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Set password for your browser ( chrome lock ) Chrome Extension Analysis

Privacy, Security & Ad Blockers

Chrome extension ID: cjmjgijhapgicbhmniemjkjeaedanank

This extension adds a password gate to the Chrome browser startup process. Users set a password after installation, which the extension then prompts for whenever the browser is launched.

Developer:eswar yaga
Version:9.1
Size:25.43KiB
Last updated:
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External:Chrome Web Store

Overview

Installs

300K+

Rating

★ 2.9

1,076 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

Privacy, Security & Ad Blockers

Pricing friction

Low review signal

Complaint intensity

High review signal

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

Listing positioning

The product positions itself as an ultra-lightweight solution to secure a Chrome browser by requiring a password upon startup. It emphasizes a simple, set-and-forget user experience to prevent unauthorized access to browser data.

Inferred product pattern

Single-purpose security utility with significant logical vulnerabilities.

Review-backed pain points

Users report that the lock is easily bypassed (e.g., hitting enter, opening new tabs), fails to trigger reliably upon startup, and does not effectively hide sensitive data from the browser interface.

Observed feature gaps

The extension lacks robust authentication enforcement and fails to block access to bookmarks, search suggestions, or browser extensions, making it an ineffective security tool.

Tags
Browser LockPassword ProtectionSecurity ToolAccess Control
Target users

- Privacy-conscious users

- Shared-computer users

Primary use cases

- Preventing unauthorized access to browser history and tabs

- Adding a layer of security to Chrome startup

Positive themes

- Initial functionality perceived as working

- Lightweight design

Negative themes

- Bypassable security controls

- Inconsistent password prompts

- Data exposure via browser search/history

Observed friction

- Performance complaints detected

- Privacy complaints detected

- None; the extension is free, but users report it is ineffective as a security tool.

Evidence boundary: Extensive user feedback indicates the extension fails its primary security objective, with multiple reports of bypass methods and lack of reliable protection. Review data is heavily skewed toward technical failures and security bypass reports, confirming significant product instability.
Complaint summaries
Review-backed complaint signals grouped by operational area.

Support

No specific support channel complaints, though developers are criticized for the lack of reliability.

Reliability

Severe complaints regarding the core function failing; the password prompt is frequently bypassed or fails to load.

Privacy

Serious concerns that the extension does not actually secure data, with reports that bookmarks and search history remain exposed.

Access & pricing

- Free usage observed

- No account requirement observed

- Free plan or free usage claimed

Store listing facts

Listing assets

- Screenshots: 3

- Videos: 0

- Languages: 1

Trust signals

- Developer contact

Store metadata

- Version: 9.1

- Size: 25.43KiB

- Last updated:

Store description excerpt
Short excerpt from the public Chrome Web Store listing; full copy is available on the official store page.
This ultra light weight extension will prompt for password on chrome startup which users have to set after installing the extension... Hope this helps all chrome users.. No need to lock each time before exiting. Please don't forgot to enable extension in incognito mode.(refer screenshots). Also I am not collecting any user data in any form.. any queries contact me @ [email protected] Also available on Opera. Faster startup now. https://addons.opera.com/en/extensions/details/set-password-for-your-browser-opera-lock/?display=en my social : https://www.buymeacoffee.com/eswaryaga

Listing SEO keywords

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

Core discovery

Chrome password locklock chrome browserbrowser security extension

Comparison

chrome lock alternativebest browser password protector

Problem

chrome lock bypassdoes not lock chromeunauthorized access

Alternative

chrome app lockerbrowser password security

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FAQ

What is Set password for your browser ( chrome lock ) mainly used for?
This extension adds a password gate to the Chrome browser startup process. Users set a password after installation, which the extension then prompts for whenever the browser is launched.
What market signals stand out?
Established adoption with substantial review base. Last known update: 01/24/2025.
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

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