Window Title Hider

Hides the browser window title on the task bar (shows a text first). Due to limitations in WebExtensions' API is not possible to remove the full title on just the window title, hence the reason to use a prefix.

Window Title Hider - Hide browser window title on taskbar

Window Title Hider is a Firefox add-on that allows users to hide the browser window title on the taskbar by showing a text first. This add-on solves the problem caused by limitations in WebExtensions' API by using a prefix to remove the full title. With Window Title Hider, users can have a cleaner taskbar interface while still easily identifying the browser windows.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 33
1
Version: 0.3resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Version code: 5731442
Creation date: 2018-07-21
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • menus
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 9.13K
URLs: Website

User reviews


Nice! I would like to have this only enabled in private browsing, or simply have a different default there, would it be possible to add such an option?
by xerus, 2021-02-17
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Add-on safety

Risk impact
Moderate risk impact

Window Title Hider requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

Window Title Hider has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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