HTTP Request Blocker

This extension blocks HTTP Request based on configurable URL patterns.

What is HTTP Request Blocker?

'HTTP Request Blocker' is a specialized Chrome extension designed to block HTTP requests according to designated URL patterns. This handy tool enhances browsing efficiency and security by preventing unnecessary HTTP requests. The patterns must conform to a specific Chrome extensions match pattern guide. Full source code of this extension is openly available on GitHub.

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Extension stats

By: cristi.lupascu

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Users: 40,000+

Rating: 4.46 (24)

Version: 2.0.0 (Last updated: 2024-09-30)

Creation date: 2017-07-01

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

declarativeNetRequest
storage

Host permissions:

http://*/*
https://*/*

Size: 13.56K

Email: cr*****@gmail.com

Ranking

# 4534 ▼ 10

Other rankings

#1666 in Developer Tools #10 in request keyword 22 ▼ 4 #245 in source code keyword 27 ▼ 5

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Extension summary

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Blocks HTTP requests based on URL patterns.

The patterns must conform to this specification: https://developer.chrome.com/extensions/match_patterns.

Source code is available at: https://github.com/wolfascu/ChromeHttpRequestBlocker

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Blocks YouTube ads and other annoying requests effectively.
User-friendly; easy to enter request URLs.
Simple and powerful functionality.
Works on the first try for most users.
Doesn't have an intrusive interface.

Cons

Does not block all HTTP/HTTPS requests as intended.
Issues with omnibar autocomplete; blocked URLs may still appear in suggestions.
Lacks feedback mechanism for incorrect URL entries.
May require careful input to function correctly.

Most mentioned

Very useful and easy to use.
Blocks specific URLs effectively.
Complaints about it not blocking all requests.
Omnibar autocomplete issues.
Needs careful input for blocking to work properly.

Recent reviews

Works perfectly! Can be used to block YouTube ads and other annoyances. ;-)

HSX Demo, 2024-09-06

This is the only one work fine extension

Yuan-Shian Jheng (風泉), 2024-05-14

Very useful, enter the request url which you want to block, and it's done! Simple and powerful, thanks to the author!

Jesse Gao, 2023-11-15

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Extension safety

Risk impact

HTTP Request Blocker may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.