uBlock

uBlock

A no-nonsense ad blocker

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What is uBlock?

uBlock is a no-nonsense ad blocker Chrome extension. It is designed for blocking ads and content on all websites, including platforms like YouTube and Facebook. This tool not only helps users avoid intrusive ads, but also protects them from trackers, crypto-miners and other privacy risks. Free to use, easy to set up, it ensures an efficient, fast, and fuss-free browsing experience.

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Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 3.68 (1,893)
Version: 23.3.0 (Last updated: 2023-07-11)
Creation date: 2019-12-12
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • tabs
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • webNavigation
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
Size: 6.57M
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

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Not available on Firefox
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Merlin
Summary

uBlock: A no-nonsense ad blocker.

The official uBlock extension has been downloaded millions of times and is used all over the world. Install today and enjoy a hassle-free browsing experience!

Why uBlock?

☑ Block ads on YouTube, Facebook, and the rest of your favorite sites ☑ Easy to set up, so you can get your pop-up blocker going right away ☑ No customization needed: automatically provides you with the best ad blocking ☑ Protect yourself from trackers, crypto-miners, other privacy risks ☑ Fast performance: less strain on your computer so you can browse with ease ☑ Free to use, making it easy to jump in and start removing ads


What is uBlock?

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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 ads
  • Easy to use
  • Customizable filters
Cons
  • Not as effective as other ad blockers
  • May not block all ads
  • Some users reported it as a ripoff of uBlock Origin
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work
  • Fake extension
  • Ripoff of uBlock Origin
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Safety
Risk impact

uBlock is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install uBlock if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

uBlock has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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