AdBlocker Ultimate

Name: AdBlocker Ultimate
Rating: 4.7763 (26365 reviews)
Author: AdAvoid

Completely remove ALL ads. No “acceptable” ads or whitelisted advertisers allowed. This free extensions also helps block trackers and malware.

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AdBlocker Ultimate is a powerful free Chrome extension dedicated to completely removing all types of ads, including text, banner, pop-up, video, and Facebook ads. Unlike other ad blockers, it does not allow "acceptable" ads or advertiser whitelists, ensuring an uninterrupted, clean browsing experience. The extension also boosts browser performance by blocking malware and trackers, reducing CPU and memory usage for faster page loads.

Built as an open source project, AdBlocker Ultimate supports multiple browsers including Chrome, Edge, Opera, and Yandex, with versions available for iPhone, iPad, and Windows. Its extensive filtering shields users from annoying and intrusive ads, enhancing privacy and security while giving users the option to allow ads from trusted websites if desired.

Privacy & Security Productivity Utilities

By:

AdAvoid

Daily users:

1,555,751+ -8,207

Rating:

4.78

(26,365) 30 new ratings

Version:

3.8.35 Last updated: 2025-05-07

Version code:

5939041

Creation date:

2016-02-18

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs
<all_urls>
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
webNavigation
storage
unlimitedStorage
contextMenus

Size:

7.83M

Email:

su*****@adblockultimate.net

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 9

Other rankings

#26 in Privacy & Security

#5 in ad-blocking keyword 96

#8 in adblocker keyword 94

#11 in ad blocker keyword 96

#11 in benefit keyword 6

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Other platforms

AdBlocker Ultimate (v4.0.76)

2,000,000+ 4.82

(59,061)

AdBlocker Ultimate (v4.0.77)

719,508+ 4.80

(3,202)

User reviews

Users appreciate AdBlocker Ultimate for its strong and reliable ad blocking that enhances web browsing and outperforms alternatives. It is a preferred choice for many long-term users. However, common issues include imperfect whitelist behavior requiring manual adjustments, repetitive pop-up notifications about blocked content, and some concerns regarding security flags from Firefox. Despite these, the overall sentiment is positive, valuing the improved internet experience the extension provides.

Pros

Effectively blocks intrusive ads, improving browsing experience.
Highly favored and used consistently over years by users.
Considered better than some other popular ad blockers.
Generally reliable and efficient in ad blocking.

Cons

Whitelist functionality is imperfect; some whitelisted sites still require disabling the blocker manually.
Annoying pop-up notifications appear every time a large number of items are blocked, which some users find bothersome.
Concerns about security and efficiency warnings from Firefox, leading to some user apprehension.

Recent reviews

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by Ankit Bishnoi, 2025-05-22

by Firefox user 18789469, 2025-05-22

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Extension safety

Risk impact

AdBlocker Ultimate requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

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

Risk likelihood analysis details

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