Purple Ads Blocker

An adblocker for the Twitch.tv using server side signature and local m3u8 manipulation
What is Purple Ads Blocker?
The 'Purple Ads Blocker' is an exceptional Chrome Extension, specifically designed for Twitch.tv. It functions as a video ad-blocker that utilizes an external proxy from an advertisement-free country. This involves only video requests being sent through this proxy, thereby ensuring a complete, ad-free stream with full quality. Notably, this extension doesn't gather or store your private data, making it highly secure. However, its efficiency may vary based on the user's geographical location and it doesn't work with Alternate Player for Twitch.

Extension stats

Users: 90,000+
Rating: 3.05 (259)
Version: 2.6.6 (Last updated: 2024-07-23)
Creation date: 2021-04-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
Host permissions:
  • https://*.twitch.tv/*
Size: 21.47K

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Extension summary

Purple AdBlock is a video ad-blocker for Twitch.tv. The extension uses an external proxy in an ad-free country, only video requests are sent through this proxy to retrieve an ad-free, full quality stream.

The extension does not collect or store your personal information and is opensource.

If you would like to contribute your own proxy or help us with the extension upkeep, please visit my Github https://github.com/arthurbolsoni

it might not work in some countries ATTENTION: Does not work with Alternate Player for Twitch. ATTENTION: The author of this extension accepts no responsibility for the use of the extension. The use of the extension is the total responsibility of the user.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works most of the time.
  • Blocks mid-roll ads effectively.
  • When it works, it is very effective at blocking ads.
Cons
  • Does not work anymore; issues with pre-roll ads and buffering.
  • Frequent stream freezing or crashing requiring page refresh.
  • Outdated and not functioning following Twitch updates.
Most mentioned
  • Ads appear frequently (pre-roll and mid-roll).
  • Streaming issues such as freezing or having to refresh the page.
  • Request for updates or fixes to improve functionality.
Recent reviews
marche pas.
by aly, 2024-11-16

Funktioniert nicht, Werbung läuft wie ohne App.
by C., 2024-10-22

Does not work
by Danny Cupper, 2024-10-16
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Purple Ads Blocker requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Purple Ads Blocker has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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