GGBlocker

Redirects GamerGate boycott websites to the archive.is versions.
What is GGBlocker?
GGBlocker is an innovative Chrome extension primarily used for redirecting boycotted GamerGate websites to their archived versions on archive.today. This unique function deprives these websites of traffic and ad revenue, benefitting users who support the boycott. Complete with features to add or remove websites from the personal list and dynamically inject 'Add to Archive' buttons on unavailable pages, GGBlocker offers users a significant level of control and customization.

Extension stats

Users: 457
Rating: 4.92 (189)
Version: 1.3.4 (Last updated: 2016-03-04)
Creation date: 2016-03-03
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
  • tabs
  • storage
Size: 205.82K

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Extension summary

Redirects GamerGate boycott websites to the archive.today versions. This deprives the offending sites of clicks, views, and revenue. View source at: https://gitgud.io/SomeAnonGamer/GGBlocker

Follow on twitter for update announcements and news: https://twitter.com/SomeAnonGamer

===Permissions=== Read and change all of the websites that you visit.

==Explaination=== As explained here: https://developer.chrome.com/extensions/webRequest in order to catch every webrequest to check if it is going to a boycotted site, the extension needs to read each request. The write permission is because the extension writes helper buttons into Archive.is pages. If someone knows a way to reduce the permissions on GGBlocker, let me know. ===Version 1.3.4 Patch=== Repaired a Vivian replication glitch which occurred when multiple archive.is tabs were open. Thanks to @2CleverUsername for helping with this bug.

Added http://fieldguide.gizmodo.com/ to the default filter list.

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • The extension enables users to block sites that they don't want to provide revenue to
  • It makes it much easier to archive web page content
  • Helpful as an anti-clickbait tool
Cons
  • Inability to edit incorrect filters, they can only be deactivated and replaced
  • Sometimes it stops working and only loads an empty archive page
  • Missing 'add to archive' button for unarchived links
Most mentioned
  • Ability to block certain sites from gaining ad revenue
  • Useful tool for easily archiving web page content
  • Effective as an anti-clickbait mechanism
Recent reviews
Not working, as of Chrome vÜberEvil (v69).
by André Pereira, 2018-10-10

Completely separate from its original purpose, this is just a good extension that lets me block any site that I don't want to give ad money based on accidental clicks, and it's just a quick way to archive a page if I need it.

Works great, keeps you from accidentally getting routed to unethical sites.
by kustmen kloten, 2016-03-10
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GGBlocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

GGBlocker has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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