Popup Blocker (strict)
Strictly block all popup requests from any website by default. A notification window is opened to allow you accept, reject, open the popup in background page, or redirect the current page to popup address
- By:
- Jeremy Schomery
- Rating:
- 4.18 (505)
- Version:
- 0.8.8 (Last updated: 2024-12-20)
- Version code:
- 5860977
- Creation date:
- 2016-10-19
- Permissions:
- storage
- scripting
- Host permissions:
- <all_urls>
- Size:
- 151.46K
- URLs:
- Website ,Privacy policy
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Firefox Browser Add-ons
- Updated:
- 15 hours ago
Manifest V3
Ranking
# 249 ▲ 4
Other platforms
User reviews
Users generally find the Popup Blocker (strict) add-on effective, lightweight, and customizable, praising its additional features and ease of use. However, multiple users report problems with it not working in current Firefox versions unless pinned, failure to block all pop-ups on certain websites, and some interface or usability glitches such as automatic checkbox rechecking and popup control visibility issues related to font size.
Pros
- Effectively blocks pop-ups as intended.
- Customizable with useful features beyond basic blocking, like background opening and redirection.
- Lightweight and easy to use for users with basic knowledge.
- Provides good notification settings and interface usability.
- Free to use and appreciated by users.
Cons
- Some users report that it does not work or stopped working with current Firefox versions unless pinned to the toolbar.
- Fails to block certain pop-ups, such as those on specific sites like Mastercard on Crypto.
- Issues with UI elements such as 'Do not block on this domain' checkbox that auto-refreshes and rechecks itself.
- Font size or scaling issues cause difficulty in accessing popup controls, affecting usability on certain setups.
Recent reviews
Works flawlessly and even has a lot of bonus features of what to do with popups if you don't want to just block them. You can put the pages they would open in the background, redirect your current tab to the link, and more. It is very helpful and far exceeds the core feature of blocking annoying popups.
by Colby, 2025-04-15
by Mohamed Taha, 2025-04-12
I hadn't had a pop up problem until I installed this add-on
by Firefox user 14934536, 2025-04-05
Extension safety
Risk impact
Popup Blocker (strict) requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
Risk likelihood
Popup Blocker (strict) has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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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