Unlike Android, iOS restricts you from using Chrome extensions on your iPhone due to Apple’s strict API policy. While the Chrome app for Android doesn’t allow extensions either, there are several Chromium-based web browsers that do. Apple users are limited to Safari extensions on their devices. But there are a couple of ways to access Chrome’s utilities as well. In this article, we bring you the top 2 ways to use Chrome extensions on iOS.
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Use Chrome Remote Desktop for iOS and iPadOS
Step 1: Enable the Chrome Remote Desktop extension from the Chrome Web Store on your PC.
Step 2: Install the Chrome Remote Desktop app on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 3: Set up remote access on your PC using this link.
Step 4: Launch the Chrome Remote Desktop app on your iPhone or iPad and sign in using the same account as your PC.
Step 5: Select your PC from the list of remote devices.
Step 6: Enter the PIN you created while setting up remote desktop on your PC.
Step 7: You will now be able to access your desktop’s home screen on your Apple device.
Once you gain remote access to your PC on your iPhone, you can use Chrome’s extensions on it as well. Make sure your PC is connected to the Internet at all times.
Use Orion Browser
Orion Browser for iOS offers all the major Chrome extensions on your iPhone. If you’re looking for a specific, niche extension, it is possible that you may not find it here. However, it does offer adblocking and anti-tracking extensions. Once you’ve installed the Orion browser on your iPhone, go to the browser settings, scroll down, and turn on the toggle switch for Chrome extensions. You will now be able to install Chrome extensions from the Chrome Web Store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I get Chrome extensions on my iPhone?
To get Chrome extensions on your iPhone or iPad use Chrome Remote Desktop or the Orion mobile browser.
How do I get Chrome extensions on my Android phone?
Use a Chromium-based browser like Kiwi or Yandex to get Chrome extensions on your Android phone.
Is Chrome Remote Desktop available for iPhone?
Yes, you can install the Chrome Remote Desktop app for iPhone and iPad from the App Store.
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Conclusion
This is how you can get Chrome extensions on iOS. These tricks will help you use Chrome extensions on your iPhone or iPad. While there is no straightforward way to use Chrome extensions on iOS, you can always use Safari extensions on Chrome. All you need to do is install the extension and access it from the sharing menu on Chrome.
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