uBlock Origin
Finally, an efficient blocker. Easy on CPU and memory.
uBlock Origin: Efficient Content Blocker for Edge
uBlock Origin is an efficient wide-spectrum content blocker for Edge, focusing on CPU and memory efficiency. It comes preloaded with multiple filter lists like EasyList and EasyPrivacy, while allowing users to customize their blocking experience with local rules. Completely free and open-source, uBlock Origin supports contributions to filter list maintenance, fostering a community-driven approach to web content filtering.
Add-on stats
Risk impact: High risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- alarms
- contextMenus
- privacy
- storage
- tabs
- unlimitedStorage
- webNavigation
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
Size: 3.95M
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Ranking
# 7
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Add-on summary
Finally, an efficient blocker. Easy on CPU and memory.
IMPORTANT: uBlock Origin is completely unrelated to the site "ublock.org".
uBlock Origin is not an "ad blocker", it's a wide-spectrum content blocker with CPU and memory efficiency as a primary feature.
Out of the box, these lists of filters are loaded and enforced:
- uBlock Origin filter lists
- EasyList (ads)
- EasyPrivacy (tracking)
- Peter Lowe’s Ad server list (ads and tracking)
- Online Malicious URL Blocklist
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Edge Add-on Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Very effective at blocking ads and pop-ups
- Open source, which adds to its security and reliability
- Highly customizable with multiple filter rules
- User-friendly with easy installation and updates
- No issues during regular usage reported by long-term users
Cons
- Stops working on YouTube intermittently
- Requires reinstallation to fix functionality issues
- Needs regular updates to maintain effectiveness
- User complaints about it not working after specific dates
- Some users report temporary fixes rather than permanent solutions
Most mentioned
- Effective ad blocking
- YouTube functionality issues
- Need for updates
- Reinstallation fixes issues
- User satisfaction with customization options
User reviews
Excelente bloqueador lo uso siempre por su poco consumo de recursos, por favor actualizar continuamente la extensión.
by JUAN, 2025-01-16
Where did all the ads go?
by Cory, 2025-01-15
Thank you, Raymond for doing this thing!
by Ashraful, 2025-01-14
Add-on safety
Risk impact
uBlock Origin requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
uBlock Origin has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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