How to Sell Your Chrome Extension: Complete Guide 2026

Ready to Sell Your Chrome Extension?

Chrome extensions are one of the most sellable types of side projects. They have clear value, measurable users, and straightforward transfer processes.

Why Chrome Extensions Sell Well

Clear Metrics:

Weekly active users (WAU) in Chrome Web Store

Ratings and reviews visible to buyers

Easy to verify install counts

Recurring Value:

Extensions solving real problems retain users

Some extensions generate revenue through subscriptions or one-time purchases

Easy Transfer:

Chrome Web Store allows developer transfers

Codebase is typically small and focused

Valuing Your Chrome Extension

Free Extensions (by users):

1,000-10,000 users: $100-500

10,000-50,000 users: $500-2,000

50,000-100,000 users: $2,000-5,000

100,000+ users: $5,000+

Revenue-Generating Extensions:

Apply standard SaaS multiples (12-36x monthly profit)

Premium extensions with subscriptions are most valuable

Factors That Increase Value:

High ratings (4.5+ stars)

Active user base (not just installs)

Clean, well-documented code

No policy violations or warnings

Preparing for Sale

Technical Prep:

Clean up the codebase

Remove any personal API keys

Document the manifest.json settings

Test on latest Chrome version

Ensure no pending policy issues

Business Prep:

Screenshot your analytics

Document any revenue sources

List included accounts (payment processor, analytics)

Note any dependencies (external APIs, etc.)

Transfer Process

**Buyer verifies access** - Share analytics screenshots

**Agree on terms** - Price, support period, what's included

**Use escrow** - For transactions over $500

**Transfer Chrome Web Store listing** - Add buyer as developer, they accept, you remove yourself

**Transfer code** - GitHub repo or zip file

**Transition support** - 1-2 weeks of email support is standard

Common Mistakes

**Abandoned extensions** - Update before listing, shows commitment

**Policy violations** - Fix these before selling

**Inflated user counts** - Buyers will verify WAU, not total installs

**Missing documentation** - Buyers pay more for documented code