# Pixel Helper Extension

> AnyTrack Pixel Helper is a free Chrome extension that detects Meta, Google, TikTok, Reddit, and 30+ tracking pixels on any website. Inspect live event fires, validate parameters, and debug your AnyTrack Tag without touching code.

Install the AnyTrack Pixel Helper Chrome Extension for direct access to essential tracking data from your AnyTrack properties. Use it to validate your AnyTrack Tag configuration, verify your Tracking Tags, and inspect your events—all without leaving your browser.

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## Overview

The AnyTrack Pixel Helper is a free Chrome extension that installs in your browser, enabling you to inspect the setup of the <Glossary>Properties</Glossary> you are tracking with AnyTrack. Also verify the presence of your Tracking Tags and the code of your snippets. The extension provides you with event log data, allowing you to track the action right where it happens.

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  ### Browser Events Only

  the Tracking Tag Helper supports exclusively browser-based events. Purchase events tracked via <a href='/docs/server-side-tracking'>server-side tracking</a> (postback, webhooks, or API) will not be displayed. Refer to each integration to see which events are triggered through the AnyTrack JS Tag.
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  title="Before you begin"
  items={[
    { label: "A Chromium-based browser (Chrome, Edge, or Brave) that supports Chrome Web extensions", done: true },
    { label: "The AnyTrack Tag installed on the website you want to inspect", done: true },
    { label: "Ad blocker disabled . ad blockers can block the Tracking Tags you want to inspect (e.g., Meta Pixel, TikTok Pixel)", done: true },
  ]}
/>

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  ### Install the AnyTrack Tag

  Learn how to <a href='/docs/anytrack-tag'>install the AnyTrack Tag</a> on your website to get tracking data from the Chrome extension.
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## Installing the Extension

Follow these steps to install the AnyTrack Pixel Helper Chrome Extension:

1. Visit the <Anchor label="Chrome Web Store" target="_blank" href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/anytrack-pixel-helper/ojmhkmdpagjeopleoeihbhgejcfoijjn">Chrome Web Store</Anchor> and find the **AnyTrack Pixel Helper** extension.
2. Install the extension and add it to your browser.
3. Pin the extension to keep it visible in the browser bar.

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## Using the Extension

1. Visit the website where you have installed the AnyTrack Tag.

2. If the <Glossary>AnyTrack Tag</Glossary> is detected on the page, the extension icon turns **blue**. A grey icon means no AnyTrack Tag was found.

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3. Click the extension icon to open the inspection panel.

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### What the Extension Shows

When you open the Tracking Tag Helper, it displays the following information for the current page:

- **AnyTrack Tag Status** . Confirms the AnyTrack Tag is present and shows the associated Property ID.
- **Tracking Tags Detected** . Lists all Tracking Tags found on the page (e.g., Meta Pixel, Google Ads tag, TikTok Pixel). This helps you verify that your ad platform Tracking Tags are firing correctly.
- **Event Log** . Shows browser-based events as they happen in real time. Each event displays the event name, associated parameters, and which Tracking Tags received the data. Use this to confirm that clicks, form submissions, and other actions are being tracked.

### How to Use the Event Log

The event log is the most useful part of the extension for debugging. To test your setup:

1. Open the Tracking Tag Helper on your website.
2. Perform the action you want to track (click a link, submit a form, visit a page).
3. Watch the event log for the corresponding event to appear.
4. Verify the event name matches what you expect and that the correct Tracking Tags received it.

If an event does not appear, check that the action triggers a browser-based event and that your ad blocker is disabled.

## Troubleshooting

| Problem | Cause | Solution |
|---------|-------|----------|
| Extension icon stays grey | AnyTrack Tag is not installed on the page | Verify the tag is present by checking your page source for the AnyTrack script. See <a href='/docs/anytrack-tag'>Install the AnyTrack Tag</a>. |
| Pixels not showing | Ad blocker is active | Disable your ad blocker or whitelist the website. Ad blockers commonly block Meta Pixel, TikTok Pixel, and similar scripts. |
| Events not appearing in the log | The event is server-side, not browser-based | the Tracking Tag Helper only detects browser-based events. Server-side events (postback, webhooks, API) are tracked in the <a href='/docs/integration-event-log'>Event Log</a> inside your AnyTrack dashboard. |
| Extension not working after install | Browser needs a refresh | Close and reopen the browser tab. If the issue persists, remove and reinstall the extension. |

## Related Resources

- [Advanced Options](/docs/advanced-options-ms-ads)
- [Other Ad Networks](/docs/other-ad-networks)
- [Reddit UTM Parameters](/docs/reddit-ads)

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  title="Frequently Asked Questions"
  icon="fa-duotone fa-circle-question"
  items={[
    {
      question: "What is the AnyTrack Pixel Helper?",
      answer: "The AnyTrack Pixel Helper is a free Chrome extension that lets you inspect and validate tracking data directly from your browser. It verifies AnyTrack Tag configurations, detects Tracking Tags, and shows a real-time event log for browser-based events."
    },
    {
      question: "Which browsers support the AnyTrack Pixel Helper?",
      answer: "The extension works on any Chromium-based browser, including Chrome, Edge, and Brave."
    },
    {
      question: "Can the Tracking Tag Helper track server-side events?",
      answer: "No. the Tracking Tag Helper only detects browser-based events. Server-side events tracked via postback, webhooks, or API will not appear. Use the <a href='/docs/integration-event-log'>Event Log</a> in your AnyTrack dashboard to inspect server-side conversions."
    },
    {
      question: "Why is the extension icon not turning blue?",
      answer: "A grey icon means the AnyTrack Tag was not detected on the current page. Verify that the tag is correctly installed and that your ad blocker is disabled, as it can interfere with tag detection."
    },
    {
      question: "Do I need to disable my ad blocker?",
      answer: "Yes. Ad blockers can block the Tracking Tags you want to inspect . including Meta Pixel, TikTok Pixel, and Google Ads tags. Disable your ad blocker or whitelist the site before using the Tracking Tag Helper."
    },
    {
      question: "How do I install the AnyTrack Pixel Helper?",
      answer: "Visit the <a href='https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/anytrack-pixel-helper/ojmhkmdpagjeopleoeihbhgejcfoijjn' target='_blank'>Chrome Web Store</a>, install the extension, and pin it to your browser bar for easy access."
    }
  ]}
/>