IEability - Open in IE

Name: IEability - Open in IE
Rating: 4.23 (140 reviews)
Author: ieability

Runs Internet Explorer (IE) in Chrome with IE Tab mode, supporting legacy websites, Java, ActiveX, Flash and enterprise systems.

As of June 2026, IEability - Open in IE has 200,000 users and a 4.23/5 rating from 140 reviews in the Productivity category.

ieability Productivity★ Featured

Chrome Web Store ↗.crx

Users0%

200.0K

200,000

Rating+0.7%

4.23

140 reviews

Reviews+13.8%

140

Version

2.26.17.0

Manifest V3

90-day change · In the last 90 days this extension 2 version updates.

History

11 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 16, 2026.

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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
Apr 16, 2026	200.0K	4.20	123	2.26.14.0
Apr 22, 2026	200.0K	4.20	123	2.26.14.0
Apr 25, 2026	200.0K	4.17	124	2.26.15.0
Apr 28, 2026	200.0K	4.20	129	2.26.15.0
May 7, 2026	200.0K	4.21	130	2.26.15.0
May 13, 2026	200.0K	4.22	132	2.26.15.0
May 18, 2026	200.0K	4.23	134	2.26.15.0
Jun 1, 2026	200.0K	4.21	135	2.26.15.0
Jun 6, 2026	200.0K	4.22	136	2.26.15.0
Jun 10, 2026	200.0K	4.23	138	2.26.15.0
Jun 20, 2026	200.0K	4.24	139	2.26.15.0
Now	200.0K	4.23	140	2.26.17.0

Permissions & access

Permissions: offscreentabscookiesstoragecontextMenusnativeMessagingdownloadsdownloads.opendeclarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
Host access: <all_urls>

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About

IEability integrates the Internet Explorer (IE) rendering engine directly into Chrome, allowing users to open web pages in IE Tab mode seamlessly, just like using a regular Chrome tab.

Access legacy websites, Silverlight, ActiveX, SharePoint, Flash and Java applications seamlessly in Chrome with IE Tab mode!

The ultimate Internet Explorer integration extension, enabling you to browse all websites in a single browser environment.

Ideal for: Enterprise users, developers, and anyone requiring IE compatibility without switching browsers.

### Key Features:

1. Advanced IE Tab Mode:
- Instantly access legacy websites with the native IETab rendering engine.
- Full support for IE versions (IE7 - IE11).
- Perfect for banking, enterprise portals, and outdated web applications.

2. Smart Automation:
- Automatically switch to IE Tab mode based on custom URL rules.
- Seamless cookie synchronization between Chrome and IE.
- Single sign-on support—no repeated logins required.

3. Enterprise-Grade Compatibility:
- Complete support for ActiveX controls.
- Full compatibility with Flash, Java, SharePoint, and Silverlight.
- Includes built-in IE Developer Tools for efficient debugging.

4. Effortless User Experience:
- Operates just like a standard Chrome tab.
- Quick and smooth switching between Chrome and IE modes.
- Clean and familiar interface for ease of use.

### Important Notes:

- A Windows-compatible helper application (ieability.exe) is required.
- Installation path: `C:\Users\[Username]\AppData\Local\ieability\ieability.exe`

### FAQ:

1. Why is ieability.exe necessary?
It enables integration of the IE engine within Chrome, especially after NPAPI support was discontinued.

2. Is it safe?
Yes, it is fully security-certified and virus-scanned. You can verify its safety at: (https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/123437a7f07d96d245681620b4103af2e05b2dab3a7e22a6d987e734e975bcaf).

### License Information:

- Basic Version: Free forever.
- Premium Version: Unlocks advanced features for enhanced functionality.

For more details, view our Privacy Policy: (https://ieability.com/privacy.html)