Hackernews Modern UI

by burakhan ünver · kunver.dev · Functionality & UI

Established publisherManifest V3 Free

View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

Enhance the Hacker News UI with a modern, clean, and fast design.

Users

−25 in 30 days

Rating

0.0 / 5

unchanged in 30 days

Ratings

0 in 30 days

Store rank

#177K

#147K among extensions

Version

1.1.0

updated 29 Sep 2026

Users

monthly, 6 months

Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 13 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 6 months

Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About Hackernews Modern UI

Hacker News Modern UI A lightweight browser extension that transforms the Hacker News interface into a clean, modern reading experience. Built with privacy and simplicity in mind. Key Features - Eye-friendly dark theme — A carefully crafted dark interface that reduces eye strain during extended reading sessions, particularly in low-light environments. - Color-coded usernames — Usernames are displayed in distinctive colors, making it easier to identify comment authors and follow conversation threads at a glance. - Minimal, uncluttered design — The interface removes visual noise while preserving all functionality, allowing you to focus on the content that matters. Privacy & Security This extension is completely free, open source, and operates entirely within your browser. No data is collected, no tracking is implemented, and no external requests are made. The code is publicly available for review.