MineBlock

MineBlock

Chrome extension that blocks cryptocurrency miners all over the web.

Merlin
Stats
This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-02-15
Users: 396
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2018-02-22)
Creation date: 2018-02-22
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
  • storage
  • notifications
  • tabs
Size: 1.02M
URLs: Website
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Summary

Coin Miner Block is an extremely useful chrome extension that blocks Cryptocurrencies mining scripts.

The extension both blocks all requests from coinhive (and other mining scripts) and removes the script from the DOM before it loads.

Coin miner block allows you to prevent cryptojacking from miners using your CPU, all over the web.

Stop browser coin mining. Don't let cryptojacking corrupt your computer.

Changelog 1.2.1:

  • added new blocking function
  • small script optimizations
Safety
Risk impact

MineBlock is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install MineBlock if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

MineBlock may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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