Disconnect
Make the web faster, more private, and more secure.
Disconnect Firefox Add-on - Enhance Privacy & Browsing Speed
"Disconnect" is a prominent Firefox add-on that lets you visualize and block websites that track your search and browsing history. It improves web speed, reduces bandwidth use, and ensures a more private and secure browsing session. Distinguished by several awards for its efficiency, Disconnect is open-source, and works harmoniously with other filtering add-ons to provide an optimized internet experience.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Disconnect
Rating: 4.14 
1 new ratings
(509)
Weekly download count: 1,228
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- tabs
- webNavigation
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
Size: 1.90M
Email: su*****@disconnect.me
URLs: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 249 ▼ 2
Other platforms
Not available on Android
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spammy, or outdated.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
- Blocks various tracking mechanisms effectively
- Has improved site loading speeds historically
- Free to use in its earlier versions
- Remains popular among long-time users
Cons
- Blocks necessary functionalities on sites (like hCaptcha, RECAPTCHA)
- Free features seem to be limited or not functioning as expected
- Not regularly updated or maintained
- Transition to premium model is unclear and disappointing
Most mentioned
- Issues with sites that use hCaptcha and RECAPTCHA
- Concerns about the add-on's effectiveness and maintenance
- Comparison with Firefox's built-in tracking protection
User reviews
Amazing! Already blocked 3!
by Turtle, 2025-03-04
by josh L., 2025-03-01
Blocks hCaptcha
by Mr.Devil, 2025-02-23
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Disconnect 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 Disconnect. Use it at your own risk.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- Medium This extension has medium user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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