minerBlock

Blocks cryptocurrency miners all over the web.

minerBlock: Powerful Browser Extension Blocking Crypto Miners

minerBlock is an innovative Chrome extension designed to block browser-based cryptocurrency miners all over the web. It employs two distinct approaches to prevent cryptojacking. The first methodology entails blocking scripts loaded from a blacklist, much like traditional ad-blockers. The second approach, which differentiates minerBlock, involves detecting potential mining activity within loaded scripts and immediately neutralizing these threats. This dual strategy enables minerBlock to also block inline scripts and miners running through proxies, thus offering comprehensive protection against browser-based crypto miners.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 100,000+
Version: 1.2.18 (Last updated: 2022-10-17)
Creation date: 2019-02-03
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 226.30K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
minerBlock (v1.2.17resigned1)
11,700+ 4.54 (68)
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Offers a way to block miners
  • User-friendly interface
  • Targets unwanted mining scripts effectively
Cons
  • Blocks legitimate scripts that are not related to mining
  • Causes issues with certain webstores, particularly those using Magento
  • Limited to Chrome; users suggest developing for Firefox
Most mentioned
  • Repeated inquiries about withdrawing USDT from wallets (ОКX and SafePal)
  • Requests for expansion to other platforms like Firefox
  • Users' confusion regarding mining script detection
User reviews
Google Chrome has blocked this, BTW. Please fix!
by David Ford, 2025-03-04

it does its job lmao huge W for protecting me from them miners
by Krstia no, 2024-11-20

Please develop your extension for Firefox, chrome is dead!
by Sina Mahdavi, 2024-08-31
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of minerBlock. Use it at your own risk.

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