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Chrome Reading List Export/Import

by Marc N. · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

A Chrome extension to export and import your reading list.

Users
356
+52 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
5
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#50K
#42K among extensions
Version
1.1.0
updated 19 Dec 2025

Users

monthly, 10 months
0178356Dec 2025Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 356 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 10 months
025Dec 2025Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 5 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Chrome Reading List Export/Import

Easily back up and restore your Chrome Reading List with a single click. "Chrome Reading List Export/Import" is a simple and powerful extension that allows you to export your entire reading list to a JSON file and import it back whenever you need it. Key Features * Export Your Reading List: Save all your reading list items, including their titles, URLs, and read status, into a universally compatible JSON file. This is perfect for creating backups or migrating your list to another device. * Import Your Reading List: Restore your reading list from a previously exported JSON file. The extension intelligently adds the items back to your reading list, preserving all the original information. * Simple and Intuitive Interface: With a clean and straightforward user interface, exporting and importing your reading list is a breeze. No complicated settings or configurations needed. * Privacy-Focused: Your privacy is our top priority. "Chrome Reading List Export/Import" processes all your data locally on your computer. Your reading list is never sent to any external servers. How to Use 1. Exporting: * Click on the extension icon in your Chrome toolbar. * Click the "Export Reading List" button. * A file named `reading-list.json` will be automatically downloaded to your computer. 2. Importing: * Click on the extension icon in your Chrome toolbar. * Click the "Choose File" button and select the `reading-list.json` file you want to import. * Click the "Import Reading List" button. * The extension will add the items from the file to your reading list.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+14+4.1%00.00
30 days+52+17.1%00.00
6 months+135+61.1%+40.00

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Chrome Reading List Export/Import appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
import#87+8

Version history

2 versions recorded
1.1.019 Dec 2025
1.0.017 Dec 2025

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
17 Dec 2025
Size
150 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Support
github.com
Extension ID
hlmkgokeglonfchodfjmcdomkfdofaeg

Permissions and risk

Minimal riskimpact 0, likelihood 2
Permissions
readingList

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