Comparison
CookieJar vs Cookie-Editor
Both are actively maintained MV3 cookie editors. Cookie-Editor works on Chrome and Firefox for free. CookieJar adds privacy scoring, auto-categorization, and developer-focused export formats. Here's the full comparison.
Cookie-Editor
900,000+ users
// feature comparison
| Feature | CookieJar | Cookie-Editor |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy Score (per-site) | Yes — tracking/analytics/functional breakdown | No |
| Auto Cookie Categorization | Yes — Login, Tracking, Analytics, Functional | No — manual inspection only |
| Cookie Profiles (dev/test/prod) | Yes — encrypted profile switching (Pro) | No |
| Export Formats | JSON, Netscape, cURL, Puppeteer, HAR, CSV | JSON, Netscape |
| Bulk Delete by Category | Yes — delete tracking, keep login | No — all-or-nothing |
| Auto-Cleanup Schedules | Yes (Pro) | No |
| localStorage / sessionStorage Management | Yes (Pro) | No |
| Firefox Support | Chrome only (MV3) | Yes — Chrome and Firefox |
| Search / Filter | Yes — by name, domain, value | Yes — basic search |
| Create / Edit / Delete | Yes | Yes |
| Import Cookies | Yes — JSON, Netscape | Yes — JSON, Netscape |
| Data Privacy | 100% local — no external calls | 100% local |
| Manifest V3 | Yes — built for MV3 | Yes — MV3 compatible |
| Price | Free / Pro $4.99/mo | Free — all features |
| Active Development | Yes — regularly updated | Yes — actively maintained |
// why choose CookieJar
Privacy Score — Instant Per-Site Tracking Audit
CookieJar's signature feature is a per-site privacy score that breaks down cookies into tracking, analytics, functional, and login categories with a percentage score. Open any site and immediately see how aggressively it tracks you. Cookie-Editor shows raw cookie data with no interpretation — you'd need to manually research every cookie name to understand what it does.
Smart Auto-Categorization — No Manual Cookie Research
CookieJar automatically classifies cookies using a built-in scoring algorithm. Cookies named _fbp, _ga, _gid, NID, and hundreds of others are automatically tagged as Tracking or Analytics. Cookie-Editor displays the raw cookie data: name, value, domain, path, expiry. For developers auditing a site's tracking practices, auto-categorization eliminates the manual lookup step.
6 Export Formats vs 2 in Cookie-Editor
CookieJar exports to JSON, Netscape (cookies.txt), cURL, Puppeteer, HAR, and CSV. Cookie-Editor supports JSON and Netscape. For developers who need cURL commands for API testing, Puppeteer scripts for test automation, or HAR for debugging sessions, CookieJar's additional formats eliminate conversion steps.
Cookie Profiles for Dev/Test/Production Switching
CookieJar Pro lets you save your entire cookie state as a named, encrypted profile and restore it in one click. Essential for developers switching between development, staging, and production environments without re-authenticating each time. Cookie-Editor has no profile system.
Bulk Delete by Category — Target Tracking, Preserve Login
CookieJar lets you delete all tracking cookies while keeping your login session intact. Cookie-Editor's bulk operations work on all-or-nothing basis. For users who regularly clear tracking cookies without losing authenticated sessions, CookieJar's category-aware deletion is the key difference.
// why choose Cookie-Editor
Firefox Support — Works on Both Browsers
Cookie-Editor is available for both Chrome and Firefox. CookieJar is Chrome-only. If you switch between browsers or need cookie management in Firefox, Cookie-Editor covers both environments with a consistent interface.
Completely Free — All Features
Cookie-Editor is free with no paid tier. Advanced CookieJar features — cookie profiles, auto-cleanup schedules, localStorage/sessionStorage management — require the $4.99/month Pro subscription.
Larger Established User Base
900,000+ users and 2,000+ reviews provide a longer track record and more community-tested workflows across different development scenarios.
Simplicity — No Extra Features to Learn
Cookie-Editor's interface focuses on viewing, creating, editing, deleting, and importing/exporting. No categories, scores, or profiles. For developers who want a clean, focused cookie editor without additional tooling, that simplicity is intentional.
// verdict
Cookie-Editor is one of the best free cookie editors available — actively maintained, MV3 compatible, and cross-browser. If you need basic cookie management in Firefox, Cookie-Editor is the clear choice since CookieJar doesn't support Firefox. The meaningful difference is CookieJar's privacy scoring and auto-categorization: for developers who regularly audit cookie practices or want to understand what a site is tracking without manually researching every cookie name, these features save real time. Cookie-Editor shows you the raw data; CookieJar tells you what that data means. At $4.99/month, Pro features are relevant for developers whose workflow involves regular profile switching or automated cleanup — otherwise CookieJar's free tier and Cookie-Editor are comparable for basic operations.
// faq
Does Cookie-Editor work on Firefox?
Yes. Cookie-Editor is available for both Chrome and Firefox. CookieJar is Chrome-only (Manifest V3). If you need cookie management in Firefox, Cookie-Editor is the right choice.
What is Cookie-Editor's privacy score?
Cookie-Editor doesn't have a privacy score. It displays raw cookie data — name, value, domain, path, expiry, and flags. CookieJar's privacy score is a unique feature that analyzes cookies against a classification database and produces a per-site tracking percentage.
Can I import Cookie-Editor exports into CookieJar?
Yes. Both extensions support JSON and Netscape (cookies.txt) formats for import and export. Cookie exports from Cookie-Editor can be imported directly into CookieJar using either format.
Is CookieJar's free tier comparable to Cookie-Editor?
For basic operations — viewing, creating, editing, deleting, searching, and JSON/Netscape export — yes. CookieJar's free tier and Cookie-Editor cover the same core functionality. CookieJar adds privacy scoring and auto-categorization in the free tier, which Cookie-Editor doesn't offer. Pro features (profiles, auto-cleanup, storage management) require the $4.99/month subscription.
Which cookie editor is better for privacy auditing?
CookieJar. The privacy score and auto-categorization features are specifically built for understanding what cookies do and how much a site tracks you. Cookie-Editor is better for raw cookie manipulation. If auditing tracking practices is your primary use case, CookieJar's analysis layer is the key differentiator.
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