Request Blocker

Request Blocker

Block requests with URL match patterns

What is Request Blocker?
Request Blocker is a Firefox add-on that allows you to block requests with URL match patterns. It utilizes WebExtensions built-in format to specify groups of URLs. Learn more at the Mozilla Developer Network.
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Stats
Users: 418 ▼ -5
Rating: 4.90 (20)
Version: 0.6.2 (Last updated: 2023-11-11)
Creation date: 2017-10-09
Weekly download count: 18
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 20.20K
URLs: Website
Stats date:

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Summary

Match patterns are WebExtensions built-in format to specify groups of URLs. See https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Mozilla/Add-ons/WebExtensions/Match_patterns

User reviews
This is exactly what I am looking for! Simple and effective. Great work!
by akira, 2023-09-24
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Safety
Risk impact

Request Blocker 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 Request Blocker if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Request Blocker is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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