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Roadmap to the Chrome Web Store

A step-by-step visual guide to publishing your first Chrome Extension.

 
1

Create a Developer Account

Before you can share your extension, you need to join the club. Registering as a Chrome Web Store developer is your first official step.

One-Time Registration Fee: $5
Step 2

Package Your Extension

All your hard work needs to be bundled up neatly. Combine all your extension's files and assets into a single ZIP file for upload.

manifest.json
popup.html
scripts.js
images/
YourExtension.zip
Step 3

Upload & Configure Listing

Your first impression matters. After uploading your ZIP file, you'll need to create a compelling store listing. Some elements are more critical than others for attracting users.

Step 4

Set Distribution

Who gets to see your masterpiece? You can release it to the public, keep it unlisted for a select few with a link, or make it private to your organization.

Step 5

The Review Process

Patience is a virtue. Before going live, your extension must pass Google's review to ensure it meets their policies. This can be quick or take a few days.

Submission

You've hit the "Submit for Review" button.

Automated Checks

Initial policy and security checks are run.

Manual Review

A human reviewer may check your extension.

Approval

Your extension is approved and staged for publishing.

Step 6

Publication!

You're live! Your extension is now available on the Chrome Web Store for users to discover and install.

 

Infographic created based on Chrome Web Store publishing guidelines.