uBlock Origin v 1.63.2

uBlock Origin (uBO) is afree, open-sourcebrowser extension for filtering website ads, focusing on blocking ads, trackers, malware, and other web nuisances.

Features

uBlock Origin goes beyond typical ad blockers; the developer calls it a “wide-spectrum content blocker.” Key features include:

• Ad Blocking: Automatically blocks pop-ups, banner ads, and video ads. Loads mainstream filter lists like EasyList and EasyPrivacy by default.
• Privacy Protection: Blocks tracking scripts, cryptocurrency miners, and malicious domains. Supports dynamic filtering rules that override static lists.
• Custom Control:
  • Element Picker: Use the “eyedropper tool” to permanently hide page elements, or the “lightning tool” for temporary removal.
  • Dynamic Filtering Mode: Allows users to manually set global or per-site rules, e.g., blocking third-party scripts or frames.
• Resource Efficiency: Extremely low memory and CPU usage; remains efficient even with thousands of filter rules loaded.
• Compatibility Extensions: Supports importing rules from hosts files and enforces HTTPS access for enhanced security.

It is very easy to use; after installation, no further action is needed—ads on web pages simply disappear.