What the Vault Destiny 2 extension does and why you might want to remove it

The Vault Destiny 2 Chrome extension is a tool designed to help players manage their Destiny 2 inventory across multiple characters without logging into the game itself. It pulls data from your Bungie account and displays your weapons, armor, and items in a browser window so you can move gear between characters or check what you own without launching the game.

You might want to remove it if you no longer play Destiny 2, if it's slowing down your browser, or if you're concerned about the permissions it requests. Removing the extension is straightforward, but cleaning up the data it leaves behind takes a few extra steps to make sure nothing lingers in your browser's storage.

Key Takeaways

  • Uninstalling the extension from Chrome's settings removes the program itself but not the data it stored on your computer.
  • The extension stores cached data and login information in your browser's local storage, which persists even after uninstall unless you clear it manually.
  • You can clear extension data through Chrome's Settings under Clear Browsing Data, or by visiting the extension's storage folder directly.
  • If you plan to reinstall the extension later, you can skip the cleanup steps and just uninstall it normally.

Uninstall the extension from Chrome

Open Chrome and click the three-dot menu in the top right corner. Select Extensions, then Manage extensions. You'll see a list of all installed extensions with toggles and a trash icon next to each one.

Find Vault Destiny 2 in the list and click the trash icon. Chrome will ask you to confirm the removal. Click Remove. The extension is now uninstalled from your browser, but the data it created remains stored locally.

Clear the extension's cached data and login information

Even after uninstalling, Chrome keeps the extension's stored data on your computer. This includes any cached inventory information and authentication tokens from your Bungie account. To remove this data, open Chrome and press Ctrl + Shift + Delete (Windows) or Command + Shift + Delete (Mac). This opens the Clear Browsing Data window.

At the top, make sure the time range is set to All time. Check the boxes next to Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. Click Clear data. This removes stored data from all extensions and websites, so only do this if you're comfortable clearing your entire browser cache.

If you want to clear only the Vault Destiny 2 extension's data without affecting other extensions or websites, you'll need to access Chrome's storage folder directly. On Windows, open File Explorer and navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Local Storage. On Mac, open Finder and go to ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome/Default/Local Storage. Look for any files with names containing "vault" or the extension's ID and delete them.

Remove the extension from your Bungie account permissions

The Vault Destiny 2 extension connected to your Bungie account to read your inventory. Even though the extension is uninstalled, that connection may still exist in your Bungie account settings. Visit www.bungie.net and log in with your account. Click your profile icon in the top right and select Settings.

Go to Authorized Applications or Connected Apps (the exact name varies). Look for Vault Destiny 2 or any similar inventory management tool in the list. Click the option to disconnect or revoke access. This prevents the extension from accessing your account data if you ever reinstall it or if someone else tries to use it.

Check for leftover extension files in your user profile

Chrome stores extension files in a folder on your computer. On Windows, navigate to C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions. On Mac, go to ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome/Default/Extensions. Look for a folder with a long string of letters and numbers — this is the extension's ID.

If you see a folder for Vault Destiny 2, you can delete it manually. Right-click the folder and select Delete. This removes any remaining extension files that Chrome didn't clean up automatically. After deletion, restart Chrome to make sure the browser doesn't try to reload the extension.

Verify the extension is completely removed

Open Chrome and go to chrome://extensions in the address bar. Make sure Vault Destiny 2 no longer appears in the list. If it does, click the trash icon again and confirm removal.

You can also check chrome://apps to see if any shortcuts or app icons for the extension remain. If you see one, right-click it and select Remove from Chrome. Finally, restart your browser to ensure all changes take effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will removing the extension delete my Destiny 2 characters or inventory?

No. The extension only reads your inventory data from Bungie's servers — it doesn't store or control your actual game data. Uninstalling it has no effect on your characters, weapons, or progress in Destiny 2 itself.

Can I reinstall the extension later if I change my mind?

Yes. You can reinstall Vault Destiny 2 from the Chrome Web Store at any time. If you cleared all your browsing data, you'll need to log in to your Bungie account again, but the extension will work normally.

What if the extension won't uninstall or keeps reappearing?

This usually means malware or another program is reinstalling it. Run a full antivirus scan on your computer and check your Chrome settings for any suspicious extensions or homepage changes. If the problem persists, consider resetting Chrome to its default settings.

Do I need to clear browsing data if I'm just uninstalling the extension?

Not unless you're concerned about privacy. The cached data won't affect your browser's performance or security. Clear it only if you want to remove any stored login information or inventory data associated with the extension.

How do I know if the extension had access to sensitive information?

The extension only accessed your Bungie account and Destiny 2 inventory data — it couldn't see your passwords, payment information, or other websites you visit. You can verify what permissions it had by checking the Authorized Applications section of your Bungie account settings.