PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker

Removes and prevents popups, overlays and cookie notifications, other tools do not. Enjoy the original look of the internet.
What is PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker?
PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker, is a revolutionary Chrome Extension that puts you in control of your browsing experience. It tirelessly works to detect and eliminate intrusive pop-ups, overlays, and cookie notifications. Unique for being an open-source, non-commercial project, it is 100 times smaller than most such extensions with a goal to restore the original look of the internet. It has the potential to unlock and read paid content on some websites for free. Warning: it can be highly addictive!

Extension stats

Users: 30,000+
Rating: 4.70 (128)
Version: 2.1.3 (Last updated: 2023-08-10)
Creation date: 2020-06-29
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • tabs
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • http://*/
  • https://*/
Size: 59.79K

Other platforms

PopUpOFF (v2.1.3)
4.45 (99) 36,493+
PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker (v2.1.3)
4.30 (18) 9,542+
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Extension summary

Hey! Have you seen the terrific rating above? You must be wondering: “Is it finally a good popup blocker? Should I try it?” Do read the text below to find out if that's something you'd like to give a try.

So, answering your questions: “No and Yes” - it isn’t some “good” popup blocker. PopUpOFF is brilliant: https://github.com/RomanistHere/PopUpOFF/issues/16 - and you should definitely try it if you are as annoyed with popups, cookie notifications, overlays and other sticky things that overlay content as I do.

Why?

  • PopUpOFF doesn’t just block some popups that other developers paid for, but YOU are in control of it. You decide not to have any single overlay on the screen or casually remove only the most annoying things (hi cookie notifications and subscription popups).
  • You can unlock and read PAID content FOR FREE on some websites (see the video above).
  • Size of this extension is 100 times less than any other average popup blocker in the store. Size doesn’t matter? Well… I wouldn't be so sure about that.
  • PopUpOFF is a non-commercial and open-source project. It means no ads, no tracking, everything it has is available for you for free and forever. I am RomanistHere and I’m giving you this piece of better web.

Drawbacks?

  • It still is in development, so there could be bugs or imperfect solutions, I’m working on it solo and there are other things in the world to do. So be gentle, I created it for myself back then, but now I’m doing it for you.
  • PopUpOFF is as addictive as it gets. After you start using it, there would be no way back. You were warned :)
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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
  • Effectively blocks pop-ups and overlays
  • Multiple levels of blocking options
  • User-friendly setup process
  • Good at removing sticky elements and intrusive overlays
  • Works where other ad blockers fail
Cons
  • Sometimes does not block invisible overlays
  • Extension may break after Chrome updates
  • Popup for page reload appears too quickly
Most mentioned
  • It works well and removes annoying pop-ups
  • User-friendly setup and clear instructions
  • Issues with certain sites and invisible overlays
  • Positive user experience and satisfaction with functionality
  • Levels of blocking enhance usability
Recent reviews
it works!
by Can Vargün, 2024-10-15

I really enjoy this extension, and I use it a lot. This is not an Ad blocker, this is a pop-up/sticky element blocker. Many sites nowadays have features that "stick" to your screen in some way, and this removes as much of that you want it to. It works well, and allows me to tell a site "No" when it keeps wanting to put stuff in my face. A friend recommended this to me about a year and a half ago, I have enjoyed it this whole time.
by Adam N-A, 2024-10-07

Astrein, das ist der beste Popupblocker, den ich bisher benutzt habe.
by Gerd Krueger, 2024-10-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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