Don't track me Google
Removes the annoying link-conversion at Google Search / maps / ...
Don't Track Me Google - Firefox Add-on
"Don't track me Google" is a Firefox add-on initially published as a user script in 2011 and as a Chrome extension in 2012. It deactivates Google's link-conversion/tracking feature which alters search results into trackable links. This feature enhances user privacy by preventing tracking, speeds up the loading of search results, and simplifies copying of links.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 1,882
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: Very high risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- storage
Size: 26.65K
Email: ro*****@robwu.nl
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 260 ▼ 3
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Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
At the Google Search engine, search results are converted to an ugly link upon click. This link enables tracking for Google.
For example, the search entry
http://www.google.com/(when searching for "Google") will be replaced with:https://encrypted.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=Google&source=web&cd=8&sqi=2&ved=0CFgQFjAH&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&ei=Ej__TrCkJo2bOrSs2aIE&usg=AFQjCNG5-9Jej-ukVeakTgwonqt2narbYg&sig2=f9f1dWcZoj6ZUC2Zxy9y2g
History: Initially published as a user script (2011), later as a Chrome extension (2012), and now (2016) also as a Firefox add-on, because it is now possible to provide this feature in Firefox without side effects.
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Helps to prevent URL tracking
- Appreciated for its efforts
- Considered a useful tool against internet trackers
Cons
- Claims of not working safely
- Limited effectiveness against Google's tracking methods
- Some users feel it is no longer necessary due to other tools
Most mentioned
- Appreciation for the work done
- Concerns about the effectiveness against sophisticated tracking
- Requests for additional features like YouTube link support
User reviews
Wow, that's amazing!!! Thanks for your great work!
by Universe, 2025-01-05
by Arel, 2025-01-04
the internet is full of trackers so this is a blessing
by tagster, 2024-12-29
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Don't track me Google requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Don't track me Google has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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