How does this auditor help me get a Chrome Web Store 'Featured' badge?

This skill performs a deep-dive audit of your extension's codebase, store listing, and privacy policy against Google's specific quality guidelines to identify exactly what is preventing you from earning a 'Featured' badge.

Does this work for both Manifest V2 and V3 extensions?

Yes, the skill is fully compatible with both Manifest V2 and V3 architectures, analyzing your manifest files and API usage to ensure they meet modern security and performance standards.

Can the skill automatically check my Google Developer Dashboard status?

While it cannot log into your private dashboard, it provides a comprehensive checklist of account-level requirements (like publisher verification) for you to confirm alongside its technical audit.

What exactly is included in the purchase of this skill?

You receive the complete auditing logic and reporting framework, which includes eligibility gating, codebase analysis, and a prioritized action plan to resolve blockers.

Why should I use this skill instead of just asking a standard AI to review my code?

Unlike generic AI prompts, this skill uses a structured reference system mapped to actual Google reviewer criteria, focusing on qualitative factors like 'Intuitive UX' and 'Privacy Disclosure' that standard scans miss.

Chrome Extension Featured Badge Auditor

I have audited the task-flow-pro extension codebase and its live store listing against the Chrome Web Store Featured badge criteria.

CWS Badge Readiness — Task Flow Pro v2.1.0

Verdict

Not Ready. While the extension follows technical best practices like Manifest V3 and permission minimization, the store listing assets are insufficient for human review, and a critical bfcache hazard was found in the content scripts.

Scorecard

#	Area	Status	Evidence
1	Manifest Version	✅ Pass	`manifest.json`: uses MV3.
2	Permissions	✅ Pass	Only `storage` and `tabs` requested; strictly minimized.
3	Performance	❌ Fail	`content_script.js:42`: `unload` listener blocks bfcache.
4	Listing Images	⚠️ Partial	Promo tile (440x280) is missing from the repository and store.
5	Privacy Policy	✅ Pass	Linked policy matches `chrome.storage` usage patterns.
6	UX / Onboarding	⚠️ Partial	No dedicated options page or first-run tutorial detected.

Blockers (must fix before nominating)

Remove Unload Handlers: The use of window.addEventListener('unload', ...) prevents the page from being cached, hurting browser performance. Use pagehide or modern lifecycle events.
2.

Missing Promo Assets: The Featured badge review requires a 440x280 Small Promo Tile. Currently, the listing uses a generic icon crop.

High-impact improvements (won't block, but reviewers look here)

Screenshot Quality: Current screenshots show the entire browser window. Crop to the extension UI to improve clarity on the store page.
2. Onboarding Flow: Add an options_page or a welcome tab on install to guide the user through the initial setup.

Needs manual check

Publisher Verification: Ensure your developer account is verified in the Account tab of the CWS Dashboard.
Account Standing: Confirm no pending policy violations exist under the Status section.

Nomination

Shortest path to ready:

Replace unload listeners with visibilitychange in content_script.js.
Generate and upload a 440x280 promo tile.
Update the description to include a clear "How to use" section.

Next steps

Would you like me to refactor the unload listener in content_script.js now?
I can draft a more compelling store description that highlights the "Single Purpose" requirement.
Should I generate a list of required dimensions for your missing promo assets?

Frequently Asked Questions

Chrome Extension Featured Badge Auditor