Edge add-on statistics (Dec 2024)
Last updated: 2024-12-23
About Edge Add-on Store
The Edge Add-ons Store is a digital marketplace developed by Microsoft, offering a variety of tools and visual enhancements designed to elevate the browsing experience in the Microsoft Edge web browser. Launched to complement the versatile functionalities of Edge, the store provides an extensive collection of add-ons, including extensions and themes, which users can easily install and manage to customize their browser according to their individual preferences.
Edge extensions are compact software programs that greatly enhance the capabilities of the Edge browser. These extensions span multiple categories, offering features that assist with productivity, such as password managers and screen capture tools, as well as entertainment-related extensions like music players and video enhancers. By integrating additional functionalities directly into the Edge browser, extensions transform it into a powerful and adaptable tool tailored to accommodate a wide array of user needs.
Additionally, Edge themes enable users to personalize the look and feel of their browser. These themes can modify visual elements including color schemes, background images, and toolbar designs, ensuring that the browser's interface resonates with the user’s personal style and preferences. Whether for practical enhancements or aesthetic updates, the combination of extensions and themes available in the Edge Add-ons Store contributes significantly to creating a browsing environment that is both efficient and visually pleasing.
Add-ons on Edge Add-on Store over time
The graph, updated as of 2024-12-23, shows the number of available Add-ons on Edge Add-on Store over time.
Themes on Edge Add-on Store over time
The graph, updated as of 2024-12-23, shows the number of available Themes on Edge Add-on Store over time.
Active user distribution of Edge add-ons
The following graph shows the distribution of active users for all Edge add-ons:
Development of active users since Edge add-on launch date
To see how active users grow after Edge add-on launch, we performed an analysis of all add-ons on Edge Add-on Store. For all add-ons launched in a certain month, we determined which percentage of them had more than 1,000 and 10,000 active users. This analysis is updated daily. The following graph shows how the percentage of add-ons that reaches each of those download milestones develops over time after launching the add-on:
Active users per add-on since launch date
Rating distribution for Edge add-ons
Edge add-on ratings are a key metric that reflects user satisfaction and the overall quality of an Edge add-on. These ratings range from one to five, where five stars indicate exceptional performance and user satisfaction, while one star points to significant issues or shortcomings. Users must have installed an Edge add-on to rate it and leave reviews, sharing their experiences and providing feedback that can help other potential users decide whether to install the extension. These ratings also serve as valuable input for developers, guiding them to make improvements and address any issues.
Average rating distributions
Rating count distributions
Update frequency for Edge add-ons
The "Last Updated" time for Edge add-ons is a crucial piece of information displayed on each add-on's Edge Add-on Store page. This timestamp indicates the most recent date the add-on was updated by its developers, providing users with an idea of how actively the add-on is being maintained and improved. Regular updates often signify that developers are actively squashing bugs, enhancing security, and adding new features, which can significantly improve the user experience. Conversely, extensions that have not seen updates in a long time might be outdated, potentially less secure, or incompatible with the latest versions of Edge.