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Notifier for GitHub Chrome extension

Notifier for GitHub keeps your unread GitHub notification count visible on the toolbar and alerts you when new activity comes in, so you don't have to keep checking the GitHub tab. It's best for developers who want a lightweight nudge. The catch: it covers notification counts, not full issue or PR management.

  • PriceFree
  • CategoryDeveloper Tools
  • Works inChrome, Edge, Brave (desktop)
  • ✓No account needed

Last checked against the Chrome Web Store listing · Independent, not affiliated with Google

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Pros

  • shows unread notification count directly on the toolbar icon
  • desktop alert on new activity keeps you from missing updates
  • lightweight, single-purpose extension

Cons

  • doesn't let you read or manage notifications from the extension itself
  • requires being signed into GitHub to fetch your notification count
  • covers notification counts only, not broader GitHub activity

Best for

  • developers who want a toolbar reminder of unread GitHub notifications
  • people who miss GitHub activity while working in other tabs
  • quick at-a-glance checks without opening GitHub

Skip it if

  • users wanting to manage issues or PRs directly from the extension
  • anyone who prefers checking GitHub manually without a badge or alert

Key features

  • unread GitHub notification count badge
  • desktop alert on new notifications
  • toolbar icon for at-a-glance status
  • works with your existing GitHub sign-in

What Notifier for GitHub does

Notifier for GitHub displays your unread GitHub notification count as a badge on its toolbar icon and sends a desktop alert when new notifications arrive. It's meant to save you from repeatedly checking GitHub's notifications tab, especially if you spend most of your time in other tabs or tools.

Notifier for GitHub free vs paid

The Chrome Web Store listing describes a single feature set, unread count and desktop alerts, without mentioning a separate paid tier. What you see in the listing is the extension's full functionality.

Is Notifier for GitHub safe?

To show your unread count, the extension needs access to your GitHub notifications, which requires you to be signed into GitHub in the browser. It doesn't appear to offer notification management beyond the count and alert, keeping its scope narrow.

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Notifier for GitHub: FAQs

Is Notifier for GitHub free?

The Chrome Web Store listing presents it as a free tool without describing a paid tier.

How do I use Notifier for GitHub?

Install it, sign into GitHub in your browser, then watch the toolbar badge for your unread count and desktop alerts for new activity.

Does Notifier for GitHub let me read notifications directly?

No, it shows the unread count and alerts you to new activity; clicking through takes you to GitHub's own notifications page to read them.

Why isn't my notification count updating?

Check that you're signed into GitHub in the same browser and that the extension has permission to run; a refresh of your GitHub session can also help.

What are alternatives to Notifier for GitHub?

Other GitHub notification badge extensions, or GitHub's own email and mobile app notifications, offer similar alerting.

Does Notifier for GitHub work with GitHub Enterprise?

The listing describes it for standard GitHub notifications; check its permissions or support info if you use a GitHub Enterprise instance.

Do I need to log in separately to the extension?

No, it relies on your existing GitHub sign-in in the browser rather than requiring a separate login.

Does it show notifications for repositories I don't own?

It reflects your GitHub notification inbox, which includes activity on repositories you watch or are mentioned in, not just ones you own.

Can I mute notifications temporarily?

Check the extension's own settings for a mute or pause option, or adjust your GitHub notification preferences directly.

Does the badge count reset automatically?

It should update as you read notifications on GitHub, reflecting your current unread count each time it refreshes.