BarbBlock
BarbBlock is a content blocking extension. It blocks requests to sites which have used DMCA takedowns to force removal from other blacklists.
BarbBlock - Content Blocking Add-on
BarbBlock is a content blocking extension that automatically blacklists sites using DMCA takedowns to force removal from content blocking lists. It was created in response to a troubling instance where a company exploited the DMCA takedown process. BarbBlock aims to automate the Streisand effect by blocking such sites.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Paul Butler
Rating: 5.00 
(6)
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
Size: 27.36K
Email: ba*****@paulbutler.org
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
User reviews
by nepvee, 2022-02-02
by Cybo1927, 2019-11-02
by Firefox user 14319917, 2019-01-24
Add-on safety
Risk impact
BarbBlock requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of BarbBlock. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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