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RequestKit

by text.nav · Developer Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 17 Oct 2026

Advanced Chrome extension for injecting custom headers with powerful Variable System, pattern matching, and testing tools

Users
13
+2 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
2
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#175K
#146K among extensions
Version
1.0.0
updated 20 Jul 2025

Users

monthly, 15 months
0613Jul 2025Mar 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 17 Oct 2026: 13 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 15 months
012Jul 2025Mar 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 17 Oct 2026: 2 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 RequestKit

#### Detailed Description (16,000 characters max) RequestKit is a sophisticated Chrome extension designed for developers, testers, and API enthusiasts who need precise control over HTTP headers in their web requests. Built with modern Manifest V3 architecture, RequestKit offers an intuitive interface for creating, managing, and testing header injection rules with an advanced Variable System that provides unique competitive advantages no other extension offers. **🚀 Key Features:** **🎯 Advanced Variable System (Unique to RequestKit)** • Template syntax with `${variable_name}` and `${function_name()}` support • Hierarchical variable scoping: Rule > Profile > Global > System priority • Built-in functions: timestamp(), uuid(), random(), base64(), date() • 15 pre-configured variables for instant productivity • Secret variable encryption for sensitive data like API keys • Sub-5ms resolution time with intelligent caching **Advanced Rule Builder** • Visual pattern builder for creating URL matching rules with Variable System integration • Wildcard support for flexible domain and path matching • Conditional logic with AND/OR operators • Real-time rule testing and validation with variable resolution • Template library enhanced with Variable System examples **Powerful Pattern Matching** • Protocol-specific matching (HTTP/HTTPS) • Domain and subdomain wildcards (_.example.com) • Path pattern matching (/api/v1/_) • Query parameter handling • Port-specific targeting (localhost:3000) **Professional Development Tools** • Built-in DevTools panel for request monitoring • Performance analytics and optimization • Rule testing framework with mock requests • Import/export functionality for rule sharing • Profile management for different environments **Enterprise-Ready Features** • Advanced header modification with conditional logic • Conditional rule execution based on request properties • Analytics monitoring with detailed metrics • Performance optimization tools • Security validation and pattern checking **Perfect For:** • API development and testing • CORS header injection • Authentication token management • Feature flag testing • User agent override • Cache control testing • Custom header requirements • Development environment setup **Why Choose RequestKit?** • **Unique Variable System**: No competitor offers this level of sophisticated variable templating with hierarchical scoping and built-in security • **Advanced Template Syntax**: `${variable}` and `${function()}` support that transforms static rules into dynamic, environment-aware configurations • **Built-in Security**: Secret variable encryption and masked display for sensitive data - a feature missing from all competitors • **Superior Performance**: Sub-5ms variable resolution with >90% cache hit rate • Modern Manifest V3 architecture for security and performance • Intuitive user interface with dark/light theme support • Comprehensive documentation and examples • Active development and community support • Open source with MIT license **Technical Specifications:** • Built with TypeScript and Preact for reliability • Tailwind CSS for responsive design • Comprehensive test suite • Hot reloading for development • Chrome Storage API for data persistence RequestKit transforms header management from a complex development task into a streamlined workflow, making it an essential tool for modern web development.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+2+18.2%00.00
30 days+2+18.2%00.00
6 months+2+18.2%00.00
1 year+7+116.7%00.00

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.0.020 Jul 2025

Details

Category
Developer Tools
First seen
20 Jul 2025
Size
283 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
github.com
Support
github.com
Extension ID
mmdcjdpncpineflfmalicfkdjknnemgn

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 1
Permissions
declarativeNetRequeststoragecontextMenusactiveTabnotifications
Site access
<all_urls>
Can read and change data on every website you visit.

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