# Block Ads Now!

> Block annoying ads on video streaming and websites instantly—enjoy faster, cleaner browsing without interruptions.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/block-ads-now](https://chrome-stats.com/d/block-ads-now)

## Overview

- **ID:** `block-ads-now`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Block Ads Now!
- **Daily users:** 284
- **Weekly downloads:** 986
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (4 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-12
- **First published:** 2025-11-27
- **Size:** 46 KB
- **Data as of:** 2025-12-12
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/block-ads-now/)

## Description

Block Ads Now! is a Chrome extension that blocks video ads and banners on websites, delivering faster page loads and a cleaner browsing experience.

Its goal is to reduce interruptions during streaming and general browsing, helping you enjoy smoother video playback and clutter-free pages with minimal setup.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `webRequest`
- `webRequestBlocking`
- `tabs`
- `storage`
- `<all_urls>`

### Content script matches

- `*.youtube.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Very high risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** High risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension is not longer available in the store

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/block-ads-now)