Privacy Extension for Whatsapp Web icon

Privacy Extension for Whatsapp Web

by tabsuspenderplugin · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Activate to blur private content on messaging apps for public privacy

Users
3,000
+1,000 in 30 days
Rating
3.9 / 5
+0.38 in 30 days
Ratings
8
+2 in 30 days
Store rank
#18K
#15K among extensions
Version
2.0.0
updated 10 Apr 2026

Users

monthly, 2 years
01,5003,000Jun 2024Sep 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 3,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 2 years
048Jun 2024Sep 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 8 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 Privacy Extension for Whatsapp Web

Have you ever felt exposed while using a web-based messaging service in public places? There's no need to worry, we have the perfect solution for you! Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Web lets you hide sensitive content on WhatsApp Web with a single tap — perfect for working in cafes, offices, or anywhere someone might glance at your screen. 🔒 Privacy Mode One master toggle that instantly blurs everything on WhatsApp Web simultaneously. Turn it on before a meeting, turn it off when you're alone. It's that simple. 🎚️ Blur Intensity Control Choose how aggressively content is hidden. Light blur for a subtle effect, Medium for most situations, or Heavy for maximum privacy. Your preference is saved automatically. ⚙️ Granular Controls Prefer to hide only specific content? Use individual toggles to control exactly what gets blurred: Profile pictures (your own and others) Chat messages Profile and contact names Message previews in the sidebar Text input field Group and user icons Media gallery 🟢 Live Status Indicator The popup shows whether you're currently on WhatsApp Web, so you always know if the extension is active on your current tab. 🛡️ Privacy Usage Stats See how long you've had privacy protection active — a small reminder that your screen is being looked after. Your data stays yours. This extension works entirely on your device. No data is collected, no servers are contacted, and nothing about your chats or contacts is ever transmitted anywhere. All settings are stored locally in your browser. How to Use: Launch Chrome Web Store and search Privacy extension for WhatsApp Web chrome extension. To install it, click “Add to Chrome” button. The first step is to access WhatsApp Web through www.web. whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with their phones. It is possible to activate the extension using the icon in the toolbar of your Chrome browser and then launch WhatsApp Web after that. Determine the available privacy settings that you will be employing like blurring profile pictures, conversations, or media content. Once you turn on the extension, you will be able to select privacy options that will be applied to the web version of WhatsApp, which will help to protect your privacy better. For configuration options on the add-on, click on the button and select desired specifications. Who Can Benefit from This Extension This Chrome extension is helpful for those who use WhatsApp Web in public or shared environments to maintain their privacy. It helps keep your identity secret and protects your conversations and media content. Why It Is Useful? This extension is important because it provides comprehensive privacy by blurring profile pictures, chats, and media content, so that you can have complete privacy for your conversations and for the media you share. With one-click activation and auto-apply privacy controls, it takes care of it automatically and ensures you never have to touch the settings. The extension ensures privacy in public, prevents privacy violations by hiding certain information from the users, and provides the user with the ability to control the privacy from the settings menu based on the needs and requirements. FAQs 1. Does it work with other web browsers and not just chrome At this moment in time, it is only supported for Chrome. 2. I have to know if this extension need to access my WhatsApp data? It does not violate your privacy by accessing your WhatsApp profile. 3. Will blurring media content affect the quality of images and videos? The blur effect does not distort the original files; the original files are fully preserved. 4. May I select the chat or media content to blur? The extension sets privacy options for all chat and media content with a universal approach. 5. Is the extension free or does it have a price tag associated with it as in the case of paid subscriptions? It is also a free extension with no paid plans or tiers available.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days0+0.0%+1+0.17
30 days+1,000+50.0%+2+0.38
6 months+2,423+419.9%+3−0.12
1 year+2,442+437.6%+3−0.12

Version history

2 versions recorded
2.0.010 Apr 2026
1.0.025 Jun 2024

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
25 Jun 2024
Size
101 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
drive.google.com
Extension ID
jiblfbbicmaflffoccddgeikphmiofkn

Permissions and risk

Low riskimpact 1, likelihood 2
Permissions
storage

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