Quick Answer: Is Blocked by the Administrator Chrome Extension?
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This means the extension is blocked by the administrator who maintains policies. Google Chrome Extensions are disabled by design due to Chrome stability and security. If you are that administrator, you can whitelist this extension by updating the policies.

How do I bypass Chrome extensions blocked by administrator?

Solution

  1. Close Chrome.
  2. Search for “regedit” in Start menu.
  3. Right click on regedit.exe and click “Run as administrator”
  4. Go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesGoogle.
  5. Remove the entire “Chrome” container.
  6. Open Chrome and try to install the extension.

How do I download extensions if Chrome is blocked by administrator Chromebook?

Error: … blocked by the administrator (Chrome App or Extension)

  1. Navigate to Apps & Extensions.
  2. Select the target OU.
  3. Select the USERS & BROWSERS tab at the top of the page.
  4. Ensure the proper setting for Allow users to install other apps & extensions is set to your desired configuration.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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