Image Block X
Image Block X gives you a simple button to change whether or not to load images. Click it once to stop Firefox from loading images, and click it again to allow images again. It's that simple!
Image Block X: Browse Faster with Image Blocking Firefox Add-on
Image Block X is a highly useful Firefox add-on that offers an efficient way to manage image loading in your browser. With a simple click, users can prevent images from loading, saving data usage and improving browsing speed especially on slow connections. Reactivate image loading by just another click. Built as a web extension, it is the modern successor to the popular Image Block add-on.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 48
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
- storage
Size: 13.18K
Email: Im*****@ckuhl.com
URLs: Website
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Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
Image Block X allows you to disable loading images in Firefox, allowing you to save data when you're on a capped connection, and browse faster when you're on a slow connection. It is a spiritual successor to Image Block, rewritten as a web extension.
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Works perfectly for many users
- Useful for blocking irrelevant images and saving data
- Simple and fast functionality
Cons
- Doesn't work seamlessly across sessions; requires toggling multiple times
- Inconsistent performance; doesn't block all images as expected
- Issues with compatibility in newer Firefox versions
Most mentioned
- Problems with functionality after restarting Firefox
- User requests for blacklisting/whitelisting features
- Need for better visibility of the icon in dark mode
User reviews
works perfectly for my use case
by Rzrz, 2024-11-16
In the Mozilla Firefox 119, you have to go back and then click on the website again/hyperlink to see results (not by the Next button). Refreshing page also not gives any changes.
to the persons below: Have you tried to see the extension list by clicking the puzzle button? It was there for me.
by Firefox user 14352703, 2023-11-20
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Image Block X requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Image Block X is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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