Header Hacker
Modifies HTTP headers on the fly.
- By:
- Glenn Wilson
- Users:
- 5,000+
- Rating:
- 4.21 (121)
- Version:
- 0.7 (Last updated: 2013-05-29)
- Creation date:
- 2013-05-28
- Permissions:
- tabs
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
- Size:
- 162.82K
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Chrome Web Store
- Updated:
- 15 hours ago
Ranking
User reviews
Header Hacker is praised for its simple, intuitive interface and usefulness in testing and modifying HTTP headers, particularly for development scenarios such as testing Apache virtual hosts. However, multiple users report significant reliability issues including crashing Chrome, failures on certain Chrome versions, and problems with sites like Google Search and YouTube. The configuration interface is also viewed as cumbersome. These factors limit its usability and make it difficult to recommend as a permanent tool despite its good functionality when it works.
Pros
- Simple and intuitive interface that allows toggling headers with a single click.
- Effective for testing and modifying headers, useful for web development tasks such as testing Apache virtual hosts.
- Helpful for accessing blocked resources by tweaking headers without other utilities.
- Positive user feedback praising its usefulness and functionality.
- Lightweight and straightforward extension for header modification.
Cons
- Does not work reliably on various Chrome versions (e.g., Chrome 40, 49) as reported by multiple users.
- Causes Google search pages to crash or cause Chrome to display 'Aw, Snap' errors leading to instability.
- Configuration can be cumbersome, especially when modifying existing headers.
- Some users report it fails to function on certain sites like YouTube or generally does not work in Chrome.
- Crashes and instability issues limit continuous or permanent use of the extension.
Recent reviews
не работает для youtube
by 
Андрей Смуткин, 2025-02-27
Андрей Смуткин, 2025-02-27Just works.
Toggles any header with single click in the popup, very intuitive.
Also has a nice notification dot to let you know whether it's enabled.
by 
Arnie97, 2022-10-15
Arnie97, 2022-10-15не работает Хром
by 
Виталий Рожков, 2022-09-29
Виталий Рожков, 2022-09-29Extension safety
Risk impact
Header Hacker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Header Hacker has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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