Google Chrome Enforces Manifest V3, Impacting Ad Blockers
New extension rules aim to enhance security and performance but raise concerns among privacy advocates and developers.
Overview
- Manifest V3 will become mandatory for all Chrome extensions, phasing out older versions.
- Google claims the update will improve security, privacy, and performance for users.
- Critics argue the changes benefit advertisers and hinder the effectiveness of ad blockers.
- Popular extensions like uBlock Origin will no longer be supported in their current form.
- Developers are creating 'Lite' versions of ad blockers to comply with new rules.