uBlock Origin
A CPU and memory-efficient wide-spectrum content blocker for Chromium and Firefox, blocking ads, trackers, and malware.
What is uBlock Origin?
uBlock Origin is a free, open-source browser extension that efficiently blocks ads, trackers, malware, and other privacy-invading content on the web. It solves the problem of intrusive advertising, tracking, and malicious scripts while using minimal system resources. It works across multiple browsers including Firefox and Chromium-based browsers.
Internet users seeking enhanced privacy, reduced distractions, and improved browsing performance without the resource overhead of some commercial blockers. It caters to both casual users and advanced users who want fine-grained control over content filtering.
Developers and users choose uBlock Origin for its superior efficiency, comprehensive blocking capabilities, and strong privacy focus. Its open-source nature, lack of 'acceptable ads' compromises, and advanced per-site firewall offer a transparent and powerful alternative to other ad blockers.
Overview
uBlock Origin - An efficient blocker for Chromium and Firefox. Fast and lean.
Use Cases
Best For
- Blocking intrusive ads and popups on websites
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