DarKnight: Auto Dark Night Mode by Sunrise/Sunset

DarKnight - Automatic Dark Mode & Light Mode for Chrome

DarKnight enhances your web experience by providing a seamless, automatic transition between Dark Mode and Light Mode based on sunrise/sunset or your custom schedule. Enjoy effortless eye comfort day and night while browsing with DarKnight’s intuitive toolbar button and automatic theme switching.

Key Features:

Automatic Dark/Light Switching: Customizable by sunrise/sunset or set manual schedules for day-to-night mode transitions.

One-Click Theme Toggle: Instantly switch between dark and light themes with the toolbar button.

Per-Site Overrides: Choose specific sites that stay in Light Mode or Dark Mode, while the rest follow the global schedule.

Manual Mode: Lock your favorite theme any time with a single click.

Universal Compatibility: Works across all websites with no setup required.

Lightweight and Fast: Minimal overhead for maximum performance.

Privacy-Focused: Your preferences are stored locally — no data tracking, analytics, or external servers.

How It Works:

Auto Mode: Automatically adjusts the theme based on your local sunrise and sunset times (or your location, if enabled).

Manual Mode: Allows you to toggle themes with one click, even if Auto Mode is active.

Per-Site Settings: Customize the theme for specific websites, keeping your favorites in Light Mode or Dark Mode.

Storage and Performance: Your preferences are saved securely on your device using the browser’s storage API for speed and reliability.

Benefits:

Eye Comfort: Reduces eye strain and glare for late-night reading or long browsing sessions.

Improved Focus: Keeps your browsing experience consistent and easy on the eyes, day or night.

Battery Saving: Dark Mode can help save battery life, especially on OLED screens, by reducing the amount of light emitted.

Faster Navigation: Switch between tabs quickly without the need to adjust your theme repeatedly.

Privacy & Permissions:

No Personal Data: DarKnight does not collect, store, or sell any personal information.

No Analytics or Tracking: Enjoy a completely private browsing experience.

Local Preferences: All your theme preferences (mode, schedule, and per-site rules) are saved locally on your device.

Permissions Explained:

storage: Saves your theme preferences.

scripting: Applies the dark or light theme to visited web pages.

tabs: Toggles themes on the active tab.

<all_urls>: Ensures that DarKnight works across all websites without reading or transmitting page content.

Ideal For:

Nighttime Readers: Perfect for those who read late into the night and want to reduce eye strain.

Developers and Designers: Ensure consistent theming for web projects and enjoy a comfortable coding environment.

Frequent Researchers: Ideal for anyone spending long hours online, whether reading, coding, or browsing.

Anyone Who Loves Dark Mode: While still offering flexibility for light theme exceptions on preferred sites.

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