Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google)

Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google)

Tells the Google Analytics JavaScript not to send information to Google Analytics.

What is Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google)?
Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google) is a browser extension designed to give users control over their information. By inhibiting the Google Analytics JavaScript from sending visitor data, this extension empowers users with the choice to opt-out from their data being collected and used. Crucial for the extension's functionality is its proper load and execution on the user's browser, which can sometimes be influenced by updates. Agreeing to specific terms of service is necessary for installation.
Stats
Users: 1,000,000+
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2021-01-26)
Creation date: 2019-04-30
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Size: 185.34K
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To provide website visitors the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics, we have developed the Google Analytics opt-out Browser extension for the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, dc.js).

If you want to opt-out, download and install the extension for your web browser. In order to function, the opt-out extension must be able to load and execute properly on your browser. Updates to your browser or operating system may affect the functionality of the opt-out extension. More information about managing your extensions for Chrome can be found at https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/187443?hl=en.

By installing this extension, you agree to the Chrome Web Store Terms of Service at https://ssl.gstatic.com/chrome/webstore/intl/en/gallery_tos.html and the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on Terms of Service at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/intl/en/eula_text.html.

User reviews
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Pros
  • Blocks Google Analytics tracking effectively.
  • Simple and easy to use.
  • Compatible with multiple versions of Google Analytics, including Universal Analytics and GA4.
Cons
  • Doubts about Google's integrity and the extension's effectiveness due to conflict of interest.
  • Does not block tracking/profiling in general, only Google Analytics.
  • May cause issues with other Google services, such as adding collaborators to a Google Form.
Most mentioned
  • Privacy concerns and desire to opt-out of tracking.
  • Confusion regarding the extension's status indicator (greyed-out icon).
  • Google's potential conflict of interest by providing an opt-out extension.
Recent reviews
by Luc Trepanier Luc Trepanier, 2024-02-24

Lager problemer med enkelte sider som finn.no der man ikke kan se pris og selgerinfo.
by S N S N, 2023-12-03

by Big Big, 2023-12-03
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Safety
Risk impact

Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google) is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on (by Google) has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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