# Installing Web Browser Extensions: Google Chrome, Safari, FireFox

Web browser extensions are popular add-ons that can aid in your day-to-day online activities and improve security. There are a lot to choose from, but simplicity is key. Only download extensions that you know you will use and benefit from on a regular basis. IMPORTANT NOTE: Always download from a reputable source and check reviews before downloading to stay safe.

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##### Google Chrome:

1. Visit the [Google Chrome Extension Store](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/extensions?hl=en)
2. Search for the extension you want or browse through the selection
3. Click on the extension you wish to add
4. Click Add to Chrome
5. The extension will now appear in the top-right corner of the browser window

##### Safari:

1. Open Safari
2. Choose Safari > Safari Extensions
3. Search for the extension you want or browse through the selection
4. Click GET > INSTALL
5. The extension will now appear to the left of the search bar

##### Firefox:

1. Open Firefox
2. Click on settings in the top-right corner
3. Click Add-ons > Get Add-ons
4. Search for the extension you want or browse through the selection
5. Click Install
6. The extension will now appear in the top-right corner of the browser window

##### Popular Extensions We Endorse

- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">uBlock Origin</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/ublock-origin/cjpalhdlnbpafiamejdnhcphjbkeiagm?hl=en)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - adblocker</span>
- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">LastPass</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/lastpass-free-password-ma/hdokiejnpimakedhajhdlcegeplioahd?hl=en-US)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - password manager</span>
- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">Session Buddy</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/session-buddy/edacconmaakjimmfgnblocblbcdcpbko?hl=en)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - tab manager</span>
- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">Mendeley Web Importer</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/mendeley-web-importer/dagcmkpagjlhakfdhnbomgmjdpkdklff?hl=en)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - citation manager</span>
- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">Grammarly</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/grammarly-for-chrome/kbfnbcaeplbcioakkpcpgfkobkghlhen?hl=en)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - your own personal editor</span>
- [<span style="font-weight: 400;">Honey</span>](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/honey/bmnlcjabgnpnenekpadlanbbkooimhnj?hl=en)<span style="font-weight: 400;"> - online discounts</span>