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The integration of Facebook’s services into the Google Chrome browser occurs primarily through two mechanisms: (1) first-party browser extensions published by Meta (e.g., Facebook Pixel Helper, Facebook Messenger), and (2) third-party plugins or extensions that interact with Facebook’s API. This paper examines the technical architecture of these Chrome plugins, their data collection behaviors, and the resulting privacy implications. It further provides a framework for users to audit, manage, and mitigate potential risks associated with Facebook-related Chrome extensions. facebook plugin chrome