Image Block X
Image Block X gives you a simple button to change whether or not to load images. Click it once to stop Firefox from loading images, and click it again to allow images again. It's that simple!
Image Block X: Browse Faster with Image Blocking Firefox Add-on
Image Block X is a highly useful Firefox add-on that offers an efficient way to manage image loading in your browser. With a simple click, users can prevent images from loading, saving data usage and improving browsing speed especially on slow connections. Reactivate image loading by just another click. Built as a web extension, it is the modern successor to the popular Image Block add-on.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
By: Christian Kuhl
Rating: 4.29 
(87)
Weekly download count: 44
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
- storage
Size: 13.18K
Email: Im*****@ckuhl.com
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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spammy, or outdated.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
- Works perfectly for many users
- Useful for blocking irrelevant images and saving data
- Simple and fast functionality
Cons
- Doesn't work seamlessly across sessions; requires toggling multiple times
- Inconsistent performance; doesn't block all images as expected
- Issues with compatibility in newer Firefox versions
Most mentioned
- Problems with functionality after restarting Firefox
- User requests for blacklisting/whitelisting features
- Need for better visibility of the icon in dark mode
User reviews
works perfectly for my use case
by Rzrz, 2024-11-16
In the Mozilla Firefox 119, you have to go back and then click on the website again/hyperlink to see results (not by the Next button). Refreshing page also not gives any changes.
to the persons below: Have you tried to see the extension list by clicking the puzzle button? It was there for me.
by Firefox user 14352703, 2023-11-20
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Image Block X 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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We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Image Block X. Use it at your own risk.
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