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Kiroku Chrome Extension — Save Any Web Page in One Click

Install the official Kiroku Chrome extension to archive web pages instantly. One click captures a screenshot, self-contained HTML, and AI summary. Also supports right-click link archiving.

Kiroku Editorial TeamPublished: April 8, 2026Updated: April 8, 20265 min
Kiroku Editorial Team

This article reflects the extension as of April 2026. Features may change in future updates.

Quick Take
  • One click on the toolbar icon archives the current page
  • Right-click any link to archive the destination without opening it
  • Archive page opens automatically in a new tab after saving
  • If you're logged into kiroku.today, Pro features like private archives work automatically
  • Supports both English and Japanese interfaces

The Kiroku Chrome extension lets you archive the page you're viewing with a single click — no need to open kiroku.today and paste a URL. It also adds right-click context menu options to save the current page or any link directly. Archives are created with the same screenshot, HTML, and AI summary pipeline as the main site.

When you want to save a web page, opening kiroku.today and copy-pasting the URL is a small but real friction point. If you're scrolling through social media or reading an article that might disappear, that extra step can mean missing the moment entirely.

The Kiroku Chrome extension removes that friction. Click the toolbar icon, and the page you're viewing is archived instantly — screenshot, HTML, and AI summary included.

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What the extension does

Direct Answer

The Kiroku Chrome extension is the official browser extension for Kiroku. It lets you archive any web page directly from Chrome without visiting kiroku.today first. Every archive includes an automated screenshot, self-contained HTML, and an AI-generated summary — the same output you get from the main site.

Two archiving methods are available: clicking the toolbar icon to save the current page, or right-clicking to save the current page or a specific link.

  • Toolbar icon click — archives the page in the active tab
  • Right-click on page — 'Save this page to Kiroku'
  • Right-click on link — 'Save this link to Kiroku' (archives the link target without opening it)
  • Archive page opens automatically in the next tab
  • Language adapts to your Chrome language setting (English or Japanese)
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How to install

3 Easy Steps
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Open the Chrome Web Store

Search for 'Kiroku' in the Chrome Web Store, or go directly to the extension's listing page.

2
Click 'Add to Chrome'

Click the 'Add to Chrome' button. When the confirmation dialog appears, click 'Add extension'.

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Pin to toolbar (recommended)

Click the puzzle-piece icon in Chrome's toolbar (Extensions menu), then click the pin icon next to Kiroku. This keeps the Kiroku icon visible at all times for one-click access.

Minimal permissions

The extension only requests two permissions: access to the active tab and the ability to add context menu items. It does not read your browsing history or request access to all sites. The only external communication is with kiroku.today.

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How to use it

Direct Answer

Once installed, you can start archiving pages immediately. There are two ways to save a page.

2 Easy Steps
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Method 1: Toolbar icon

Navigate to the page you want to save and click the Kiroku icon in the toolbar. A '...' badge appears while the archive is being created. When it changes to 'OK', the archive is ready and the archive page opens in a new tab.

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Method 2: Right-click menu

Right-click on an empty area of the page and select 'Save this page to Kiroku'. To archive a link without opening it first, right-click the link and select 'Save this link to Kiroku'.

Pages that cannot be saved

Chrome internal pages (chrome:// URLs), extension pages, and about: pages cannot be archived. The extension works with regular web pages and X (Twitter) posts.

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Using with Kiroku Pro

Direct Answer

If you're logged into kiroku.today with a Pro account, the extension automatically uses your Pro features. No additional login is needed — the extension shares your kiroku.today session.

  • Archives are linked to your account when logged in
  • If you've set private archiving as default in your dashboard, extension saves are private too
  • Evidence packs and RFC 3161 timestamps work as usual
  • When not logged in, archives are created as guest (public, up to 100 per 24 hours)
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When to use the extension

Direct Answer

The extension is most valuable in 'save it now' situations where opening a separate tab would break your flow.

  • Spotted defamatory content on social media — one click to preserve evidence
  • Suspicious job posting or real estate listing — archive it before it changes
  • Monitoring competitor pricing pages — right-click to save each link in sequence
  • Reading a news article that might be paywalled or taken down — archive instantly
  • Terms of service or privacy policy change notification — save the before-and-after versions
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Tips for daily use

  • Pin the extension to your toolbar so it's always one click away
  • Use the right-click link option to archive pages from search results or social feeds without opening them first
  • The archive page opens automatically after saving, so you can verify the capture immediately
  • X (Twitter) post URLs work the same way — one click to archive with Kiroku's dedicated renderer

Summary

The Kiroku Chrome extension lets you archive the page you're viewing with a single click — no need to open kiroku.today and paste a URL. It also adds right-click context menu options to save the current page or any link directly. Archives are created with the same screenshot, HTML, and AI summary pipeline as the main site.

About the author
Kiroku Editorial Team
Editorial team focused on web preservation workflows

The Kiroku Editorial Team researches practical workflows for preserving public web pages, monitoring changes, and preparing archives that remain understandable later.

Expertise

  • Public web archiving workflows
  • Evidence preservation for X posts and web pages
  • URL monitoring and change tracking
  • AI search visibility and structured data implementation

Research and update policy

  • We prioritize primary sources such as official documentation, platform help centers, public institutions, and direct product verification.
  • When platform behavior or product capabilities change, we update the guide body and refresh the visible modified date.
  • Claims about Kiroku features are based on direct testing or code-level verification of the implementation.
  • We do not present legal guidance as certainty and recommend professional review for jurisdiction-specific questions.

FAQ

Is it free?

Yes. The Kiroku Chrome extension is free to install and use. As a guest, you can create up to 100 public archives per 24 hours. Subscribing to Pro unlocks private archives, evidence packs, and more.

Does it work on Firefox or Safari?

Currently the extension is available for Google Chrome only. Support for other browsers is under consideration for the future.

What permissions does it need?

Only two: 'activeTab' (to read the URL of the page you're viewing when you click the icon) and 'contextMenus' (to add items to the right-click menu). It does not access your browsing history or all site data. It communicates only with kiroku.today.

Does installing the extension change my archive limits?

No. The extension is a shortcut for saving to kiroku.today. Your archive limits depend on your account type (Guest or Pro), not on whether you use the extension.

Can I archive X (Twitter) posts with the extension?

Yes. Open an X post page and click the icon, or right-click a post link in the timeline to archive it. Kiroku's dedicated X renderer captures the full post card including text, author, timestamp, and quoted content.

Sources

Install the Chrome extension

Archive any web page in one click. Screenshots, HTML, and AI summaries are captured automatically. Free to use.

Open Chrome Web Store