WebRTC Network Limiter

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Configures how WebRTC's network traffic is routed by changing Chrome's privacy settings.

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Description from store Configures the WebRTC traffic routing options in Chrome's privacy settings. ★ What it does: This configures WebRTC to not use certain IP addresses or protocols: - private IP addresses not visible to the public internet (e.g. addresses like 192.168.1.2) - any public IP addresses associated with network interfaces that are not used for web traffic (e.g. an ISP-provided address, when browsing through a VPN) - Require WebRTC traffic to go through proxy servers as configured in Chrome. Since most of the proxy servers don't handle UDP, this effectively turns off UDP until UDP proxy support is available in Chrome and such proxies are widely deployed. When the extension is installed on Chrome versions prior to M48, WebRTC will only use the public IP address associated with the interface used for web traffic, typically the same addresses that are already provided to sites in browser HTTP requests. For Chrome version M48 and after, this extension provides one more configuration which allows WebRTC to use both the default public address and, for machines behind a NAT, the default private address which is associated with the public one. Said behavior will be the default after a fresh installation of the extension to Chrome M48. For upgrade scenarios, the previously selected configuration should not be changed. The extension may also disable non-proxied UDP, but this is not on by default and must be configured using the extension's Options page. ★ Notes: This extension may affect the performance of applications that use WebRTC for audio/video or real-time data communication. Because it limits the potential network paths and protocols, WebRTC may pick a path which results in significantly longer delay or lower quality (e.g. through a VPN) or use TCP only through proxy servers which is not ideal for real-time communication. We are attempting to determine how common this is. By installing this item, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.

Latest reviews

(2025-07-17) aa sm: it actually works!
(2025-03-07) Alice: Finally, the new version works. The old version didn't work so I used the third-party extension. Now I'm using the official extension by Google to prevent the webrtc leak.
(2025-02-17) playthrough: It gets the job done (https://browserleaks.com/webrtc doesn't complain), but it's weird in 2025 many proxy/vpn extensions require it if you want to avoid WebRTC leaks
(2024-11-07) LaShane Ross: works!
(2024-11-03) Rohan Kayani: To run this extension: (Doesn't run out of the box as of 3 November 2024) 1) Install the extension. 2) Click the three dots next to the extension. 3) Select "Options." 4) You’ll be directed to the extension options page. 5) From the popup option: Choose the last option: "Use my proxy server." That’s it! To check if it’s working. 1) Go to browserleaks.com/webrtc or search for "browser leaks webrtc test." 2) Once there run the test and wait for results. 3) Scroll down to "Your WebRTC IP." You want to see: -The first box should say "No leak." -The next two boxes should show a "-" sign. 4) If any box shows your IP address, double-check your settings. If you find this difficult, please check the second image in the description. It will show you the setting I am talking about. Ideally, Google could make a video for this since they developed this extension. Good luck!
(2024-05-17) HR: Works as Expected. Definitely had some concerns before installing it but It works like a charm.
(2024-04-02) Adam Martin: Works as it should and stops WebRTC from running in your browser!!!
(2024-04-02) Mohamed Sayed Al-Ahl: Works Great
(2023-11-16) Dana M: This is a five star product. It does what it says it does. Those who rate this less have configuration issues on their laptop / PC. It's good! This works excellent with a VPN to lock things down from hackers. It's hard to believe Google would make such thing since tracking people is their thing.
(2023-10-29) Серж U: Если правильно настроить, расширение работает корректно.
(2023-06-18) 明: Not working on Chrome 114.0.5735.134. It's says need a new version of chrome.
(2023-06-18) 明: Not working on Chrome 114.0.5735.134. It's says need a new version of chrome.
(2023-06-03) MASTER “长鼻子小象”: 连自己加的youtube上传视频速度都变慢了，20M的视频花了10分钟上传，排查了好一一会才发现根源在这里
(2023-04-11) Vincent Y: Does not work. Private option says you need newer version of chrome but my chrome is already the newest. All the option will leak your ip address.
(2023-04-11) Vincent Y: Does not work. Private option says you need newer version of chrome but my chrome is already the newest. All the option will leak your ip address.
(2022-11-10) J.kevin M: its good
(2022-11-10) J.kevin M: its good
(2022-07-05) 陈宇: use my proxy server 不能点
(2022-05-28) finster baby: Just installed and when I tried to configure the options, the most important one to use a proxy was grayed out. The reason stated was because I needed a newer version of Chrome. Updated Chrome, and still the option is grayed out. My VPN was running, so I don't know what the deal is, but so far, this extension seems useless if I can't use a proxy. Will update my review if I can utilize the option.
(2022-05-28) finster baby: Just installed and when I tried to configure the options, the most important one to use a proxy was grayed out. The reason stated was because I needed a newer version of Chrome. Updated Chrome, and still the option is grayed out. My VPN was running, so I don't know what the deal is, but so far, this extension seems useless if I can't use a proxy. Will update my review if I can utilize the option.
(2022-02-23) Christopher Briggs: Does not work with "latest" version of chrome Version 98.0.4758.102. it says I need a newer version? I think this extension is toast.
(2022-02-23) Christopher Briggs: Does not work with "latest" version of chrome Version 98.0.4758.102. it says I need a newer version? I think this extension is toast.
(2021-11-12) hossein alipour: the option "use my proxy server(if present)" is disabled for me and I have the latest version of the chrome!
(2021-11-12) hossein alipour: the option "use my proxy server(if present)" is disabled for me and I have the latest version of the chrome!
(2021-10-12) Samson L: 貌似取决于你用的DNS是什么，试了几款变换DNS有些都会暴露IP，后面找到一款不会的了
(2021-10-03) Совсем не работает на Chrome.
(2021-08-25) Honoré SABATIER: Chrome use 50% of my uc when this extension is activated. I use this from years, not sure when it started to melt my computer.
(2021-08-25) Honoré SABATIER: Chrome use 50% of my uc when this extension is activated. I use this from years, not sure when it started to melt my computer.
(2021-08-21) Kelly Kane: This should just be baked into Chrome so that WebRTC honors proxy selections.
(2021-08-21) Kelly Kane: This should just be baked into Chrome so that WebRTC honors proxy selections.
(2021-08-15) KingKoncorde (KingKoncorde): Using newest version chrome beta, the 'use my proxy server' option is greyed out. It says require newer version of chrome.
(2021-08-15) KingKoncorde (KingKoncorde): Using newest version chrome beta, the 'use my proxy server' option is greyed out. It says require newer version of chrome.
(2021-08-03) Igor: К сожалению уже данное расширение не работает на 92 версии, не тратьте время на его, воспользуйтесь альтернативой.
(2021-06-09) Generic General: Que mal :/ :/ :/ , ya no funciona para las nuevas versiones de Google Chrome. Era muy sencilla y práctica esta extensión, pero GOOGLE debe actualizarla para que vuelva a funcionar. ESTÁ SIN ACTUALIZAR DESDE LA FECHA: " 8 de enero de 2016 " . ALGÚN DESARROLLADOR DE GOOGLE DEBE ACTUALIZARLA
(2021-05-13) Данило Тєрєхов: Не работает совершенно, а функция "Use my proxy server (if present)" даже не отвечает на клик, её нельзя даже выбрать.
(2021-05-11) Gerry P: It's no small wonder this extension doesn't work - IT HASN'T BEEN UPDATED SINCE 01/2016!!! I'm checking out WebRTC Network Limiter.
(2021-05-11) Gerry P: It's no small wonder this extension doesn't work - IT HASN'T BEEN UPDATED SINCE 01/2016!!! I'm checking out WebRTC Network Limiter.
(2021-05-10) ADVIK SINGHAL: how to use ?
(2021-05-05) EBENEEZER SCROOGE: 05 MAY 2021 ... ... I am using it on BRAVE > Version 1.24.82 Chromium: 90.0.4430.93 (Official Build) (64-bit) The option to use the "Proxy" is grayed out. I am being told that is because it is due to CHROME being out of date >> "Grayed out options require newer version of Chrome." I am using the newest version of BRAVE, and it is up to date. Likely some difference between the GOOGLE version and the CHROME that BRAVE employs ... though I do not know that for sure. I ONLY use the browser ... I do not spend any time trying to know anything about it. Anyway ... any other experiences similar to this?
(2021-05-05) EBENEEZER SCROOGE: 05 MAY 2021 ... ... I am using it on BRAVE > Version 1.24.82 Chromium: 90.0.4430.93 (Official Build) (64-bit) The option to use the "Proxy" is grayed out. I am being told that is because it is due to CHROME being out of date >> "Grayed out options require newer version of Chrome." I am using the newest version of BRAVE, and it is up to date. Likely some difference between the GOOGLE version and the CHROME that BRAVE employs ... though I do not know that for sure. I ONLY use the browser ... I do not spend any time trying to know anything about it. Anyway ... any other experiences similar to this?
(2021-04-23) Yury Zhukov: Не работает. Последний пункт в параметрах не активен.
(2021-03-22) cir yxam: is not blocking webRTC leaking of internal IP# when using VPN, your privacy would be compromise when VPN is not blocking webRTC traffic, do your own proper tests by using these sites; https://browserleaks.com/webrtc https://webrtc.github.io/samples/src/content/peerconnection/trickle-ice/ [ click GATHER CANDIDATES button at page bottom, there should be no your local IP addresses reported ] remove extension & report ABUSE to google !!! keep in mind that google is MAKER of this extension !!!
(2021-03-22) cir yxam: is not blocking webRTC leaking of internal IP# when using VPN, your privacy would be compromise when VPN is not blocking webRTC traffic, do your own proper tests by using these sites; https://browserleaks.com/webrtc https://webrtc.github.io/samples/src/content/peerconnection/trickle-ice/ [ click GATHER CANDIDATES button at page bottom, there should be no your local IP addresses reported ] remove extension & report ABUSE to google !!! keep in mind that google is MAKER of this extension !!!
(2021-02-14) x chu: ok,装上就把斗鱼上传给禁了
(2021-02-06) 天山童姥: The fourth option is not available, hope to fix it soon
(2021-02-06) 天山童姥: The fourth option is not available, hope to fix it soon
(2021-02-05) Maksim Ber: Options "Use my proxy server" is disabled. Using latest (88.0.4324.150) chrome version in today. It worked in previous versions. I use the option, from chrome://flags/ #enable-webrtc-hide-local-ips-with-mdns
(2021-02-05) Maksim Ber: Options "Use my proxy server" is disabled. Using latest (88.0.4324.150) chrome version in today. It worked in previous versions. I use the option, from chrome://flags/ #enable-webrtc-hide-local-ips-with-mdns
(2021-02-05) Peter K. (katarakt): Can't select the 4th option ("Use my proxy server"), as it's grayed out. The very last line in the extension options window states that "grayed out options require newer version of Chrome". I'm using the latest build - just checked and updated, the About page says it's up to date, but the 4th option is still grayed out. In essence, this extension seems to be broken and useless to me.
(2021-02-05) Peter K. (katarakt): Can't select the 4th option ("Use my proxy server"), as it's grayed out. The very last line in the extension options window states that "grayed out options require newer version of Chrome". I'm using the latest build - just checked and updated, the About page says it's up to date, but the 4th option is still grayed out. In essence, this extension seems to be broken and useless to me.

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