CatBlock

CatBlock is like an ad blocker, but instead of blocking ads it shows you pictures of cats (configurable)
What is CatBlock?
CatBlock is a unique ad-blocking extension for Chrome that not only blocks all ads by default but also substitutes them with pictures of cats. Built on the original AdBlock framework, CatBlock offers ad filtration coupled with a veritable gallery of felines to brighten up your browser experience. It provides defense against malware on all sites, and gives the user the choice to function like a usual ad blocker. Let CatBlock add some fun to your browsing by replacing intrusive ads with amusing or pleasing images.

Extension stats

Users: 5,000+
Rating: 4.57 (54)
Version: 1.5.1.1 (Last updated: 2022-05-22)
Creation date: 2017-08-11
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • ws://*/*
  • wss://*/*
  • contextMenus
  • idle
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • webNavigation
  • notifications
Size: 1.04M
URLs: Website

Other platforms

CatBlock (v1.4.10resigned1)
4.62 (13) 146
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Extension summary

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CatBlock blocks ALL ads (and replaces them with cats) and malware on all websites by default! We also don't participate in the Acceptable Ads program.

CatBlock is built on top of the original AdBlock, with an ability to replace ads by cats (or whatever you want). You can also disable replacing ads by cats, so CatBlock can work as a standard ad blocking extension.

We hope you will enjoy our extension :)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Blocks ads effectively
  • Replaces ads with cute cat images
  • Easy to use menu
  • Can exclude specific sites
  • Cute and fun experience
Cons
  • Issues with the 'see original' button not working
  • Difficulty whitelisting specific YouTube channels
  • Not all content is translated
  • Cats displayed during Google searches
Most mentioned
  • Cute cat images instead of ads
  • Effective ad blocking
  • Easy to use
  • Whitelisting issues
  • Problems with the 'see original' button
Recent reviews
used in combination with Ad-Block Plus and u-Block, they block basically ALL the ads. also i can exclude sites and pages so that nice :)
by ZinZam, 2022-07-02

i like it.. i just wanna know.. HOW TO WHITELIST TO SPESIFIC YT CHANNEL 'CAUSE I DON'T FOUND ANY EXTENSION THAT CAN WHITELIST SPESIFIC CHANNEL AND THIS ONE SAY IT CAN just tell me ty:>
by Najla Nur Ariqah, 2021-05-04

its an good adblocker but when i press on the "see original" button (on the cat) it dosent work it sends me to a blank page
by zxcvbnm, 2021-03-28
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

CatBlock has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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