Block websites based on content and URLs

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Version
1.0.2
Update
November 26, 2024
Size
627KiB
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Users
7
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
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Website Content Blocker Extension

Website Content Blocker - Protect Your Online Experience
A lightweight browser extension that helps you control your web browsing through keyword and URL-based content blocking.

Core Features:

Content-Based Blocking: Block websites that contain specific keywords in their content or URLs

Dual Filtering System:

Word Filtering: Block pages containing specific words in their content
URL Filtering: Block specific domains or URLs using exact matches or wildcards (*)


Real-Time Monitoring: Continuously checks page content as it loads
Password Protection: Secure your blocking settings with a password


Easy Management Interface:

Add Filter Tab: Quickly add new words or URLs to block
List View Tab: Easily manage your blocked content with a clear overview
One-Click Removal: Remove individual items or clear all at once



How It Works:

Add words or URLs you want to block
The extension automatically checks every webpage against your block list
If blocked content is detected, the page is replaced with a block screen
Use the recheck button to verify pages after making changes

Technical Features:

Pattern Matching: Support for wildcard (*) in URL blocking
Efficient Caching: Smart content caching for better performance
SPA Support: Works with modern single-page applications
Cross-Browser Compatibility: Works on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge

Simple Setup:

Click the extension icon to open the interface
Add keywords or URLs in the 'Add Content' tab
View and manage your blocked items in the 'View List' tab
Use the recheck button to apply changes to the current page

Note: Please refresh the page after removing blocking rules to see the changes.
This is version 1.0.1, focused on core content blocking functionality.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Website Content Blocker", "version": "1.0.2", "description": "Block websites based on content and URLs", "icons": { "16": "icons/logo.png", "32": "icons/logo.png", "48": "icons/logo.png", "128": "icons/logo.png" }, "permissions": [ "storage", "activeTab" ], "host_permissions": [ "" ], "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "" ], "js": [ "content_scripts/removePage.js" ], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "action": { "default_icon": "icons/logo.png", "default_title": "Website Content Blocker", "default_popup": "popup/block_by_content.html" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": [ "foregrounds/warning.svg" ], "matches": [ "" ] } ]}
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How to download and manually install Website Content Blocker extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Website Content Blocker extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Website Content Blocker extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Website Content Blocker extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Website Content Blocker extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Website Content Blocker extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Website Content Blocker Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Website Content Blocker extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Website Content Blocker extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Website Content Blocker extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Website Content Blocker extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Website Content Blocker extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Website Content Blocker extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Website Content Blocker extension file

Select and download the Website Content Blocker extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Website Content Blocker extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Website Content Blocker extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Website Content Blocker extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Website Content Blocker extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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