CSS-Block

This extension blocks CSS, which is ugly and slows the internet down,
What is CSS-Block?
'CSS-Block' is a Chrome extension designed to enhance the internet browsing experience by blocking CSS files. These files are often unnecessary, providing only aesthetic flair and consuming significant bandwidth. More importantly, CSS files can potentially hide or obscure content, and load additional resources like fonts, images and vector graphics. By using CSS-Block, these concerns are effectively mitigated.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 3.17 (12)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2015-02-10)
Creation date: 2015-02-09
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 91.94K

Other platforms

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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Almost all websites send nearly useless and often dangerous css-files to their users just to add flashy visual effects to a website. Not only does the CSS-code itself use up bandwidth (700Kb with more than 6000 rules on facebook), but CSS itself can load additional resources, like fonts, images and vector graphics. It can be used to hide and obscure content.

To stop this needless madness, we've created CSS-Block. Just install it and all your worries are gone. No CSS file will ever be able to bug you again.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Allows users to deactivate CSS for viewing effects or printable versions of websites
  • Some users appreciate the concept of the extension
Cons
  • Not functioning as expected for many users
  • No toggle button to easily switch CSS on and off
  • Presence of malware and ad injection issues
  • Misleading claims about CSS and viruses
Most mentioned
  • Not working
  • Useless description and functionality
  • Ads and malware concerns
  • Need for a toggle option
Recent reviews
by Peter Amir, 2024-10-03

Thank you for speeding up the internet 🙏
by Lewin Kelly, 2024-04-22

Not working
by Atis, 2023-06-20
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Extension safety

Risk impact

CSS-Block requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

CSS-Block has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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