Prevent WebRTC leaks using the official API.

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1.0.14
Update
June 13, 2021
Size
16.78KiB
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90,000+
Rating
3.99363 ★
Manifest Version
2
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WebRTC Leak Prevent Extension

Prevent WebRTC leaks in Chrome by controlling hidden WebRTC privacy settings.

This will protect against WebRTC leaks.

Test for leaks here - https://diafygi.github.io/webrtc-ips/

Compatible only with Chrome version 42+, and Chromium browsers based on 42+. Newer options require at least Chrome version 48.

ISSUES/CLARIFICATION

WebRTC-based services may be affected by this extension.

Please open the options page and read the instructions before leaving a review.

GitHub source - https://github.com/aghorler/WebRTC-Leak-Prevent

CHANGELOG
1.0.13/14 - Save options automatically.
1.0.12 - Bind open options functionality to toolbar icon.
1.0.11 - Options now open automatically on first install, new description.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "WebRTC Leak Prevent", "version": "1.0.14", "description": "Prevent WebRTC leaks using the official API.", "icons": { "128": "/img/icon128.png" }, "browser_action": { "name": "Open options." }, "options_ui": { "page": "/html/options.html", "chrome_style": true, "open_in_tab": false }, "minimum_chrome_version": "42", "permissions": ["privacy", "storage"], "background": { "scripts": ["/js/background.js"], "persistent": false }}
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How to download and manually install WebRTC Leak Prevent extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install WebRTC Leak Prevent extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download WebRTC Leak Prevent extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the WebRTC Leak Prevent extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the WebRTC Leak Prevent extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent extension file

Select and download the WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent 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 WebRTC Leak Prevent extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Jobo Technopeasant (ID: 000000525b74d7c8) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 04/12/2023 Is this supposed work without a VPN? IP still visible and both WEBRTC tests are still TRUE according to https://browserleaks.com/webrtc after restarting CHROME 112 on WIN10 Tried both public and private interface options. In-extension link to github is broken.

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Tradster (ID: 0000008bdd65da43) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/16/2023 Great.

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Arul R (ID: 000000d1e55ab43b) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/19/2023 IP Address is not leaked while using this. This actually works for me, unlike "WebRTC Network Limiter". I'd suggest testing whether it works for you or not, using https://browserleaks.com/webrtc.

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Anon Existence (ID: 0000008adeb9ae64) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/01/2022 It seems to be a trustworthy app that functions in the way it should.

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赵念 (ID: 000000bb5af7e2c1) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 10/02/2022 开了 “disable non-proxied UDP(force proxy)”模式,在IP138显示的仍然是真实IP。