Overlay Remover Auto

Automatically close detected overlays / popups on enabled websites (on page load and/or on timed intervals)
What is Overlay Remover Auto?
'Overlay Remover Auto' is a Firefox add-on that seamlessly detects and exterminates annoying overlays or popups on chosen websites. With options for blacklist and whitelist, it ensures a user-tailored browsing experience. Whether running on timed intervals or on page load, this add-on assures your web exploration remains uninterrupted.
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Add-on stats

By: InanZen
Users: 935 ▼ -2
Rating: 4.32 (19)
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2019-06-14)
Creation date: 2019-05-29
Weekly download count: 12
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • storage
Size: 19.06K
URLs: Website

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Add-on summary

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Based on Behind The Overlay extension by Nicolae Namolovan.

This extension automatically removes detected overlays on enabled websites. Can be easily configured for specific website (by clicking the the extension button).

Can run in blacklist mode (run only on enabled websites) or in whitelist mode (run on all websites expect those you disable). Defaults to blacklist mode, can be changed in extension Options (right click icon, Manage Extension, Options tab).

Some websites display delayed overlays - set timed run for these websites. On some websites the timed run can remove more than just the overlay - in this case set the "Stop timer if overlay found" to stop after first overlay is removed.

Note on algorithm for detection: it is still default from Nicolae Namolovan - it looks for overlays in the center of the screen, so it might not detect some of the cookie notifications displayed on the bottom of the screen. I might improve that in the future.

Requires permissions: Tabs (for synchronizing website options on all already open tabs), Access your data for all websites (for automatic running of ora_content.js on all websites - but only runs on enabled ones), storage (for storing of settings)

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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
  • Works effectively to auto-close overlays on demand
  • Helps eliminate annoying pop-ups and redirects on frequently used sites
  • User-friendly once set up correctly
Cons
  • Requires set-up and can be annoying to configure properly
  • May prevent legitimate sites from loading when in whitelist mode
  • Access permission for all websites raises privacy concerns
Most mentioned
  • Issues with overlays on certain websites
  • Need for a blacklist or customizable domain editing
  • Ease of use and effectiveness once configured
Recent reviews
A major missed overlay is that stupid google vignette... might not be malicious but is very annoying.
by Avigor, 2024-11-13
Great idea, but it needs a bit more work. Some websites don't work with this plugin, so there should be a black-list of sites where to disable this plugin. Also, some websites disable scrollbars while overlays are shown (bild.de), so I think the add-on should re-enable those again.
by JoaCHIP, 2023-09-12
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Risk impact

Overlay Remover Auto requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Overlay Remover Auto has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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