Decentraleyes

Protects you against tracking through "free", centralized, content delivery. It prevents a lot of requests from reaching networks like Google Hosted Libraries, and serves local files to keep sites from breaking. Complements regular content blockers.

Decentraleyes: Enhance Online Privacy

"Decentraleyes" is a Firefox add-on that enhances online privacy by preventing requests to large third-party content delivery networks. It serves local files to ensure websites function properly while blocking trackers. Designed to complement regular content blockers, it requires no configuration and works out of the box. While not a complete solution, it effectively reduces the amount of data sent, improving your browsing security and speed.

Add-on stats

Manifest V3
Daily users: 262,065
-752
Version: 3.0.0 (Last updated: 2024-12-05)
Version code: 5847827
Creation date: 2014-06-10
Weekly download count: 3,607
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • privacy
  • webNavigation
  • webRequestBlocking
  • webRequest
  • unlimitedStorage
  • storage
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 7.18M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Decentraleyes (v3.0.0)
100,000 4.75 (228)
Not available on Android
Decentraleyes (v3.0.0)
49,204 4.80 (31)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Enhances privacy and security by reducing CDN reliance
  • High rating for features, design, and performance
  • Long-term users found it reliable for many years
Cons
  • Can cause issues with site loading, particularly for videos
  • Caused connectivity problems for some users
  • Unclear functionality for new users
Most mentioned
  • Performance issues after extended use
  • Positive impact on privacy and security
  • Long-term reliability if not causing issues
User reviews
by Quitanell, 2025-03-08


Fast acting.
by Zeke Foonman, 2025-03-07
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Decentraleyes 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 Decentraleyes. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Low This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.
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