Register your account
1
Open the Developer Console
Navigate to the Chrome Web Store Developer Console.
2
Sign in with Google
Sign in with the Google account you want tied to your developer identity. If you’re building for a team or company, use a shared account rather than a personal one.
3
Accept the developer agreement
Read and accept the Google Chrome Web Store Developer Agreement.
4
Pay the registration fee
Complete the one-time $5 USD payment via Google Pay or credit card. This is not a recurring subscription — you pay once to verify your account.
5
Confirm your account is active
Once payment processes, your developer account is active. You can now publish up to 20 extensions from this account.
Account setup recommendations
- Use a dedicated account. Avoid your personal primary Gmail. A separate account can be shared with collaborators as your project scales.
- Enable two-factor authentication. If your developer account is compromised, every extension you’ve published and all their users are at risk. Enable 2FA before you do anything else.
- Choose the right identity type. If you’re publishing as a company, select Organization during signup so your developer name matches your brand.
What you can do from the dashboard
Once your account is active, the Developer Console gives you access to:- Upload new extensions and manage existing ones
- Track install counts and active user numbers
- View and respond to user reviews
- Access crash reports and performance data
- Manage privacy declarations and distribution settings