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "version": "1.0.1.4", "manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension file

Select and download the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Cygen (based on SuperGenPass) extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Robin Cooper (ID: 000000082e249637) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 03/01/2022 I love this extension and have used it for a couple of years now. The only thing it lacks in my opinion is the option to create saved profiles, and the option for the salt to persist across resets. Having to enter it every time the stored data resets makes it a lot less useful in my opinion.

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Micromaster Fowler (ID: 000000766105f108) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/24/2014 ill give it a try. looks real good so far

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Brice Arnould (ID: 000000a41fcd924e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/24/2013 A very good implementation of the SuperGenPass aglorithm, with a great UI and secure! As for the other comment, it uses a "master" Password to generate passwords for each site, it does not release your user-chosen password.

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Dan Aiello (ID: 0000006f027d618d) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 07/18/2013 The mantra behind the original SuperGenPass is that you never have to store the password. Since this stores your password (even if only for a day), it's not as safe as the original bookmarklet.