CoinBlock

Name: CoinBlock
Rating: 3.7 (10 reviews)
Author: Bechsen

With the rising popularity of coinminers in js form, this extension attempts to block those hosted on coin-hive, and cryptoloot. A multiple entry block list is planned.

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CoinBlock is a lightweight Chrome extension designed to block JavaScript coinminers hosted on popular mining services such as Coin-hive and Cryptoloot. By scanning for <script> tags originating from a maintained block list, it prevents unwanted cryptocurrency mining activities that can slow down your browser and compromise your device’s performance.

The extension aims to offer a simple yet effective solution to the rising issue of coinminers running silently in the background on websites. CoinBlock's block list is expected to expand, offering broader protection over time. Users are encouraged to contribute by suggesting new miner sources via email, helping keep the extension up-to-date and effective.

Add-on Privacy & Security Productivity

By:

Bechsen

Daily users:

753 -5

Rating:

3.70

(10)

Version:

2.1.4resigned1 Last updated: 2024-04-25

Version code:

5728744

Creation date:

2017-09-20

Risk:

Permissions:

storage
notifications
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
<all_urls>

Size:

1.12MB

Email:

jb*****@gmail.com

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 3,613 ▼ 2

Other rankings

#38 in unblock keyword 63 ▼ 1

#57 in blockchain keyword 2

#58 in block keyword 65

#71 in block ads keyword 96 ▼ 1

#91 in mock keyword 16

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User reviews

Pros

Good stuff
Extension can perform well
Useful

Cons

Doesn't work on certain websites
May cause CPU to run at 100%

Recent reviews

by Fi*****, 2020-02-08

by Fi*****, 2018-10-13

didnt work :-(

by Fi*****, 2018-07-12

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

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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CoinBlock is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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