Disconnect

Disconnect tracker protection makes the web more private, secure, and faster.

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Disconnect - Comprehensive Tracker Protection

Disconnect is a powerful Chrome extension that blocks invisible trackers that monitor your online behavior, reducing exposure to malware and identity theft. With comprehensive and up-to-date tracker protection lists, Disconnect protects you from thousands of privacy threats embedded in the websites you visit. Recognized by leading publications and awarded for its innovative approach, Disconnect is your go-to solution for enhanced web privacy. Experience safer browsing with our pay-what-you-want model at disconnect.me.

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Extension stats

By: https://disconnect.me

Users: 400,000+

Rating: 4.40

(3,141)

1 new ratings

Version: 21.0.1 (Last updated: 2025-01-15)

Creation date: 2020-03-04

Permissions:

tabs
alarms
contextMenus
scripting
storage
declarativeNetRequest
declarativeNetRequestFeedback
unlimitedStorage
webNavigation

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 30.89M

Email: su*****@disconnect.me

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 836 ▲ 86

Other rankings

#117 in Privacy & Security #158 in protect keyword 44 ▼ 5 #159 in chrome keyword 94 ▲ 9 #165 in software keyword 56 ▲ #182 in privacy keyword 53 ▲ 6

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Disconnect (v20.3.1.2)

81,175+ 4.14

(509)

Disconnect (v20.3.1.1)

15,055+ 4.60

(10)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Long-standing functionality that has worked well for many users over the years.
Effectively blocks a wide range of trackers and ads, providing notable privacy benefits.
Well-crafted and professionally engineered extension according to some users.
Useful for identifying and blocking unwanted network activity.

Cons

The recent update has removed important features and granularity for blocking specific trackers or websites.
Blocks essential services like recaptcha.net and Disqus, causing form submission failures and issues with comments on websites.
UI changes have been criticized, with many users finding it cluttered and difficult to navigate.
Breaks functionality on popular websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and others, making them unusable or hindering their performance.

Most mentioned

Recent updates have rendered the extension largely unusable or ineffective due to loss of features.
Problems with blocking specific websites and services, leading to frustration for users who rely on these functions.
User interface changes have led to a negative experience for many users, with calls for reverting back to previous versions.

User reviews

This new UI is horrible. Earlier I can choose what to block and what to unblock, but from time is all or nothing. I don't even see what is blocking and how many... Great addon once but now I'm not sure.

songrochu, 2025-03-04

It seems that the extension is blocking recaptcha.net which is used on some sites, to prevent automation. When filling forms, this can cause the form submission to fail. There's no way to whitelist the URL, only to whitelist independent sites

Sri Todi, 2025-02-27

Disconnect blocks Disqus, which powers the comment sections on the majority of web sites, and the new version has no provision to block or unblock specific trackers. In order to use Disqus, Disconnect must be totally disabled. What was once an indispensable add-on is now utterly useless. And for the geniuses complaining that Disconnect doesn't block ads, it isn't an ad blocker. It blocks trackers.

Suzy Creamcheese, 2025-01-24

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Disconnect. Use it at your own risk.

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