Shortcut to open an incognito tab when you click the extension icon or right click on page

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1.0.1
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October 3, 2024
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139KiB
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incognitab.com
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3
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Open Tab in Incognito Extension

🕵️‍♂️ Take Control of Your Browsing Privacy with Ease
\"Incognitab\" extension allows you to open any webpage in incognito mode, keeping your activity private and deleting URLs from history with a single click. Whether you need to open a tab in incognito or open an incognito window, this extension makes it effortless to browse without leaving any traces such as cookies, cached files, or browsing history. Perfect for situations where privacy is essential or when you’re troubleshooting web issues caused by stored data or cookies.

🔑 Key Features:
🖱️ Right-Click to Open in Incognito: Quickly right-click anywhere on a webpage and select \"Open in Incognito Mode\" to open the current tab in an incognito window. This ensures no old data or cookies interfere with your browsing, and your history is automatically cleared.
🖲️ Toolbar Icon for Fast Access: Need to switch to incognito quickly? Click the toolbar icon, and instantly open the active tab in incognito mode without any extra steps. No need to navigate settings—just one click for incognito browsing.
💾 Delete URL from History: When you open a window in incognito using this extension, the regular browsing history is automatically cleared for that URL. Your online footprint is minimized, offering enhanced privacy.

🌟 Why Use This Extension:
- Privacy: Use this extension to open incognito tabs for private browsing when dealing with sensitive information or browsing personal accounts.
- Troubleshooting: IT experts recommend incognito mode to bypass web issues like outdated cookies or cached files. Use the extension to get a fresh, clean version of any website.
- No History Left Behind: This extension doesn’t just open tabs in incognito mode - it also ensures that the URL is immediately removed from your regular browsing history, ensuring that no trace is left behind.

🛠️ How to Use It:
1️⃣ Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
2️⃣ Right-click on any webpage and select \"Open in Incognito Mode\" to instantly open the page in a private window.
3️⃣ Alternatively, click the toolbar icon to open the active tab in incognito mode, ensuring no history or data is saved.
4️⃣ Delete URL from History: The extension automatically removes the URL from your regular browsing history when you open the page in incognito, making sure your private browsing remains truly private.

🤔 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I open a tab in incognito mode using this extension?
A: You can either right-click on any webpage and select \"Open in Incognito Mode\" or click the extension's toolbar icon to instantly open the active tab in an incognito window.

Q: Does this extension delete URLs from my browsing history?
A: Yes, when you open a window in incognito mode using this extension, the URL is automatically deleted from your regular browsing history, ensuring maximum privacy.

Q: Why should I use this extension instead of the standard incognito mode?
A: This extension simplifies the process by allowing you to quickly open incognito tabs directly from the page you’re on, without navigating through menus. It also has the added benefit of deleting URLs from your history automatically.

Q: Can I use this extension to open internal browser pages like settings in incognito?
A: No, internal pages like chrome:// or about:// cannot be opened in incognito mode for security reasons. When an internal page is detected, the extension will redirect to google.com in incognito.

Q: Is there a keyboard shortcut for opening a tab in incognito mode?
A: Currently, this extension supports right-click and toolbar icon clicks for quickly opening incognito windows. Keyboard shortcuts are not yet implemented.

Q: Can I customize the behavior of the extension?
A: At present, the extension automatically deletes URLs from history and opens incognito windows as described. Additional customization options are planned for future updates.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "__MSG_app_name__", "description": "__MSG_app_description__", "default_locale": "en", "version": "1.0.1", "action": { "default_title": "Open Tab in Incognito", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }, "permissions": [ "activeTab", "tabs", "contextMenus", "history" ], "incognito": "spanning", "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "/pages/pagestyles.css", "/pages/welcome.html", "/pages/update.html", "/pages/uninstall.html", "/pages/tooltip.js" ], "matches": [ "" ] } ]}
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