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Chrome Sound Effects

by Siva Dhayalan · virutcham.ca · Accessibility
Established publisherManifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Add sounds to events triggered by user in Chrome, like switching tabs, etc. They can be manually disabled.

Users
1,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
3.5 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
36
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#24K
#20K among extensions
Version
2.0.1
updated 15 Aug 2025

Users

monthly, 3 years
3006501,000Aug 2023Apr 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 1,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 3 years
72236Aug 2023Apr 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 36 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 Sound Effects

Chrome Sound Effects — hear your browser Make Chrome more accessible and delightful with subtle sound cues for common actions: * tab created/closed/switched * page navigation completed * window focus changes * bookmarks added/removed/moved * typing, scrolling, and resizing Why it helps users with vision impairments * Auditory confirmation: Immediate sound feedback reduces reliance on small visual indicators, helping users with low vision or screen fatigue know an action succeeded. * Orientation and flow: Distinct sounds for tab changes, navigation, and focus make it easier to track where you are without scanning the screen. * Reduced cognitive load: Consistent cues turn repetitive checks (did this click work?) into effortless listening. * Customizable to needs: Enable only the cues you want and upload your own sounds for clearer or more recognizable feedback. Key features * Per‑event control: Toggle any sound on/off. * Custom sounds: Upload your own audio for any event. * Private by design: No data collection or tracking; preferences and custom audio stay on your device. * Lightweight: Plays short, unobtrusive sounds that complement your workflow. Source: https://github.com/dsivasuthan/chrome-sound-effects

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days0+0.0%00.00
30 days0+0.0%00.00
6 months0+0.0%+4−0.03
1 year0+0.0%+7+0.13

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Chrome Sound Effects appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
effect#50
sound#10−7

Version history

3 versions recorded
2.0.115 Aug 2025
2.0.014 Aug 2025
1.227 Mar 2018

Details

Category
Accessibility
First seen
27 Mar 2018
Size
29 KB
Languages
en-US
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
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Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 1
Permissions
tabsbookmarksoffscreenstorage
Site access
http://*/*https://*/*
Can read and change data on every website you visit.

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