Overflow

Attempts to defeat anti-Adblock mechanisms that prevent scrolling and place overlays over content

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-10-13
Users: 262
Rating: 4.11 (9)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2017-02-08)
Creation date: 2017-02-08
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webNavigation
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
  • storage
Size: 97.18K

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Extension summary

Numerous sites have started utilizing different methods to force you to disable adblock or pay for an 'ad lite' version of their site. Until you do either, you'll be presented with an overlay above the content and scrolling will be disabled on the page.

'Overflow' is your tool against that! When you come across a site that uses these methods, simply click the Overflow icon in the Chrome toolbar, and then click 'Add site to blacklist' after the site has loaded completely and the extension will attempt to restore scrolling and remove the overlay. This will also be remembered for the next time that you visit the site!

It may result in a less-than-ideal experience as it is designed to fix many of the most prevalent methods used by these sites. If a site becomes unusable, then simply click the Overflow icon in the Chrome toolbar, and then click 'Remove site from blacklist' and reload the website.

User reviews

won't work
by Bocov Peter, 2022-04-06

Works perfectly, thanks.

Powerful app. Efficiently unlocks the scrollbar !
by Romain GIRARD, 2020-04-10
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Overflow is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Overflow if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Overflow may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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