Pythagora + Chrome Extension

Built a chrome extension with Pythagora?
We'll make it production-ready.

Chrome extensions have unique security considerations — they run in users' browsers with elevated permissions, can access browsing data, and must pass Chrome Web Store review. AI tools can scaffold an extension quickly, but the security requirements, Manifest V3 compliance, and store submission guidelines need careful attention.

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Chrome Extension challenges in Pythagora apps

Building a chrome extension with Pythagora is a great start — but these challenges need attention before launch.

Manifest V3 compliance

Chrome is migrating to Manifest V3, which changes how extensions work — service workers instead of background pages, restricted remote code execution, and new permission models. AI tools sometimes generate Manifest V2 code that won't be accepted.

Permission minimization

Chrome Web Store reviews extensions for excessive permissions. Request only the permissions you actually need. AI tools often request broad permissions ('tabs', 'storage', 'activeTab') when narrower permissions would suffice.

Content Security Policy

Extensions must comply with strict CSP rules. No inline scripts, no eval(), no remote code loading. AI-generated code sometimes violates these rules, causing the extension to fail silently.

Data privacy

Extensions that access browsing data must have a privacy policy, explain what data is collected, and handle it securely. Chrome Web Store requires this disclosure for approval.

Cross-browser compatibility

If you want to publish on Firefox, Safari, and Edge too, your extension needs to handle API differences between browsers. AI tools usually target Chrome only.

What we check in your Pythagora chrome extension

Manifest V3 compliance — service workers, permissions, CSP
Permission minimization — only requesting what's needed
Content security — no eval(), no inline scripts, no remote code
Data handling — privacy policy, secure storage, no unnecessary collection
Error handling — graceful failures, no silent errors
Performance — efficient background processing, minimal memory usage
Chrome Web Store compliance — metadata, screenshots, descriptions

Common Pythagora issues we fix

Beyond chrome extension-specific issues, these are Pythagora patterns we commonly fix.

highSecurity

Weak input validation

Pythagora validates inputs at the UI level but often skips server-side validation, allowing malicious requests to bypass frontend checks.

highSecurity

Insecure session management

Sessions and tokens are sometimes stored insecurely or don't expire properly, allowing unauthorized access to persist.

mediumBugs

Step-by-step accumulation of bugs

Each development step is reviewed individually, but the interaction between steps can introduce bugs that aren't visible in isolation.

lowCode Quality

Redundant code from iterations

Pythagora's iterative approach sometimes leaves behind old code paths, unused functions, and deprecated approaches from earlier steps.

Start with a self-serve audit

Get a professional review of your Pythagora chrome extension at a fixed price.

External Security Scan

Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.

$19
  • OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
  • SSL/TLS configuration analysis
  • Security header assessment
  • Expert review within 24h
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Code Audit

In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.

$19
  • Security vulnerability analysis
  • Code quality review
  • Dependency audit
  • Architecture review
  • Expert + AI code analysis
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Best Value

Complete Bundle

Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.

$29$38
  • Everything in both products
  • Cross-referenced findings
  • Unified action plan
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100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.

Frequently asked questions

Can I build a chrome extension with Pythagora?

Pythagora is a great starting point for a chrome extension. It handles the initial scaffolding well, but chrome extensions have specific requirements — manifest v3 compliance and permission minimization — that need professional attention before launch.

What issues does Pythagora leave in chrome extensions?

Common issues include: weak input validation, insecure session management, step-by-step accumulation of bugs. For a chrome extension specifically, these issues are compounded by the need for manifest v3 compliance.

How do I make my Pythagora chrome extension production-ready?

Start with our code audit ($19) to get a clear picture of what needs fixing. For most Pythagora-built chrome extensions, the critical path is: security review, then fixing core flow reliability, then deployment. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.

How much does it cost to fix a Pythagora-built chrome extension?

Our code audit is $19 and gives you a complete report of issues. Fixes start at $199 with our Fix & Ship plan. For larger chrome extension projects, we provide a custom fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing.

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