ExtHunter

Changelog

What is new on ExtHunter.

  1. v1.12

    More dependable extension storage

    • •ExtHunter now stores extension data in a database so larger catalog updates stay fast and reliable.
    • •The extension list keeps the same browsing, search, ranking, and detail pages while using stronger storage behind the scenes.
  2. v1.11

    More reliable catalog updates

    • •ExtHunter now updates its extension catalog in smaller, steadier batches.
    • •Large catalog growth is capped so pages stay available while new extension data continues to refresh.
  3. v1.10

    Privacy friendly analytics

    • •ExtHunter now uses a lightweight, cookie free analytics tool to understand which pages and extensions are most useful to visitors.
    • •No personal data is collected and nothing is stored in your browser for tracking purposes.
  4. v1.9

    User reviews

    • •Extension pages now show user reviews with the rating, author, date, and comment.
    • •Reviews are paginated, and the most popular extensions get reviews first.
  5. v1.8

    Better on mobile

    • •Added a menu button so every page is reachable on small screens.
    • •Fixed layout and spacing on phones across the homepage, lists, search, and detail pages.
    • •Filters now fit neatly on narrow screens and the compare view scrolls smoothly.
  6. v1.7

    Search from the homepage

    • •Added a search box on the homepage to find extensions by name or keyword.
    • •Added a search results page with relevance ranking and pagination.
  7. v1.6

    New Tools section

    • •Added a Tools section, linked from the footer.
    • •First tool: a CRX Downloader. Paste a Chrome Web Store link and download the extension package.
  8. v1.5

    Download an extension's files

    • •Added a download button on extension pages to get the extension package.
    • •The download is a zip archive, so you can open it and read the code.
  9. v1.4

    Richer extension details

    • •Extension pages now show the developer, version, last updated date, size, and supported languages.
    • •Click a developer name to see all of their extensions on one page.
    • •Existing listings fill in the new details automatically over time.
  10. v1.3

    Rankings, favorites, and compare

    • •Added a Top page that ranks extensions by install count.
    • •Added a Latest page showing the most recently discovered extensions.
    • •Save extensions to Favorites and find them again on the Favorites page.
    • •Pick a few extensions and compare them side by side.
    • •Added a minimum rating filter to the extensions page.
  11. v1.2

    Browse far more extensions

    • •ExtHunter now keeps discovering new extensions from the Chrome Web Store, so the catalog grows over time.
    • •Added pagination, sorting by rating, users, or name, and faster category filters.
    • •Each listing shows its store category, rating, and install count.
  12. v1.1

    Live ratings and icons

    • •Extension listings now show up to date ratings, user counts, and icons.
    • •Details refresh on their own, so what you see stays current.
    • •Added clearer star ratings and install numbers on every card.
  13. v1.0

    ExtHunter is live

    • •Launched ExtHunter, a place to discover great browser extensions.
    • •Added a starter collection of hand picked extensions across six categories.
    • •Added search and filters by category, browser, and price.
    • •Added detail pages with highlights and links to the official store and website.
    • •Added an English interface with a one click switch to Chinese.