uBlock Origin

Name: uBlock Origin
Rating: 4.7893 (17643 reviews)
Author: Raymond Hill

Finally, an efficient wide-spectrum content blocker. Easy on CPU and memory.

This add-on was removed from Firefox Browser Add-ons on 2024-05-11

"uBlock Origin" is a comprehensive content blocking add-on for Firefox, prioritizing efficiency in both CPU and memory usage. It effectively blocks a variety of online nuisances including ads, trackers, and malicious URLs right out of the box using multiple pre-selected filter lists such as EasyList and EasyPrivacy. It offers users additional customizable options like annoyance lists and JavaScript blocking, alongside advanced features to tailor the browsing experience. This open-source tool is a creation for users, by users, with extensive documentation and a supportive community.

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By:: Raymond Hill
Daily users:: 7,840,433+
Rating:: 4.79

(17,643)
Version:: 1.57.2 (Last updated: 2024-05-10)
Creation date:: 2015-04-25
Risk:: Very high risk impact Very low risk likelihood
Permissions:: alarms
dns
menus
privacy
storage
tabs
unlimitedStorage
webNavigation
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
See more
Size:: 3.86M
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:: a year ago

User reviews

Pros

Effective ad blocking
Fast and lightweight
Regularly updated

Cons

Can sometimes break certain websites

Recent reviews

Отличное расширение! В связке с другим адблокировщиком работает безупречно.

by Max, 2024-05-11

by Nunya, 2024-05-11

by OmegaSui, 2024-05-11

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Extension safety

Risk impact

uBlock Origin requires a lot of sensitive permissions. 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

uBlock Origin has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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