Web Ad Blocker

Blocks web ads and web activity trackers, helping your pages load faster and protecting your privacy.

Web Ad Blocker - Secure Chrome Extension for Privacy

Web Ad Blocker is a robust Chrome extension designed to maximize user security and privacy. It proficiently blocks various types of ads, including popups and remarketing ads, and hinders malicious trackers, ensuring an improved browsing experience. The extension also masks personal identifiable information, protecting users from identity theft. With frequent updates and US-based customer service, Web Ad Blocker ensures an ad-free, safe internet experience.
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Extension stats

Users: 50,000+
Rating: 4.22
(113)
Version: 6.1.3 (Last updated: 2024-12-23)
Creation date: 2020-06-20
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 568.32K

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Web Ad Blocker (v6.0.6)
3.20 (6) 3,748+
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Extension summary

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Web Ad Blocker is the premier security and privacy application that blocks ads, trackers, and enhances your privacy by blocking companies that track your internet presence.

Types of ads we block:

  • Block Ads (Ads in header, footer, sidebars, and other ways)
  • Block Popups (Fake Blue Screen & Microsoft Support)
  • Block Pop-Exits (When you try to close a website and they bombard you with ads)
  • Block Remarketing (Where they deliver thousands of targeted ads by seeing what you searched for)

Types of trackers we block:

  • History (Where you have been on the internet)
  • Malicious (Trackers that try to trick you into doing something)
  • Personal Identifiable Information (We mask any information that could be used to identity you)
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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 majority of annoying ads
  • User-friendly and easy to activate
  • Great customer service
  • Transforms browsing experience
  • Highly effective in removing ads
Cons
  • Issues with functionality after registration
  • Confusing pricing and upgrade options
  • Persistent prompts for registration
  • Not fully effective on all sites
  • Some users report irritating messages
Most mentioned
  • Works well for blocking ads
  • Customer service is outstanding
  • Problems related to registration and pricing
  • Functionality issues after trying free trial
  • Positive impact on browsing experience
User reviews
Very disappointed. While the protection may be good, it's annoying messaging is irritating. I also keep getting requests to register by calling a phone number even though I am a paid registered user. I'm going to try to cancel and get my money back.
by JULIAN GARCIA, 2024-12-13

by David Voils, 2024-10-16

So far so good! I appreciate your help.
by Kaye Davis, 2024-08-25
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Web Ad Blocker has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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