This browser extension simplifies access to the Swisscows.VPN server.

Latest Version

Version
1.3.6
Update
July 11, 2023
Size
1.26MiB
Developer
swisscows.ch
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
2.14286 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
Deutsch
English
Français
Nederlands
Español
Italiano
Latviešu
Magyar
русский
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Permissions
Proxy
Storage
WebRequest
WebRequestAuthProvider
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Swisscows.VPN Extension

Swisscows.VPN extension simplifies access to the Swisscows proxy server. A proxy server works like a firewall located between the end user and the website visited. The browse request from the user arrives at the proxy server, the proxy server sends the request from the user to the desired website, then receives the information and sends it to the user. This means that the user remains undetected for the website operator, i.e. anonymous.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "Swisscows.VPN", "version": "1.3.6", "description": "This browser extension simplifies access to the Swisscows.VPN server.", "icons": { "16": "favicon-16.png", "32": "favicon-32.png", "48": "favicon-48.png", "128": "favicon-128.png" }, "permissions": [ "proxy", "storage", "webRequest", "webRequestAuthProvider" ], "host_permissions": [ "" ], "action": { "default_icon": { "16": "favicon-16.png", "32": "favicon-32.png" }, "default_title": "Swisscows.VPN", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "options_page": "options.html", "background": { "service_worker": "js/background.js", "type": "module" }, "default_locale": "en", "manifest_version": 3}
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How to download and manually install Swisscows.VPN extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Swisscows.VPN extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

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

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

This is another method to install Swisscows.VPN 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 Swisscows.VPN extension file

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

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User reviews

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Eren (ID: 0000004e7e2a39f0) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 03/23/2021 It's not working Don't download

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Ramtin Ata (ID: 00000088693883a4) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 09/21/2020 its not free and they stole your mail address for future spam. shame on you