minerBlock
Blocks cryptocurrency miners all over the web.
minerBlock: Efficient Cryptocurrency Miner Blocker Add-on for Firefox
'minerBlock' is a Firefox extension designed to block cryptocurrency miners throughout the web. It employs dual strategies to prevent crypto mining - by blocking requests or scripts from blacklists, and detecting any possible mining action within loaded scripts to promptly discontinue them. As a result, it effectively blocks not just inline scripts but also miners operating through proxies. Get this efficient cryptocurrency miner blocker add-on for a secure browsing experience.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2
Weekly download count: 130
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- activeTab
- storage
- unlimitedStorage
- tabs
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- <all_urls>
Size: 210.70K
Email: cr*****@gmail.com
URLs: Privacy policy
Full description: See detailed description
Ranking
# 729 ▼ 2
Other platforms
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spammy, or outdated.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 well and blocks mining effectively
- Thanks to the developers for their work
- It has helped block cripts that other add-ons have failed to block
- Generally functions flawlessly
- Has received positive feedback from users
Cons
- Warning about it possibly being a scam
- Some users report that it makes Firefox slower
- Hasn't been updated for a while, raising concerns
- Issues with certain websites not loading correctly
- Some features are difficult to use
Most mentioned
- Effectiveness in blocking cryptojacking
- Concerns about updates and performance
- Performance issues leading to slower browsing experience
- Warning about potential scams related to the add-on
- Positive user feedback regarding its functionality
User reviews
by 退出中共邪教党团队避疫, 2025-02-13
работает прекрасно, проверено
by Zincin, 2024-09-13
Thanks to the developers.
by Firefox user 18044618, 2024-03-19
Add-on safety
Risk impact
minerBlock 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 analysis details
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