Overlay Blocker

Stop annoying overlays from interrupting your web browsing.
What is Overlay Blocker?
Overlay Blocker is a browser add-on tool specifically designed for Chrome users. It works to block unwanted and annoying overlay pop-ups while browsing the internet, ensuring a seamless and disruption-free online experience. The extension differentiates between 'good' and 'bad' pop-ups, and allows for easy adjustment of preferences, including whitelisting certain sites. Overlay Blocker effectively eliminates disturbances like email subscription forms, social media sign-ins, unwanted offers, download or sign-up forms, and more.

Extension stats

Users: 2,000+
Rating: 1.68 (40)
Version: 8.3.1 (Last updated: 2020-09-27)
Creation date: 2016-12-17
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • webNavigation
Size: 660.48K

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Extension summary

"Fantastic piece of innovation. Easy install too. Feels like a refreshing new internet now. Thanks!" Amber Case

"I wander the internet a lot and these popups were bothering until a friend suggested this extension." Chris Bailey


STOP ANNOYANCES FOREVER.

No more email newsletter popups, special offers, or interruptions while you read articles, browse websites, or shop.

For example, that "subscribe to our newsletter" message you see when you visit a blog. Install Overlay Blocker and they disappear forever.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Actually works on some overlays
  • Provides option to view overlays if needed
  • Can help read pages without interruptions
Cons
  • Doesn't work on most popups
  • Limited to 10 free blocks before requiring payment
  • Creates ads and spam after free trial
  • Ethical concerns raised about its own website containing overlays
  • Users feel it is overpriced and a scam
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work on most popups
  • Only blocks a few overlays and then requires payment
  • Scam accusations
  • Works at first but then prompts for payment
  • Limited free usage
Recent reviews
Doesn't work on most popups, not worth the money.
by Nicholas, 2023-12-17

actually works
by R S, 2023-04-11

this didnt block even ONE overlay. not even worth the page its displayed on here
by Aaron Cooper, 2022-11-03
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Overlay Blocker requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Overlay Blocker has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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