uBlock Origin Alternatives

As of February 26, 2025, Google Chrome has begun disabling and suggesting the removal of extensions that are not updated for Manifest V3, particularly affecting popular extensions like uBlock Origin.

Note: Manifest V3 (MV3) is the latest version of the extension platform for Chromium-based browsers (like Chrome, Edge, and Brave). It introduces significant changes to how browser extensions, especially ad blockers and privacy tools, function.

If you are a fan of the popular uBlock Origin plugin, you may have noticed that it has recently been disabled in the Chrome browser. This is due to the changes in Manifest V3, but here are some other options.

uBlock Origin Lite This option isn't as powerful as the original uBlock Origin, but it is still a useful option.

Ghostery is more than just a Chrome Ad Blocker. It provides comprehensive privacy protection while minimizing the need for customization and maintenance. As an open-source extension supported by thousands of Contributors worldwide, Ghostery is free to use forever.

AdGuard AdBlocker AdGuard ad blocker effectively blocks all types of ads on all web pages, even on Facebook, YouTube, and others.

Do you have another extension you prefer? Let me know.