A no-nonsense ad blocker

Latest Version

Version
25.3.0
Update
December 10, 2024
Size
51.81MiB
Developer
www.ublock.org
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Users
1,000,000+
Rating
3.57848 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Permissions
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DeclarativeNetRequest
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uBlock Extension

uBlock: A no-nonsense ad blocker.

The official uBlock extension has been downloaded millions of times and is used all over the world. Install today and enjoy a hassle-free browsing experience!

Why uBlock?

☑ Block ads on YouTube, Facebook, and the rest of your favorite sites
☑ Easy to set up, so you can get your pop-up blocker going right away
☑ No customization needed: automatically provides you with the best ad blocking
☑ Protect yourself from trackers, crypto-miners, other privacy risks
☑ Fast performance: less strain on your computer so you can browse with ease
☑ Free to use, making it easy to jump in and start removing ads

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What is uBlock?

uBlock is an ad and content blocker designed to be lightweight and efficient. uBlock blocks ads on all websites, including Facebook and YouTube. uBlock also protects you against malicious crypto-mining scripts used by sites to use your CPU and slow down your web browsing.

One of the fastest adblockers available, uBlock is simple to set up and easy to use.

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Set and forget.

Add uBlock to your browser to automatically block ads, pop ups, and trackers. Browse faster.

Learn more at https://www.ublock.org/
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install uBlock extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install uBlock 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 uBlock extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install uBlock extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download uBlock extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a uBlock 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 uBlock Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the uBlock extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the uBlock extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for uBlock 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 uBlock 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 uBlock extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install uBlock 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 uBlock extension file

Select and download the uBlock 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 uBlock 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 uBlock 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 uBlock 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 uBlock extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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