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Google Chrome Moves to Disable Popular Ad Blocker uBlock Origin

This change comes as part of Google's shift to Manifest V3, affecting the functionality of many ad-blocking extensions.

  • Google Chrome is phasing out support for extensions not compatible with its new Manifest V3, including uBlock Origin.
  • Manifest V3 replaces the webRequest API with declarativeNetRequest API, aiming to enhance user security and privacy.
  • The transition to Manifest V3 has sparked backlash from users and developers due to its impact on ad-blocking capabilities.
  • uBlock Origin Lite, a less powerful version compliant with Manifest V3, is available but lacks some key features.
  • Users are considering switching to alternative browsers like Firefox and Brave, which still support Manifest V2.
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