UIPath Chrome Extension query

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Unfortunately the company I work for has disabled this due to it’s low score from a security POV.

Is there an alternative way to communicate with UPath on Google Chrome?

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Hello @steve1977beyond ,

Try switching to MS EDGE.

or

Try using below steps i found from LLM.

Native Host Only Installation (No Group Policy Changes Required)

UiPath introduced a Native Host Only installation method that allows Chrome automation without modifying Group Policies. This method still uses the extension but avoids the usual policy restrictions.

Steps:

  • In UiPath Studio, go to Home > Tools > UiPath Extensions.
  • Select Chrome Extension, then choose Native Host Only from the dropdown.
  • Click Install.

Alternatively, use the command line:
“C:\Program Files\UiPath\Studio\UiPath\SetupExtensions.exe” /chromenativehostglobal

Or during MSI installation:
UiPathStudio.msi ADDLOCAL=DesktopFeature,Studio,Robot,RegisterService,ChromeExtension CHROME_INSTALL_TYPE=NativeHostOnly

Please try and let us know if anything is required.

Happy Automation

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@steve1977beyond,

Nope, UiPath Chrome Extension must be installed and enabled for interacting with the Chrome browser.

Get it whitelisted by coordinating with UiPath support and your system admin. This is the only way.

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Hi @steve1977beyond

No, Check with the IT team to add that UiPath to Trusted application like that you can use.

Happy Automation

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After speaking to IT today, they have a tool which measures the security of all plug ins and this one didnt rate highly.

However, the previous version of the UiPath plug in was fine as far as they’re concerned.

Has something been omitted from the latest version?

Or can i use a previous version of the plug in?

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Hi @steve1977beyond

In that case, you can install and use previous version. That is alright.

below page lists all chrome extensions, you can pick your last version from here and install the same. Please let me know if you need steps for installation of previous version?

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Hi @steve1977beyond

Can you try with Web Driver Protocol

Regards,

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yeah, they’re fine with me using an older version. But how could i enable an older version on Chrome?

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Hi @steve1977beyond

Please check the list of extensions that I have attached to my above post.

  1. pick the older version that your org approve of.

  2. then click on the link like shown below in the screenshot. I am selecting v 22.5 You can select any.

The image is a table listing extension details with versions, IDs, permissions, and usage notes, featuring a highlighted and boxed 22.5 version ID. (Captioned by AI)
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  1. Once you click on the link, it will open another tab stating “Add to Chrome” or “Get” as shown below on the screen. Click on it.

    This image depicts the listing of the UiPath Browser Automation 23.10 extension, showing its details, ratings, user count, category, and a button labeled 'Get' for installation. (Captioned by AI)
    This image depicts the listing of the UiPath Browser Automation 23.10 extension, showing its details, ratings, user count, category, and a button labeled 'Get' for installation. (Captioned by AI)1257×150 11.8 KB

  2. A pop up would open like below, click on add extension

A dialog prompts to add the 'UiPath Browser Automation 23.10' extension, listing its access and permission details. (Captioned by AI)
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  1. That’s it. Once added, you can view it by visiting link:
    chrome://extensions/

  2. There, you would see UiPath web automation (of the version you choose) installed and enabled.

Please note: sometimes, there are instances when extension installation needs additional step to enable it from command prompt, but you may not need it. Please do all these steps and it should work. If not, let me know.

Hope this helps.

Regards
Sonali

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Using a previous version could cause problems. Typically you need alignment between the robot.exe version and other things like browser extensions. But you can try anyway, just pay close attention to any errors.