Chrome Extension Listing Copy

Skill Overview

Publishing a Chrome extension to the Chrome Web Store requires preparing extensive copy materials, including name, description, privacy policy, screenshot descriptions, and more. Many independent developers get stuck writing listing copy after completing technical development. This skill helps you generate all necessary listing materials at once, while highlighting common review considerations to improve approval rates.

Input Requirements

Please provide the following information:

• Extension Functionality Description: What does your extension do, and what are its core features
• Target Users: Who will use this extension and what problems does it solve for them
• Core Features: 3-5 main functionality points
• Permission Requirements: Which browser permissions does the extension need (e.g., activeTab, storage, tabs, etc.)
• Data Handling: Does the extension collect user data, and how is data stored and transmitted
• Competing Products (optional): What similar extensions exist, and how does yours differentiate

Output Content

1. Extension Name

• Main name (no more than 45 characters)
• 2-3 alternative name options
• Naming strategy explanation (keyword coverage, brand recognition)

2. Short Description

• One-sentence description not exceeding 132 characters
• Include core keywords so users understand the extension's purpose at a glance
• Provide 2-3 alternative versions

3. Detailed Description

• Structured complete description (recommended 500-1000 words)
• Include the following sections:
  • Opening: One-sentence value proposition
  • Feature Highlights: Core features displayed in list format
  • Use Cases: Describe 2-3 typical usage scenarios
  • How to Use: Brief getting started guide
  • Update Plans: Show commitment to ongoing maintenance

4. Privacy Policy

• Generate privacy policy based on the extension's actual data handling
• Cover data collection, usage, storage, and third-party sharing as necessary
• Comply with Chrome Web Store policy requirements

5. Screenshot Caption Copy

• Generate one caption headline for each of 5 recommended screenshots
• Concise and powerful, highlighting the core selling point of each screenshot

6. Category and Tag Suggestions

• Recommend the most appropriate Chrome Web Store category
• Suggest 5-10 related tags/keywords

7. Permission Explanations

• Provide user-friendly explanations for each required permission
• Explain why the permission is needed and address user concerns

Review Considerations

The following are common rejection reasons and recommended responses:

• Excessive Permission Requests: Only request the minimum set of permissions your extension actually needs; avoid using <all_urls> unless absolutely necessary
• Description Doesn't Match Functionality: Ensure your description accurately reflects what the extension actually does; avoid overstating capabilities
• Missing Privacy Policy: Extensions using remote services or collecting any user data must provide a privacy policy
• Trademark Infringement: Avoid using other brands' trademarks in the name and description
• Single-Purpose Principle: Chrome extensions should have one clear, well-defined purpose
• User Data Security: If dealing with sensitive data, encryption for transmission is required

Usage Tips

• Confirm Permissions Before Writing: Your permission list directly impacts privacy policy and description content
• Focus on SEO: Naturally incorporate keywords users might search for in your name and description
• Stay Truthful: Review teams will actually install and test the extension; mismatches between description and functionality will be rejected
• Prepare Screenshots: 1280x800 or 640x400 screenshot dimensions with clear feature demonstrations
• Consider Internationalization: If targeting global users, prepare English description versions as well