My school has blocked Leaf, Finite, School Planner, and LiveClip. Are there other Leaf Browser clones available that don’t have the word “browser” in their names?
I’ve been keeping an eye on browser extensions for a while now, mainly out of curiosity and a bit of experience managing browser security in educational environments. Yes, there are definitely Leaf Browser clones floating around the Chrome Web Store. One such extension goes by the name “Leaf Browser Clone in Chrome with OffiDocs”. It mimics the original Leaf Browser, allowing users to navigate around basic restrictions, like school firewalls. But here’s the thing: even if it’s cleverly disguised, using such tools can land you in hot water if your school monitors this stuff closely.”
Totally agree with @richaaroy, I’ve been involved in testing and reviewing browser tools for a few years now, and I can confirm that “Leaf Browser Clone in Chrome with OffiDocs” stands out as one of the more accessible clones. What makes it different is that it removes tab nesting and directly integrates with the OffiDocs Chromium platform, which changes the browsing experience just enough to feel like something new. But don’t be fooled—it’s still essentially a re-skinned Leaf Browser. And yes, schools are getting smarter about spotting these too.
Adding on to what @tim-khorev said, coming from someone who’s explored experimental browser extensions for side projects, there’s also something called ‘Energy Browser’ that’s worth mentioning. It’s a reworked version of Leaf, and while it doesn’t directly use the “Leaf Browser Clone in Chrome with OffiDocs” title, its base code has Leaf Browser’s DNA all over it. It aims to be faster and more user-friendly, with updates in the pipeline for features like ad-blocking and UI redesign. But again—school networks can flag these, and misuse might violate usage agreements