Join WorldGuessr, challenge your friends, and enjoy the fun of guessing games!

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1.0.0
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December 17, 2024
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481KiB
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worldguessr.club
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3
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WorldGuessr Extension

# WorldGuessr Chrome Extension Installation Guide

## Why Install WorldGuessr?

WorldGuessr transforms your browsing experience into an engaging geography adventure. This free Chrome extension brings the excitement of global exploration right to your browser, letting you discover and learn about locations worldwide during your regular browsing sessions.

## Installation Benefits

- Instant access to geographical challenges without visiting external websites
- Seamless integration with your Chrome browser for quick gaming sessions
- Zero impact on browser performance
- Regular updates with new locations and features
- Enhanced learning opportunities during browsing breaks

## Installation Instructions

1. **Access the Chrome Web Store**
- Open Google Chrome
- Navigate to the Chrome Web Store
- Search for \"WorldGuessr\" in the search bar

2. **Verify and Install**
- Look for the official WorldGuessr extension
- Check the developer name and reviews
- Click the \"Add to Chrome\" button
- Confirm the installation when prompted

3. **Post-Installation Setup**
- Click the WorldGuessr icon in your browser toolbar
- Grant necessary permissions if requested
- Start playing immediately with the free version

## Security and Privacy

The extension requires minimal permissions to function:
- Access to Google Maps services
- Basic location services (optional)
- No personal data collection
- No intrusive advertisements

## Using the Extension

After installation, you can:
- Click the extension icon to start a new game
- Challenge yourself with daily locations
- Track your progress and scores
- Compete with other players globally
- Access educational geography content

## Support and Updates

- Regular updates ensure optimal performance
- Built-in help section for quick assistance
- Active community forum for tips and discussions
- Direct developer support for technical issues

Install WorldGuessr today to transform idle browsing time into engaging geographical exploration and learning opportunities. Perfect for students, travelers, and anyone interested in discovering the world from their browser.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install WorldGuessr extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download WorldGuessr extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install WorldGuessr 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 WorldGuessr extension file

Select and download the WorldGuessr 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 WorldGuessr 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 WorldGuessr 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 WorldGuessr 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 WorldGuessr extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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