Unfortunately, as a recentAdGuard reportreminded us, you cant trust big tech to keep your devices safe.
Do not download the extension unless you know exactly what youre getting.
Ive also thrown in the names of legitimate extensions.
Can you tell which is which?
When in doubt, consider the authenticity of what youve search for.
Also, just because an extension uses open-source terminology doesnt mean that its legitimate.
GPLv3 Code from Adblock is used and stated in the source code.
Enhanced adblock, tracking protection and bitcoin mining protection.
Sounds slightly more like a real extension, right?
Block annoying and intrusive ads for a cleaner, better web experience.
Blocking ads also reduces the risk of infection from malvertising campaigns.
Users also have the option to add personal filters and whitelist websites.
Used by millions worldwide, Adblock Plus is a community-driven open source project.
Hundreds of volunteers contribute daily to ensure that all intrusive ads are blocked.
Could a malware creator write a description as smooth as that?
Again, were not trying to point to a single definitive example that separates a legitimate extension from malware.
Once again, we turn to an example from the bogus AdRemover for Google Chrome extension.
and Adblock Super, but with additional blocked trackers.
Again, theres no site called Raymonds Tech Ressources, nor even one called Raymonds Tech Resources.
They will instead usurp the identities of other developers (e.g.
Ad Remover and uBlock Adblocker vs. uBlock Plus Adblocker).
Others will not even make a website for their extensions (Superblock being a great example of this).
Highly recommended for chrome users!
Ruand S. -
My favorite ad blocker.
I hated theese facebook ads so much, so installed ad blocker.
Thank you
Cecilia -
Excellent Adblocker !
Blocked all the unwanted & irritating pop ups!
Patricia D. -
Not pestered by anymore unwanted ads.
Alden D. -
I love AdRemover Adblocker.
Its also the best.
User other adblocker but this is good.
