Dark Reader

darkreader.org · checked 13 Nov 2026

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How it plugs in

—Public API

NoOpen source

YesFree tier

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Dark Reader is an eye-care browser extension that applies dark themes to web pages.

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Dark Reader for SafariSafari on compatible Apple devicesOn request

As darkreader.org lists them, checked 13 Nov 2026.

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Facts

Website: darkreader.org
Price: Free tier
Free trial: Not stated
Automation: The extension can follow system dark mode, use active hours, or activate after sunset at a location.
Feature modes: Theme generation includes Dynamic, Filter, Filter+, and Static modes, with distinct performance and rendering tradeoffs.
Founded: The project timeline says Dark Reader 1 was released in July 2014.
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Integrations: Dark Reader is offered for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.
Known limitations: Some browser pages remain unmodified because the extension cannot access them.
Maker location: Dark Reader Ltd is registered in England and Wales, with an office address in London, United Kingdom.
Open source: The product describes itself as open source.
Optional technical data: It may collect limited technical and theme data in the future, only with user permission.
Privacy: The extension states that it does not collect personal data or browsing history.
Safari compatibility: The Safari version works on Apple devices supporting iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or macOS 15.
Settings storage: Settings are stored through browser extension storage APIs; Safari uses Safari Web Extensions API.

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