Get-cookies.txt-LOCALLY

Get Cookies.txt LOCALLY: A Comprehensive Overview

Introduction

Get Cookies.txt LOCALLY is an extension dedicated to helping users export their browser cookies in a safe and private manner. The cookies can be exported in either the Netscape cookies.txt or JSON format, which are compatible with tools like wget, curl, and MozillaCookieJar (Python3), among others. It stands out for never sending any user information outside, ensuring complete privacy and security.

The extension is open-source, meaning anyone can check its code on GitHub or directly from its installation directory. This transparency ensures users can trust the security features of the extension.

Permissions and Functionality

To work effectively, Get Cookies.txt LOCALLY requires several permissions:

• activeTab: This lets the extension access the URL of the current active tab.
• cookies: Essential for retrieving and exporting cookies, but it doesn't allow writing or sending.
• downloads: This is used solely for exporting cookies locally, not for downloading content from the internet.
• notifications: Enables the extension to notify users of updates.
• hosts permissions: Similarly used to obtain and export cookies without writing or sending them.

Starting from version 0.3.x, the extension now requires "Download management" to improve the method of exporting files, moving away from the older technique of "link generation and automatic clicking."

Installation

From WebStore

Users can easily install the extension from the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons page. Links and badges provided in the materials indicate version numbers and user statistics for both platforms.

• It is important to note that features may slightly differ between the Chrome and Firefox versions due to browser-specific constraints. Additionally, users might need to grant certain permissions from the extension manager for full functionality.

From Source Code

Google Chrome

1. Download and unzip the repository.
2. Open the Extensions page in Chrome (chrome://extensions/).
3. Enable "Developer mode."
4. Click "Load Unpacked" and select the Get-cookies.txt-LOCALLY/src directory.

Firefox

For Firefox, an additional step of merging manifest files is necessary due to its unique extension structure. Users can perform this by following these methods:

• Using the firefox branch: This already includes the required merged manifest on master.
• Using other branches: Merge manually or via scripts like npm run build:firefox, or tools like jq.

Storage Location of Installed Extension (Google Chrome)

For those interested in exploring the installed extension's directory, here’s where you can find it across different operating systems:

• Windows:

  %LOCALAPPDATA%\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\cclelndahbckbenkjhflpdbgdldlbecc
  

• Mac:

  ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome/Default/Extensions/cclelndahbckbenkjhflpdbgdldlbecc
  

• Linux:

  ~/.config/google-chrome/Default/Extensions/cclelndahbckbenkjhflpdbgdldlbecc
  

Conclusion

Get Cookies.txt LOCALLY serves as an efficient tool for exporting cookies while maintaining user privacy. With its open-source status and straightforward installation, it ensures trustworthy and user-friendly operation. Both tech enthusiasts and general users can benefit from this handy extension on their browsers.