Bye Rupert

Installing this extension will block all websites that Rupert Murdoch controls.

Bye Rupert: Block All Murdoch-Controlled Websites

'Bye Rupert' is a Chrome extension designed to curb the influence of Rupert Murdoch's News Corp by blocking all of its controlled websites. This allows users to support smaller, competing websites that report unbiased news. Less pageviews for Murdoch's sites also lead to lower revenue for the corp.

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By: Mathew Carpenter

Users: 7,000+

Rating: 4.84

(154)

Version: 1.0.7 (Last updated: 2021-11-06)

Creation date: 2020-02-26

Permissions:

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Size: 140.29K

Email: he*****@upstartweb.com.au

Full description: See detailed description

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# 10,737 ▲ 47

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#4014 in Accessibility ▲ 174 #47 in agenda keyword 26 ▲ 1

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Bye Rupert (v1.0.3)

691 4.85

(27)

Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Effective in blocking websites owned by Rupert Murdoch
Helps users boycott undesirable media sources
Easy to use and install
A good tool for raising awareness about Murdoch's influence
Provides a social service by promoting democracy

Cons

Blocks some legitimate websites that users rely on
Back button issues when navigating blocked sites
Limited customization options for blocking capabilities
Block message can feel spammy and unfriendly
Remove or pause feature is desired for flexibility

Most mentioned

Block websites owned by Rupert Murdoch
Desire for better customization settings
Back button issues after blocking sites
The extension is a good idea but needs functionality improvements
Ability to identify or block similar media sources

User reviews

The best plugin on the entirity of Chrome. Why is Google removing it, they're telling me I can't even boycott a psychopathic billionaire if I want to? Actual answer: it's the same reason they're suppressing any anti-billionaire/anti-Trump videos on YouTube. Corruption, greed and sociopathy. Hopefully an alternative comes along. I refuse to support Rupert Murdoch. He is a genuine monster.

Fourth “Fourthy” Beam, 2025-02-28

Fantastic

Ian Sykes, 2025-02-15

So sad to see this go :(

Teneil Zerbst, 2024-12-24

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Risk impact

Bye Rupert requires very minimum permissions.

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