Comparison
CookieJar vs EditThisCookie
EditThisCookie was Chrome's most popular cookie editor with 3M+ users — until it was removed from the Chrome Web Store for not supporting Manifest V3. CookieJar is the actively-maintained MV3 alternative built for modern Chrome.
EditThisCookie (Original)
3,000,000+ (at removal from CWS) users
⚠️ Removed from Chrome Web Store — no longer installable
// feature comparison
| Feature | CookieJar | EditThisCookie (Original) |
|---|---|---|
| Available on Chrome Web Store (2026) | Yes — actively maintained MV3 | No — removed for MV3 non-compliance |
| Manifest V3 Compatible | Yes — built from scratch for MV3 | No — reason for CWS removal |
| Privacy Score (per-site) | Yes — tracks/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 only |
| Bulk Delete by Category | Yes — delete tracking, keep login | No — all-or-nothing only |
| Auto-Cleanup Schedules | Yes (Pro) | No |
| localStorage / sessionStorage Management | Yes (Pro) | No |
| Search / Filter | Yes — by name, domain, value | Was yes — basic search |
| Create / Edit / Delete | Yes | Was yes |
| Data Privacy | 100% local — no external calls | Was local |
| Price | Free / Pro $4.99/mo | Was free — now unavailable |
| Active Development | Yes — regularly updated | No — abandoned before CWS removal |
// why choose CookieJar
Actually Works in Chrome — EditThisCookie Doesn't
The original EditThisCookie was removed from the Chrome Web Store because it was never updated to support Manifest V3, Chrome's current extension architecture. As of 2024, it cannot be installed from CWS. CookieJar was built from scratch for MV3 and is the actively maintained replacement that works in Chrome today.
Privacy Score — A Feature EditThisCookie Never Had
CookieJar analyzes every cookie on a page and produces a per-site privacy score showing the breakdown of tracking, analytics, functional, and login cookies. This gives developers and privacy-conscious users an instant view of how aggressively a site is tracking them — a capability that never existed in EditThisCookie's 10+ year history.
Smart Auto-Categorization — No Manual Sorting
CookieJar automatically classifies cookies into four categories (Login, Tracking, Analytics, Functional) using a built-in scoring algorithm. EditThisCookie displayed raw cookie data with no interpretation. For developers auditing a site's cookie practices, auto-categorization saves significant manual inspection time.
6 Export Formats vs JSON Only
CookieJar exports to JSON, Netscape (cookies.txt), cURL, Puppeteer, HAR, and CSV. EditThisCookie exported JSON only. For developers building test automation, debugging with cURL, or importing into Puppeteer scripts, CookieJar's format flexibility eliminates manual conversion steps.
Cookie Profiles for Dev/Test/Production
CookieJar Pro lets you save your entire cookie state as a named, encrypted profile and restore it with one click — essential for developers switching between development, staging, and production environments without manual re-login. EditThisCookie had no profile system.
// why choose EditThisCookie (Original)
Legacy Reputation and Decade of Community Trust
EditThisCookie was Chrome's most popular cookie editor for over a decade with 3M+ users. The community knowledge base — Stack Overflow answers, blog tutorials, YouTube walkthroughs — is still available and references EditThisCookie's interface and workflow.
Completely Free — All Features
EditThisCookie had no paid tier. All features were free. CookieJar's advanced features (cookie profiles, auto-cleanup, storage management) require the Pro subscription at $4.99/month.
Extreme Simplicity
EditThisCookie's interface was minimal — view, edit, delete. No categories, no scores, no profiles. For users who want the simplest possible cookie editor without extra features, that minimalism was a strength.
// verdict
EditThisCookie was the undisputed standard for cookie management in Chrome for over a decade — and it's no longer available. If you're searching for 'EditThisCookie not working,' 'EditThisCookie alternative,' or 'cookie manager Chrome 2026,' CookieJar is the actively-maintained MV3 replacement. It does everything EditThisCookie did and adds privacy scoring, smart categorization, and export formats that the original never supported in its entire history. The free tier covers basic cookie management; Pro adds the developer workflow features that make CookieJar the most capable cookie tool available today.
// faq
Why was EditThisCookie removed from the Chrome Web Store?
Google required all Chrome extensions to migrate to Manifest V3 (MV3), its modern extension platform, and removed extensions that failed to comply. EditThisCookie was never updated to support MV3 before the deadline. The original extension is no longer installable from the Chrome Web Store as of 2024.
Is there an unofficial EditThisCookie V3 I can use instead?
An unofficial 'EditThisCookie V3' fork exists on the Chrome Web Store, created by a different developer — not the original EditThisCookie team. It is not maintained by the original author and cannot guarantee the same code quality or privacy standards as the original. CookieJar is a purpose-built MV3 alternative with active maintenance.
Can CookieJar import my old EditThisCookie cookie exports?
Yes. CookieJar supports JSON import, which is the format EditThisCookie used for cookie export. If you exported cookies from EditThisCookie before it was removed, you can import that JSON file directly into CookieJar.
Do I need CookieJar Pro for basic cookie editing?
No. Basic cookie operations — viewing, creating, editing, deleting, searching, filtering, and JSON/Netscape export — are all included in CookieJar's free tier. Pro adds cookie profile switching, auto-cleanup schedules, and localStorage/sessionStorage management.
Is CookieJar safe — does it send my cookie data anywhere?
No. CookieJar processes everything entirely in your browser. No cookie data, domain information, or usage data is sent to external servers. The extension requires cookie API access to function but makes no external network calls with your data.
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// editthiscookie availability status
The original EditThisCookie is no longer available on the Chrome Web Store. It was removed by Google for failing to migrate to Manifest V3, Chrome's required extension platform. An unofficial "EditThisCookie V3" fork exists but is not maintained by the original developer. CookieJar is the purpose-built MV3 alternative.