Best Browser Extensions You Should Install Right Now

A handful of well-chosen browser extensions can dramatically improve your browsing experience. These are the ones our team uses daily.

Browser extensions can transform your web experience — or slow your browser to a crawl. We focus on extensions that are lightweight, privacy-respecting, and genuinely useful.

Privacy & Security

uBlock Origin

The only ad blocker you need. Open-source, extremely efficient, blocks ads + trackers + malware domains. Uses far less memory than AdBlock Plus.

Bitwarden

Free password manager with browser autofill. Generates strong passwords, syncs across all devices. Lightweight and fast.

Productivity

Vimium

Navigate the web with keyboard shortcuts. Press "f" for link hints, "j/k" to scroll. Once learned, you never go back to clicking.

Raindrop.io

Modern bookmarking with collections, tags, and full-text search of saved pages. Generous free tier.

Reading

Reader Mode

Strips ads, sidebars, and clutter from articles. Customizable fonts, margins, and dark mode. Essential for long-form reading.

What to Avoid

Skip extensions with broad permissions they don't need. Avoid coupon extensions like Honey — they inject tracking and the savings rarely justify the privacy cost. Keep your total count under 10.

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