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Do PlugMonkey Extensions Work in Incognito Mode?

Yes, PlugMonkey extensions work in Chrome's Incognito mode — but Chrome disables all extensions in Incognito by default. You need to enable each extension manually in Chrome's settings. It takes about 30 seconds and only needs to be done once.

Last updated: March 13, 2026

How to Enable an Extension in Incognito Mode

Follow these steps to allow any PlugMonkey extension in Incognito:
  • Open chrome://extensions in your address bar
  • Find the PlugMonkey extension you want to enable
  • Click Details
  • Scroll down and toggle Allow in Incognito to on
  • Repeat for each extension you want to use in Incognito

What to Know About Incognito Mode

Incognito mode starts each session with a clean slate — no cookies, no saved logins. This means you will need to log into platforms like X.com, Instagram, or Reddit each time you open an Incognito window before the extension can interact with the page. Your PlugMonkey Pro license key is stored separately and carries over, so you do not need to re-activate.

Extension Data in Incognito

Chrome isolates extension storage in Incognito mode. This means settings, filters, and saved data from your regular browsing session may not be available in Incognito. For example, X Unfollow Pro's whitelist or Reddit Scout Pro's keyword list may not appear. When you close the Incognito window, any actions taken during that session are preserved on the platform (unfollows, exports, etc.) but local extension data from the Incognito session is discarded.

When Incognito Mode is Useful

Most users do not need Incognito mode for PlugMonkey extensions. It is primarily useful when you want to manage a secondary account without logging out of your main account, or when testing extensions in a clean browser environment.

Guest Mode vs Incognito

Chrome Guest mode is different from Incognito. Guest mode does not allow any extensions. If you need extension access, use Incognito mode (not Guest mode) and enable the extension as described above.

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