# Gener8

> Be rewarded for your data while browsing free from intrusive ads and annoying cookie banners.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/gener8-ads](https://chrome-stats.com/d/gener8-ads)

## Overview

- **ID:** `gener8-ads`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gener8
- **Category:** privacy-security
- **Daily users:** 642
- **Weekly downloads:** 17
- **Rating:** 3.94 / 5 (31 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.7.2
- **Last updated:** 2023-07-19
- **First published:** 2020-09-02
- **Size:** 1.41 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/gener8-ads/)
- **Website:** [https://help.gener8ads.com](https://help.gener8ads.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/gener8-ads/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/gener8-ads/privacy/)

## Description

Gener8 is a powerful Chrome extension that empowers you to take control of your browsing data and be rewarded in the process. Just add Gener8 to your browser, create an account, and choose your preferred mode. 

In Rewards Mode, you earn points simply by browsing as usual. These points can be redeemed for real-world rewards such as exclusive deals, gift cards, product giveaways, auctions, or donated to charity. Gener8 also enhances privacy by blocking intrusive ads, rejecting cookie banners, and limiting tracking by big tech companies.

For users seeking enhanced privacy without rewards, Privacy Mode offers the same ad and cookie blocking benefits without collecting points. Gener8 gives you the flexibility to browse safely, enjoy fewer interruptions, and benefit from your own data on your terms.

## Rankings

- #4,297 — Overall
- #28 — rewards
- #32 — benefit
- #112 — choice
- #215 — spend
- #218 — browsing

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `webRequest`
- `webRequestBlocking`
- `tabs`
- `cookies`
- `http://*/*`
- `https://*/*`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

Most reviewers express general satisfaction with Gener8, praising its simplicity and recommending it. The add-on is noted for delivering tangible rewards and freebies for some users, but experiences vary: several reviews point to low, hard-to-get, or inconsistent rewards. Overall sentiment is positive but rewards reliability is the main recurring concern.

### Pros

- Generally positive user sentiment — multiple short reviews say it’s good/great/wonderful
- Can deliver tangible rewards/freebies for some users (vouchers, devices, swag)
- Simple and well-liked by longstanding users (easy to use and recommended)

### Cons

- Rewards can be poor or low-value for some users
- Rewards may require effort or feel difficult to obtain (“must fight for it”)
- Inconsistent reward experience — some users get substantial freebies while others report little benefit

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/gener8-ads)