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Clear Downloads Chrome Extension Analysis

Automation & Workflow Efficiency

Chrome extension ID: bknoejjhcfmakcibhifepfkegpjdnadk

Clear Downloads is a browser extension that automatically clears the Chrome download shelf shortly after a file download finishes. It addresses user preference for a cleaner browsing interface by forcing the persistent download UI element to disappear.

Developer:Sindre Sorhus
Version:1.3.0
Size:9.0KiB
Last updated:
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External:Chrome Web StoreOfficial website

Overview

Installs

4K+

Rating

★ 4.4

47 reviews

Languages

1 locales

Includes English

Market analysis

Review-backed positioning, friction, and market signals for this Chrome extension.

Backed by review samples

Macro category

Automation & Workflow Efficiency

Pricing friction

Low review signal

Complaint intensity

Moderate review signal

Listing & review signals
Observed signals from store listing text and review samples.

Listing positioning

The product is positioned as a minimalist utility designed to automatically hide the Chrome downloads bar. It aims to improve user experience by removing the persistent download shelf 10 seconds after a download completes.

Inferred product pattern

Single-purpose open-source utility focused on modifying browser UI behavior.

Review-backed pain points

Users report that the extension has ceased functioning with recent browser updates and noted historical frustrations regarding the reset of default download save locations.

Observed feature gaps

Lack of user-defined timing for bar removal (e.g., instant vs. delayed) and conflict with Chrome's native save directory settings.

Tags
Browser ProductivityDownload ManagementUI CustomizationChrome Cleanup
Target users

- Power users

- Chrome browser minimalists

- Productivity-focused users

Primary use cases

- Automating the removal of the Chrome download bar

- Maintaining a clean browser UI

Positive themes

- Effective at removing the intrusive download bar

- Simple, focused functionality

- Long-term reliability (historically)

Negative themes

- Stopped working with recent Chrome updates

- Interferes with default save path settings

- Lacks customizable timing options

Observed friction

- Performance complaints detected

- None; the extension is free and does not involve monetization.

Evidence boundary: The data reflects a long-standing utility that users historically valued for its simplicity, but recent feedback indicates it is currently failing due to Chrome browser updates. Review sample size is relatively small compared to the total user base, and sentiment is heavily split between historical satisfaction and current functional failure.
Complaint summaries
Review-backed complaint signals grouped by operational area.

Support

No specific support complaints; frustration is directed at the extension's lack of function due to browser updates.

Reliability

Several recent reviews indicate the extension is broken on newer Chrome versions.

Privacy

None observed.

Access & pricing

- Free usage observed

- No account requirement observed

- Free plan or free usage claimed

Store listing facts

Listing assets

- Screenshots: 1

- Videos: 0

- Languages: 1

Trust signals

- Privacy policy

- Developer contact

- Official website

- Support link

Store metadata

- Version: 1.3.0

- Size: 9.0KiB

- Last updated:

Store description excerpt
Short excerpt from the public Chrome Web Store listing; full copy is available on the official store page.
See the website for more info.

Listing SEO keywords

Search intent keywords
Keyword signals for evaluating how users may discover, compare, or search for this extension category.

Core discovery

hide chrome download barclear downloads extensionchrome download shelf remover

Comparison

remove download bar alternative

Problem

chrome download bar keeps appearingremove download shelf

Alternative

clean chrome interface

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FAQ

What is Clear Downloads mainly used for?
Clear Downloads is a browser extension that automatically clears the Chrome download shelf shortly after a file download finishes. It addresses user preference for a cleaner browsing interface by forcing the persistent download UI element to disappear.
What market signals stand out?
Early or small audience with limited review base. Last known update: 02/02/2026.
What should builders compare before entering this space?
Compare install concentration, rating quality, update recency, screenshots, developer portfolio, listing claims, and review-backed friction signals.
Is this page review-backed?
Backed by review samples. This page combines store metadata with selected review signals, while raw store metrics remain visible for comparison.

Screenshots

Clear Downloads screenshot

Links

Website: github.com

Privacy policy: https://github.com/sindresorhus/privacy-policy/blob/master/chrome-extensions.md

Support links: https://github.com/sindresorhus/clear-downloads/issues

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