Opt out of Google's interest-based ads as you browse the web with Chrome.

Latest Version

Version
1.5
Update
August 12, 2013
Size
12.09KiB
Developer
chrome.google.com
Category
Users
500,000+
Rating
3.23921 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Http://doubleclick.net/
Cookies
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IBA Opt-out (by Google) Extension

This extension opts you out of the DoubleClick advertising cookie, which Google uses to show you interest-based ads on partnering websites.

- Stops interest-based ads on some of the websites that partner with Google
- One-time install on Chrome
- Opt out remains in effect, even after you clear your browser’s cookies

For developers
IBA Opt out extension by Google is available as open source at http://code.google.com/p/google-opt-out-plugin/

Terms of Service
By using IBA Opt out, you agree to the Terms of Service at https://chrome.google.com/extensions/intl/en/gallery_tos.html
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "IBA Opt-out (by Google)", "version": "1.5", "description": "Opt out of Google's interest-based ads as you browse the web with Chrome.", "manifest_version": 2, "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "32": "icon32.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" }, "background": { "scripts": ["background.js"] }, "minimum_chrome_version": "12.0.707.0", "permissions": [ "http://doubleclick.net/", "cookies" ]}
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How to download and manually install IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install IBA Opt-out (by Google) extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension file

Select and download the IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) 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 IBA Opt-out (by Google) extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Kavindu Kithumina “Kavindu Kithumina” Edirisinghe (ID: 00000016e615c47b) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/02/2022 good

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Akshita K (ID: 00000009fc5f99b0) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 07/24/2022 I continuously receives unwanted ads especially for donations and google is pushing these ads in every video, after creating huge market base, now google is acting like a dictator, many times, I requested that I should n't receive any ads like these.

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B. (ID: 000000725ab8889a) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 07/21/2022 Useless extension that doesn't do anything except change the type of ads you see. There is literally no point to this, people who think untargeted ads are somehow better than targeted ads are just wrong.

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พงษ์สวัสดิ์ นนธิจันทร์ (ID: 000000e4e75b1409) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 04/14/2022 เกิดข้อผิดพลาดในการเข้าใช้ตลอดเลยครับ

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Phillip Miller (ID: 0000001dd9a5fd07) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 03/17/2022 I am not a computer person myself, but dang this helped me out. I am telling all my friends and family about how helpful this tool was to me!