GawkBlocker

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GawkBlocker - Block Gawker Media URLs

GawkBlocker is a Chrome extension that checks if you're visiting a Gawker Media URL and redirects you to a video of Madness - One Step Beyond. It allows you to customize the redirect destination and provides options to remove or add blocked sites.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 27
2
Rating: 4.83
(6)
Version: 1.7 (Last updated: 2012-12-17)
Creation date: 2012-12-17
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 52.33K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

I love it! Thank you so much!
by Adam Shaw, 2012-11-12
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Extension safety

Risk impact

GawkBlocker requires a few sensitive permissions. 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 GawkBlocker. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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