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uBlock Origin

By: Raymond Hill (gorhill)

uBlock Origin is a free, open-source content blocker that’s easy on CPU and memory. Blocks ads, trackers, malware, and annoyances efficiently.

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Features & Capabilities

uBlock Origin is a powerful, free, and open-source content blocker that efficiently filters out ads, trackers, malware, and web annoyances with minimal CPU and memory usage. Unlike typical ad blockers, it functions as a wide-spectrum content blocker, providing users with high customization options, including advanced filtering and local JavaScript blocking. It comes preloaded with popular filter lists like EasyList, EasyPrivacy, and Peter Lowe’s Ad server list, while also supporting additional lists and user-defined rules for tailored browsing protection. Perfect for users seeking both performance and comprehensive web filtering, uBlock Origin maintains transparency and quality through active community contributions and continuous updates. As a GPLv3 licensed extension maintained by a dedicated community, uBlock Origin empowers users to browse the web securely and smoothly without unnecessary resource drain. Extensive documentation, changelog, and contributor information are available publicly on GitHub, underscoring the extension’s commitment to open development and user freedom.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Users
12,000,000
Rating
4.70 (35,457)
Version
1.72.2
Last updated
2026-07-08
Category
Uncategorized
Risk
Very high impact / Low likelihood
Size
4.35 MB
Platform
Chrome
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