Adaware AdBlock

A permission-less content blocker. Blocks ads, trackers, miners, and more immediately upon installation.
What is Adaware AdBlock?
Adaware AdBlock is a permission-less content blocker that efficiently filters out ads, trackers, and dangerous websites to nearly double your browsing speed. It also offers web protection in real-time to keep you safe from cyber-threats.

Extension stats

Users: 200,000+
Rating: 4.11 (371)
Version: 4.2.1 (Last updated: 2024-07-18)
Creation date: 2018-06-18
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • scripting
  • storage
  • tabs
  • unlimitedStorage
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 8.69M

Other platforms

Adaware AdBlock (v3.0.0)
3.88 (64) 9,362+
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Extension summary

Analyze keywords

Adaware AdBlock is built on Manifest V3.

By blocking annoying ads and nosy trackers, Adaware AdBlock nearly doubles your browsing speed! And with the most robust antivirus-level cloud-scanning technology of any ad blocker on the market, you’ll be safe from the latest cyber-threats. Say goodbye to uninvited interruptions, and hello to peaceful browsing.

Take control of your browsing:

  • Block Ads & Trackers: Block annoying ads like banner ads, pop-ups and video ads & hide your digital footprint.

  • Web Protection: Protects you from dangerous websites in real-time.

-Double your browsing speed! Adaware AdBlock efficiently filters out ads and trackers faster than any other ad blocker on the market. See what it’s like to nearly double your browsing speed! Go to https://www.adaware.com/blog/adaware-ad-block-fastest-on-chrome for more info!

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Operates to shield users from annoyances automatically
  • Effective at blocking ads that other extensions cannot
  • Good for YouTube users
  • User-friendly interface
Cons
  • Frequently turns itself off
  • Cannot create custom filters
  • Ads are still getting through
  • Poor real-time blocking of various types of ads and malware
Most mentioned
  • Extension shutting down or reloading frequently
  • Letting ads in despite blocking settings
  • Need for better customization and user control
Recent reviews
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very good job
by William Bartlett JR, 2024-10-31

You do a very good job.
by Doug Wareham, 2024-10-22
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Adaware AdBlock has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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