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uBlock Origin
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uBlock Origin

I just had a really weird experience that I might have avoided with uBlock Origin.

SpicyList Summary
uBlock Origin is a free, open-source browser extension designed to block ads, pop-ups, and trackers. It is widely used as a utility tool when browsing ad-heavy adult sites and installs in seconds from uBlockOrigin.com. Compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and Chromium. The extension relies on community-maintained block lists to filter known ad-serving domains and is noted for being CPU and memory efficient. It is not compatible with current versions of Safari. While it cannot block 100% of intrusive content on all sites, independent testing confirms it substantially reduces ad interruptions on typical tube sites. The project refuses direct donations and is maintained entirely by volunteers.
Features
  • +free and open-source
  • +compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and Chromium
  • +blocks ads, pop-ups, pop-unders, and tracking scripts
  • +uses community-maintained block lists
  • +CPU and memory efficient
  • +one-click install from uBlockOrigin.com
  • +15 million+ users by 2016
  • +refuses donations (development is community-funded)
Best for
casual tube usersprivacy-conscious users
Pricing
free
Caveats
  • !not 100% effective on all sites
  • !not compatible with current versions of Safari