PopUpOFF

Removes and prevents popups, overlays and cookie notifications, other tools do not. Enjoy the original look of the internet.

PopUpOFF - Ultimate Firefox Add-on for Blocking Popups

PopUpOFF is a uniquely beneficial Firefox add-on. This tool is far more than just a popup blocker. PopUpOFF strategically removes all types of overlays from your browsing experience while also preventing them from reappearing. This includes disturbing cookie notifications and persistent subscription popups that other blockers would miss. Additionally, PopUpOFF offers you complete control, allowing you to customize your browsing experience. Despite being non-commercial and open-source, it performs at an exceptional level, even helping unlock paid content on some sites for free. Be aware: once you start using PopUpOFF, you may not want to browse without it.
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Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 45,241
-134
Rating: 4.40
(116)
1 new ratings
Version: 2.1.3 (Last updated: 2023-08-11)
Version code: 5606570
Creation date: 2020-06-05
Weekly download count: 1,889
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • tabs
  • http://*/
  • https://*/
  • contextMenus
Size: 66.16K
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 342 ▼ 2
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Other platforms

PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker (v2.1.3)
30,000 4.64 (134)
Not available on Android
PopUpOFF - Popup and overlay blocker (v2.1.3)
9,261 4.30 (18)

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
  • Effectively removes annoying pop-ups and subscription prompts on sites like CNN
  • Eliminates video pop-ups that follow the user down news articles
  • Works well to block excessive pop-ups on various sites, including movie sites
Cons
  • Issues with the add-on blocking necessary site functionalities even when turned off
  • Feedback spam when attempting to uninstall the add-on
  • Keyboard shortcut for usability has stopped functioning and is not customizable
  • Causes bugs on web pages, blocking forms and images
Most mentioned
  • Pop-ups being effectively blocked
  • Functional issues when the add-on is turned off
  • Feedback requests upon uninstallation
  • Bugs caused on certain web pages
User reviews
This is insane. Works so well to remove CNNs stupid subscription pages.
by tjoinno, 2025-03-08
by 敬念法轮大法好远离瘟疫, 2025-02-26
by Firefox user 17948896, 2025-02-22
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

PopUpOFF 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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