ScriptBlock

ScriptBlock

A smart extension that controls javascript, iframes, and plugins on Google Chrome.

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What is ScriptBlock?

ScriptBlock is a Chrome Extension designed to provide users with better control over undesired content on their browser. This includes JavaScript, iframes, and plugins. It has the ability to mitigate cross-site-scripting (XSS) attacks and prevent drive-by-downloads. ScriptBlock works seamlessly with other extensions such as AdBlock, AdBlock Plus, or Ghostery. It enables users to whitelist their trusted sites ensuring they're not affected by ScriptBlock.

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Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 3.98 (444)
Version: 1.5 (Last updated: 2018-06-13)
Creation date: 2018-06-13
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 164.86K
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Summary

Scriptblock is an extension that provides better control of javascript, iframes and other unwanted content.

It even can midigate cross-site-scripting(XXS) attacks and drive-by-downloads.

ScriptBlock works perfectly together with other extensions like AdBlock, AdBlock Plus or Ghostery.

You can add your trusted sites to a whitelist, so they will not be affected by ScriptBlock.

If you like this extension, please support me and click on the donate button or give me a good review in chrome web store. :)

For bug reports please go to: https://github.com/compvid30/scriptblock

User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 unwanted scripts for safer browsing
  • Whitelist feature for regular websites
  • Great for wide web-browsing and preventing random pop-ups
Cons
  • Difficulties with visibility of selection popup
  • Tends to freeze some known good websites
  • Lack of blacklist mode
Most mentioned
  • Whitelist function
  • Blocks scripts effectively
  • Issues with popup visibility
  • Problems with certain websites
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Safety
Risk impact

ScriptBlock is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install ScriptBlock if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

ScriptBlock has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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Screenshots
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