uBlock Origin extension
Security at a glance
Describes the Firefox listing; other stores are scanned separately and can score differently. Automated estimate from our latest scan (malware, permissions, obfuscation) — not a security audit. Higher safety score is better.
See the full security reportFirefox listing ID: ublock-origin
Permissions (23)
- Access to all websites
- Control privacy settings
- View open tabs
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Frequently asked questions
Is uBlock Origin safe to use?
Our latest automated scan rates the Firefox listing of uBlock Origin at 73/100 (some risk) — malware, permission and obfuscation checks combined. The full report lists every finding behind the number.
What permissions does uBlock Origin require?
uBlock Origin requests 23 permissions. The most significant: Access to all websites, Control privacy settings, View open tabs. See the full breakdown in the security report.
Who develops uBlock Origin?
uBlock Origin is published by Raymond Hill. Impersonators copy popular extension names, so always verify the developer line and listing id on the store page before installing.