Tired of Google search ads? This extension hides sponsored content for a cleaner experience.

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1.0
Update
March 16, 2024
Size
3.45KiB
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25
Rating
4 ★
Manifest Version
3
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Search Ad-Free Extension

Ad-Free and Scam-Free Search Experience
Tired of sponsored content and ads on Google Search? Worried about the dangers of scam ads? Then this extension is for you!

Features:

Hides sponsored content and ads: Only see organic results in Google Search.
Blocks scam ads: Protects you from phishing and other online scams.
Enables faster and more efficient searching: Find the information you need faster by eliminating distractions.
Provides a cleaner and more minimalist search experience: Simplifies the interface for easy use.
Why Use This Extension?

To search more safely: Scam ads can be used to steal your personal information or infect your device with viruses. Our extension blocks these ads and protects you from online threats.
To research more efficiently: Sponsored content and ads can make it difficult to find the information you need. Our extension hides this content to help you find what you're looking for faster.
To have a more enjoyable search experience: Ads and sponsored content can clutter your search experience. Our extension cleans up the search page for a more enjoyable experience.
Install now and enjoy ad-free and scam-free searching!

Note: Our extension is free and easy to use. It takes just a few minutes to install.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Search Ad-Free", "version": "1.0", "description": "Tired of Google search ads? This extension hides sponsored content for a cleaner experience.", "content_scripts": [ { "matches": [ "https://*.google.com/search*" ], "js": ["contentscript.js"] } ] } "
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How to download and manually install Search Ad-Free extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Search Ad-Free extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free extension file

Select and download the Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free 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 Search Ad-Free extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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