Stay logged in to AWS console and get STS credentials for CLI access.

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1.2.1
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January 22, 2023
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124KiB
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Manifest Version
3
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AWS AlwaysON Extension

This extension enhances the daily work with AWS when using Google Workspace (formerly GSuite) as it's Identity Provider.

Assuming you already have everything configured on both sides, this extension will help you with the following:

- Keep your AWS Web Console session refreshed. You will not have to press the AWS link in the Google apps section every hour.
- Get temporary STS credentials for CLI access (Replacing tools like aws-google-auth)

After installing this extension you need to configure multiple options to get the extension to work properly. Each property has an info tooltip which will explain everything in more detail.

This project is completely open source, so you can check it for any security concerns you might have.

v1.2.1
- Updater client now supports both Windows and Linux. Check the GIthub page for more info.
- You can now select the name of the SAML Provider you set in AWS. It was statically set to 'gsuite' till now.
- Default values for options are now set each time you start the extension and not only on the first run.

Full changelog available in GitHub.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "AWS AlwaysON", "description": "Stay logged in to AWS console and get STS credentials for CLI access.", "version": "1.2.1", "action": { "default_popup": "menu.html" }, "icons": { "16": "img/icon16.png", "48": "img/icon48.png", "128": "img/icon128.png" }, "permissions": [ "storage", "alarms" ], "host_permissions":[ "https://accounts.google.com/*", "https://signin.aws.amazon.com/*", "https://console.aws.amazon.com/*", "https://sts.amazonaws.com/*", "http://localhost/*" ], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js", "type":"module" }, "options_ui": { "page": "options.html", "open_in_tab": false } }
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How to download and manually install AWS AlwaysON extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install AWS AlwaysON 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 AWS AlwaysON extension file

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

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User reviews

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Rom Cyncynatus (ID: 000000e5b80d1a5a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/27/2022 Very good! Neat and convenient tool!

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Sagi Shimoni (ID: 00000054ca49f136) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/11/2022 very good addon!!! makes life much easier. The best support ever!!