Gawker Blocker

Blocks requests to the gawker network before they are sent. https://github.com/nealgranger/gawkerblocker

Gawker Blocker - Chrome Extension

Gawker Blocker is a Chrome extension that effectively blocks requests to the Gawker network, preventing data tracking and unwanted browsing of Gawker sites. With this extension, users can maintain their privacy and avoid accessing Gawker content.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
By: neal
Users: 28
4
Rating: 5.00
(8)
Version: 0.1.0 (Last updated: 2015-07-18)
Creation date: 2015-07-17
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • notifications
  • <all_urls>
Size: 7.64K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

Excellent add-on. I wish the github repo was still online. Did it get taken down for a reason?
by A Google user, 2016-07-20

Perfect.
by Sam Taylor, 2016-06-02

Great addon. Will be added to every computer I touch.
by T Butcher, 2015-12-17
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Gawker Blocker 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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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Gawker Blocker. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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