EXT Shed (Turns off extensions) is a smart browser extension scheduler that gives you complete control over when your extensions run. With this plugin, you can easily enable or disable any browser extension on a set schedule. It allows you to activate only the extensions you need, when you need them, and disable the rest — helping you improve both productivity and browser performance.
Key Features:
📅 Day-Specific Scheduling
📊 Here are the key features of extension:
Schedule Chrome extensions to enable or disable automatically on specific days and times.
Day-specific scheduling for flexible control.
Password protection to secure extension settings.
Light and dark theme support for a personalized look.
15-day free trial period; after expiry, only current-day scheduling is allowed unless premium is unlocked.
Clears previous schedules after trial ends for security and compliance.
Simple, user-friendly interface with no changes to the UI design.
Improves browser performance by managing extension activity automatically.
Set unique disable/enable times for each day of the week
Monday through Sunday can have completely different schedules
Perfect for work vs. weekend routines
⏰ Precise Time Control
Choose exact times when extensions should turn off and on
Disable Time: When extensions automatically turn off
Enable Time: When extensions automatically turn back on
Real-time status display shows current scheduler state
🔒 Extension Shed Lock (Password Protection)
Secure your settings with password protection
Prevent unauthorized changes to your schedules
Lock modal appears when opening the extension
Customizable password (minimum 4 characters)
🎨 Theme Support
Auto: Adapts to your system theme
Light: Clean, bright interface
Dark: Easy on the eyes for night use
📊 Smart Management
Visual grid of all manageable extensions
See disabled extensions count in real-time
List of currently disabled extensions
Easy checkbox selection for each extension
Extension icons and names clearly displayed
⚡ Performance Benefits
Reduce browser memory usage
Speed up browser performance
Minimize distractions during focus hours
Only run extensions when you actually need them
🎯 Use Cases:
Disable social media extensions during work hours (9 AM - 5 PM weekdays)
Turn off shopping extensions except on weekends
Disable entertainment extensions during study time
Create focus periods by blocking distraction extensions
Optimize browser performance by running fewer extensions
💾 Automatic Execution
Set your schedule once, it runs automatically
No manual toggling needed
Extensions enable/disable at specified times
Background worker ensures scheduling runs reliably
🔐 Privacy & Security
Password stored locally in Chrome storage
No data sent to external servers
Complete control over your extension management
Self-protection: EXT Shed doesn't show itself in the manageable list
This extension is perfect for anyone looking to boost productivity, improve browser performance, and maintain better focus by automating when browser extensions are active throughout the day and week.
💻 How to Use This Extension:
Open the extension popup from your Chrome toolbar.
Select the extensions you want to schedule from the list.
Choose the days of the week and set the enable/disable times for each day.
Click “Save Schedule” to apply your settings.
(Optional) Set a password to lock your schedule settings for extra security.
Switch between light and dark themes using the theme selector.
During the 15-day trial, you can schedule any day. After the trial, only the current day can be scheduled unless you unlock premium.
The extension will automatically enable or disable your selected extensions based on your schedule.