Merlin
Nano Defender for Firefox

Nano Defender for Firefox

Companion extension for Nano Adblocker

Nano Defender for Firefox
What is Nano Defender for Firefox?
Nano Defender for Firefox is an essential browser extension that serves as a companion for the Nano Adblocker. It specialises in blocking possible reinsertion of ads into your online content and safeguards the adblocker from any potential probing. Designed specifically for Nano Adblocker and uBlock Origin, it does not operate with other adblockers. Extra installation steps are required for uBlock Origin users.
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By: LiCybora
Rating: 4.57 (144)
Version: 15.0.0.206 (Last updated: 2020-10-13)
Creation date: 2019-01-31
Weekly download count: 28
Firefox on Android: Yes
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
Size: 79.89K
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# 974 ▼ 2
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Important: As of v15.0.0.206, this port has NO RELATIONSHIP to upstream anymore. Any product released as Nano Defender on everywhere else other than AMO and this repository are not related to me!

Features highlight

  • Block ads reinsertion
  • Protect Nano Adblocker from probing
  • Quick and easy issue reporter

This extension is designed for Nano Adblocker and uBlock Origin and does not work with other adblockers.

If you are using uBlock Origin, there are a few extra installation steps that you need to follow: https://jspenguin2017.github.io/uBlockProtector/#extra-installation-steps-for-ublock-origin

You can review the source code here: https://github.com/LiCybora/NanoDefenderFirefox

User reviews
User reviews summary
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
  • Blocks ads effectively
  • Works well with uBlock Origin
  • Free of malicious code (according to some reviewers)
  • Maintained by LiCybora
Cons
  • Some users reported it no longer works or hasn't been updated
  • Issues with filter lists and subscriptions
  • Concerns about the future of the extension
  • Lack of communication from the author
  • Confusion about the safety of the Chrome/Chromium version
Most mentioned
  • Blocks ads effectively
  • Works well with uBlock Origin
  • Free of malicious code (according to some reviewers)
  • Issues with filter lists and subscriptions
  • Concerns about the future of the extension
Recent reviews
by Firefox user 17243298, 2023-02-08
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Safety
Risk impact

Nano Defender for Firefox is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Nano Defender for Firefox if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Nano Defender for Firefox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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