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Get cookies.txt LOCALLY Chrome Extension Analysis

Web Scraping & Data Extraction

Chrome extension ID: cclelndahbckbenkjhflpdbgdldlbecc

This is an open-source Chrome extension that exports cookies from the current tab in either Netscape or JSON format. It's designed to never send user information externally, with its source code available for inspection. The extension requires specific permissions like 'activeTab', 'cookies', and 'downloads' for its functionality.

Developer:kairi003
Version:0.7.2
Size:247KiB
Last updated:

Overview

Installs

700K+

Rating

4.8

100 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

Web Scraping & Data Extraction

Pricing friction

Low review signal

Complaint intensity

Moderate review signal

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

Listing positioning

This extension positions itself as a safe, open-source alternative for exporting cookies locally. It emphasizes never sending information externally and provides compatibility with various tools like wget and curl. The listing also proactively addresses past malware concerns associated with similar extensions.

Inferred product pattern

A utility extension that provides a direct, local export of browser cookies, emphasizing security and compatibility with external tools.

Review-backed pain points

Some users experienced the extension being 'dead on arrival', with no UI appearing and no functionality. There are also reports of login information disappearing from websites after installing the extension.

Observed feature gaps

No specific feature gaps were observed. The core functionality of exporting cookies is present and generally well-received, with some user-reported issues potentially related to specific browser versions or configurations.

Tags
Cookies ExtractorData ExportNetscape FormatOpen SourcePrivacy Focused
Target users

- Developers

- Web scrapers

- Users of command-line tools (wget, curl)

- Users needing to manage website authentication for downloads

Primary use cases

- Exporting cookies for use with download tools (yt-dlp, yt-dlg)

- Utilizing cookies with command-line tools (wget, curl)

- Web scraping requiring authentication

- Securely managing and exporting browser cookies

Positive themes

- Works perfectly for specific download tools like yt-dlp

- Instant export and correct file format

- No complicated setup or unusual permissions

- Solves authentication issues for website access

- Essential tool for automation and command-line tasks

Negative themes

- Extension does not appear to function for some users, with no UI appearing

- Some users report loss of website login information after installing the extension

Observed friction

- The extension is free to use and does not appear to have any paid tiers or features, thus no pricing friction is observed.

Evidence boundary: Store listing claims and user reviews were used to assess the product's positioning, features, and user experience. Positive reviews highlight functionality with download tools and command-line utilities, while negative reviews point to potential issues with non-functioning installations and login data loss. The review data, while helpful, is limited in volume and does not represent all users. Some negative feedback may be due to user error, specific browser configurations, or issues resolved in later versions not explicitly mentioned in the review.
Complaint summaries
Review-backed complaint signals grouped by operational area.

Support

No specific complaints regarding support were found in the reviews. Some negative reviews indicate a lack of functionality, which might imply a need for better troubleshooting or user guidance.

Reliability

Some users reported the extension not working at all ('dead on arrival'). Additionally, one user reported a potential side effect of losing website login information after installation.

Privacy

The extension explicitly states it never sends information externally and highlights its open-source nature for transparency, addressing potential privacy concerns proactively. No privacy complaints were found.

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

- Developer contact

- Support link

Store metadata

- Version: 0.7.2

- Size: 247KiB

- Last updated:

Store description excerpt
Short excerpt from the public Chrome Web Store listing; full copy is available on the official store page.
This extension exports cookies.txt in Netscape or JSON format. The Netscape cookies.txt format is compatible with wget, curl, MozillaCookieJar(Python3), and more. Rest assured that this extension never transmits your information externally. It features an open-source, unobfuscated source code that is readily available for inspection on GitHub or in the extension's installation directory. We are not related to the developer of the original “Get cookies.txt” which we have been told was malware in the past. This extension provides the equivalent features in a safe, open-source format. ## ⚠️ Caution If you are using `Google Chrome < 119`, it may not be able to read some cookies with partition keys, because of a bug in the cookies API and partition key. To function correctly, this extension requires certain permissions, all of which are listed in the source code for transparency. Specificall…

Listing SEO keywords

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

Core discovery

get cookies.txtexport cookieschrome cookiesnetscape formatjson cookies

Comparison

cookies.txt alternativeyt-dlp cookieswget cookiescurl cookies

Problem

download videoswebsite loginauthenticationweb scraping

Alternative

browser cookie exportercookie management tool

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FAQ

What is Get cookies.txt LOCALLY mainly used for?
This is an open-source Chrome extension that exports cookies from the current tab in either Netscape or JSON format. It's designed to never send user information externally, with its source code available for inspection. The extension requires specific permissions like 'activeTab', 'cookies', and 'downloads' for its functionality.
What market signals stand out?
Established adoption with moderate review base. Last known update: 10/21/2025.
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

Get cookies.txt LOCALLY screenshot

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