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Header Modifier

by jalvarezra@gmail.com · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 20 Oct 2026

Easily modify HTTP request and response headers for development, testing, and debugging

Users
41
+3 in 30 days
Rating
0.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
0
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#118K
#98K among extensions
Version
1.0.0
updated 26 Oct 2025

Users

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02041Oct 2025May 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 20 Oct 2026: 41 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

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Latest, 20 Oct 2026: 0 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

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About Header Modifier

Header Modifier is a powerful yet easy-to-use Chrome extension that lets you modify HTTP request and response headers in real-time. Perfect for web developers, testers, and anyone working with web APIs. ✨ KEY FEATURES: • Modify Headers - Add, set, append, or remove any HTTP header on requests or responses • Block Requests - Block specific URLs or resources for testing • Redirect URLs - Automatically redirect requests to different destinations • Flexible Filtering - Target specific domains with URL pattern matching • Resource Type Control - Apply rules to specific types (XHR, images, scripts, etc.) • Quick Presets - Pre-configured templates for common scenarios: - CORS Fix: Enable cross-origin requests for local development - API Testing: Common headers for API development - Security Headers: Test security headers implementation - Cache Bypass: Disable caching for localhost • Import/Export - Save and share your header configurations • Smart Auto-complete - Suggestions for common HTTP headers • One-Click Toggle - Enable/disable all rules instantly 🎯 PERFECT FOR: • Fixing CORS issues during development • Testing API authentication with custom headers • Overriding User-Agent for browser testing • Adding security headers for testing • Bypassing cache during local development • Debugging web applications • API development and testing 🔒 PRIVACY: All configurations are stored locally on your device. No data is collected or transmitted to external servers. Built with Chrome Manifest V3

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+2+5.1%00.00
30 days+3+7.9%00.00
6 months+16+64.0%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.0.026 Oct 2025

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
26 Oct 2025
Size
32 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
github.com
Extension ID
npfmomhegigfhcnjcemjacmljflomjnf

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
declarativeNetRequestdeclarativeNetRequestWithHostAccessdeclarativeNetRequestFeedbackstorageactiveTab
Site access
*://*/*
Can read and change data on every website you visit.

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