Chiikawa Wallpaper New Tap
Displays HD Chiikawa wallpapers on each new tab with shortcuts, clock, and search bar.
What it does
Permissions and access
Taken from the extension's own manifest file inside the package. The store listing does not spell this out, so it is worth reading before you install.
| Permission | What it allows |
|---|---|
search | Run searches in your default search engine |
Requests 1 permission — extensions doing the same job average 2.9.
Technical details
Description
The Chiikawa Wallpaper New Tap extension transforms your browser's new tab page into a gallery of adorable, high-definition wallpapers featuring Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi. Each time you open a new tab, a fresh, carefully selected image from a curated set of 10 wallpapers appears, capturing these beloved kawaii characters in heartwarming and playful moments. This extension is designed for fans who want to brighten their browsing experience with cute anime-style backgrounds without any hassle.
Features
- HD Wallpapers - Every new tab displays a high-quality Chiikawa wallpaper, automatically rotated from a handpicked collection. The images are optimized for various screen sizes, ensuring crisp and vibrant visuals that make your browser feel fresh and personalized.
- Popular Site Shortcuts - The new tab page includes quick-access icons to commonly visited websites, saving you time from typing URLs or searching through bookmarks. These shortcuts are pre-configured but fully customizable to match your browsing habits.
- Add & Remove Shortcuts - You can personalize the shortcut bar by adding your most-used sites or removing the default ones. This flexibility lets you tailor the new tab page to your workflow, whether for work, study, or leisure.
- Clock & Date Display - A stylish, readable clock and date widget is placed neatly on the new tab page, helping you keep track of time without needing to glance at your system tray. It updates automatically and blends seamlessly with the wallpaper.
- Search Bar - A built-in search bar allows you to perform web searches directly from the new tab page using your preferred search engine. This feature streamlines the browsing process by eliminating the extra step of navigating to a search engine homepage.
Beyond the core features, the extension provides easy access to additional resources: explore more kawaii-themed extensions from the developer's site, review the privacy policy to understand data handling, contact support for any issues, uninstall the extension if needed, and rate the app to share your feedback. The extension is developed by Gameograf.com, a creator of high-quality Chrome new tab themes across categories like anime, sports, music, and pop culture. All links and affiliate disclosures are transparently presented to ensure user trust and compliance with Chrome guidelines.
Extensions that do the same job
Matched by what these extensions actually do, not by store category, and sorted so the ones asking for the least access come first.
| Extension | Site access | Permissions | Users | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiikawa Wallpaper New Tap — this page | Limited | 1 | 1K | 4.7★ |
| Macify - Gorgeous Aerial Videos as Your New Tab | Limited | 4 | 8K | 4.9★ |
| Spatium | Limited | 3 | 4K | 4.7★ |
| Modern Glass Widget Theme-X Evolution | Limited | 4 | 3K | 4.4★ |
| Anime Girl and Kuromi Live Wallpaper | Limited | 1 | 1K | 4.8★ |
| Art New Tabs | Limited | 0 | 1K | 4.0★ |
| ESA/Hubble Top 100 Images | Limited | 0 | 1K | 4.7★ |
Want the same thing with less access? GIPHY for Chrome, Automate Bing Searches Rewards, WhatsApp Web Designer - Themes & Backgrounds ask for fewer permissions than this one.
Store data last checked August 14, 2026.