How to Install Extensions on Arc Browser on Windows 11

Extensions add powerful functionality to your browser—whether it’s ad blocking, password management, productivity tools, or developer utilities. If you’re using Arc Browser on Windows 11, the good news is that it supports most Chrome extensions because it’s built on Chromium.

That means you can install extensions directly from the Chrome Web Store and use them just like you would in Chrome.

Install Extensions on Arc Browser on Windows 11

The steps below walk you through installing extensions in Arc, managing them, and troubleshooting if something doesn’t appear correctly.

1. Open Arc Browser

First, launch Arc Browser on your Windows 11 PC.

Make sure:

• You’re signed in (if required)
• The browser is updated to the latest version

Using the latest build ensures maximum extension compatibility.

2. Visit the Chrome Web Store

Arc supports extensions from the Chrome Web Store.

1. Open a new tab in Arc.
2. Go to the official Chrome Web Store website.
3. Browse or search for the extension you want to install.

You can install most Chrome-compatible extensions in Arc without modification.

3. Install the Extension

Once you find the extension:

1. Click on the extension name to open its page.
2. Click Add to Chrome.
3. When prompted, click Add extension.

Even though it says “Add to Chrome,” it installs into Arc because Arc uses the Chromium engine.

4. Access Installed Extensions in Arc

After installation:

1. Click the extensions icon in Arc’s toolbar (if visible).
2. Or open Arc’s Settings.
3. Navigate to the Extensions section.

Here you can:

• Enable or disable extensions
• Remove extensions
• Manage permissions

5. Pin Extensions to the Toolbar (Optional)

If you want quick access to an extension:

1. Click the extensions icon in the toolbar.
2. Find the installed extension.
3. Click the pin icon next to it.

This makes the extension icon visible directly in the browser bar.

6. Update Extensions in Arc

Extensions usually update automatically, but you can force updates if needed.

1. Open the extensions management page (type arc://extensions if supported).
2. Enable Developer mode (if available).
3. Click Update to check for new versions.

Keeping extensions updated improves performance and security.

7. Remove or Disable Extensions

If an extension causes problems:

1. Go to Arc’s Extensions settings.
2. Click Remove to uninstall it.
3. Or toggle it Off to disable it temporarily.

This helps if Arc becomes slow or unstable after installing an extension.

8. Troubleshoot Extensions Not Working

If an extension doesn’t appear or function correctly:

• Restart Arc Browser
• Update Arc to the latest version
• Disable conflicting extensions
• Reinstall the extension

If Arc itself behaves oddly, updating Windows 11 may also help.

Wrapping Up

Installing extensions on Arc Browser in Windows 11 is straightforward thanks to its Chromium foundation. By using the Chrome Web Store, you gain access to thousands of extensions for productivity, security, and customization.

Once installed, managing extensions is easy, and most work just like they do in Chrome. With the right setup, Arc becomes even more powerful on Microsoft Windows, giving you a personalized browsing experience tailored to your workflow.