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HNPES - HackerNews Search by Leandro Ferreira

Extension that instantly finds and displays Hacker News discussions for the current webpage, with sorting, social sharing, and local caching

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About this extension
HNPES (Hacker News Previous Entry Search) is a powerful Chrome extension that helps you discover and engage with Hacker News discussions about any webpage you're visiting.

Key Features:
• Instantly search for any current webpage on Hacker News
• View previous discussions with detailed information (points, comments, date, author)
• Sort results by date, number of comments, or points
• Share content directly to multiple platforms:
- Hacker News
- Twitter/X
- Reddit
- LinkedIn
- Facebook
- Bluesky
• Customize which sharing buttons you want to display
• Dark mode support for comfortable viewing
• Privacy mode to control data collection
• Advanced caching for faster results
• Multilingual support (English, Portuguese, Spanish)
• Keyboard shortcuts for quick access

Perfect for:
• Tech enthusiasts who want to find discussions about articles
• Developers checking if their content has been shared
• Readers looking for insightful comments and perspectives
• Anyone who wants to engage with the Hacker News community

Privacy & Security:
• No user data collection
• Local storage only for preferences
• Easy option to clear cached data
• Open source code available on GitHub

This extension enhances your browsing experience by connecting you with the valuable discussions happening on Hacker News. Whether you're a regular HN user or just discovering the community, HNPES helps you find and participate in meaningful conversations about the content you care about.

Installation is quick, and the interface is clean and intuitive. Configure the extension to match your preferences and start discovering the wealth of knowledge shared by the Hacker News community.

Note: This extension is not affiliated with Y Combinator or Hacker News. It uses the official Algolia HN Search API to provide results.
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Required permissions:

  • Input data to the clipboard

Optional permissions:

  • Access your data for all websites

Data collection:

  • The developer says this extension doesn't require data collection.
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Version
1.2.2
Size
111.52 KB
Last updated
8 days ago (Feb 12, 2026)
Related Categories
  • Feeds, News & Blogging
  • Search Tools
License
BSD 2-Clause "Simplified" License
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