Image Block

Name: Image Block
Rating: 3.8281 (64 reviews)
Author: Hemant Vats

Image Block adds a toggle button that conditionally blocks/allows loading of images on webpages. Blocking images results in faster browsing, especially helpful on handheld devices or slower connections.

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Image Block is a straightforward Chrome extension that adds a toggle button to your browser, enabling you to conditionally block or allow images from loading on any webpage. Designed with simplicity in mind, it boosts your browsing speed by preventing images from loading, which is particularly advantageous for users on slower internet connections or handheld devices.

Originally created for Firefox and reimagined for modern browsers, Image Block maintains its core philosophy: keep it simple and user-friendly. Its one-click toggle avoids complex settings or filtering lists, offering a hassle-free way to control image content. Besides improving load times, it also helps users avoid unwanted or sensitive images on certain webpages, making browsing more comfortable in various environments such as work or public spaces.

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Version:

5.1resigned1 Last updated: 2024-04-25

Version code:

5725926

Creation date:

2007-08-30

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Size:

9.76KB

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Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-03

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# 1,213 ▲ 6

Other rankings

#124 in Social & Communication ▲ 1

#194 in Photos, Music & Videos ▼ 2

#13 in hd image keyword 19

#13 in image keyword 73

#17 in block keyword 76

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Developed by:

Hemant Vats

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/image-block/

Website:

http://hemantvats.com/image-block/

User Reviews

Image Block is praised when it works, especially for saving data and being easy to toggle. However, many reviews cite reliability problems (inconsistent blocking) and UI visibility issues (missing toolbar icon). Some users also worry about maintenance/compatibility with Firefox versions. Overall, it’s valued when functional but unreliable for many users and occasionally hard to use due to UI and update concerns.

Pros

Blocks images to save data/bandwidth.
Works as described on many sites when it functions.
Easy to toggle on/off via a toolbar button.
Considered an essential Firefox extension by some users.
Improves readability by removing images on pages (e.g., homepage reading is clearer).

Cons

Reliability is inconsistent: multiple reviews report it does not block images reliably or at all on some pages.
Toolbar/icon visibility is problematic: users cannot easily find or access the toggle in several reviews.
Occasional maintenance/compatibility concerns: some users feel the add-on may be outdated or not maintained, affecting functionality.

Recent reviews

by Gu*****, 2026-05-06

Extension is enabled but images are still there. How do I turn it on?

by *****, 2026-02-19

This extension is working!

by *****, 2025-09-05

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Is Image Block Safe?

Risk impact

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Image Block requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Add-ons Store, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

Image Block is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension website URL may be invalid
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