Browser Extensions
The PanDev Metrics browser extension automatically tracks developer activity in web browsers. It captures time spent on documentation, research, and working with web-based tools — providing a complete picture of developer workflow.
Key Features
- Zero-click tracking — tracking starts automatically when you browse
- Privacy-first — no page content or screenshots captured
- Secure — data transmitted over HTTPS/TLS
- Configurable — whitelist or blacklist specific domains
Installation
The PanDev Metrics extension is available in the Chrome Web Store for Chromium-based browsers and Firefox Add-ons for Mozilla Firefox:
Install PanDev Metrics from Chrome Web Store
Install PanDev Metrics from Firefox Add-ons
Supported Browsers
| Browser | Installation Guide |
|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Chrome Installation |
| Mozilla Firefox | Firefox Installation |
| Opera | Opera Installation |
| Microsoft Edge | Edge Installation |
| Arc | Arc Installation |
| Brave | Brave Installation |
| Sidekick | Sidekick Installation |
| Vivaldi | Vivaldi Installation |
| Whale (Naver) | Whale Installation |
| Yandex Browser | Yandex Installation |
How It Works
- Install — get the extension from Chrome Web Store
- Configure — enter Server URL and credentials
- Browse — the extension tracks activity silently in the background
- Analyze — view metrics in the PanDev Metrics dashboard
What Gets Tracked
The extension captures:
- Domain names — which websites you visit
- Page titles — what pages you're viewing
- Time spent — how long you spend on each site
- Categories — automatic classification (documentation, research, tools)
Privacy Note
No page content, form data, or screenshots are ever captured. Only metadata about your browsing activity is collected.
Connection Settings
For Cloud (SaaS):
- Server URL:
https://metrics-cloud.pandev.io
For On-Premise:
- Server URL: Your PanDev Metrics server address
Troubleshooting
Extension not tracking?
- Check that the extension is enabled in your browser
- Verify connection settings (Server URL, credentials)
- Check that the site is not in the excluded domains list
Data not appearing in dashboard?
- Allow a few minutes for data to sync
- Check your network connection
- Verify that you're logged in with correct credentials