Total Adblock
Blocks ads, pop-ups, and tracking on websites and YouTube for faster, private browsing.
What it does
Permissions and access
Taken from the extension's own manifest file inside the package. The store listing does not spell this out, so it is worth reading before you install.
| Permission | What it allows |
|---|---|
declarativeNetRequest | Block or modify network requests |
storage | Store its own settings and data |
tabs | See the addresses and titles of your open tabs |
unlimitedStorage | Store unlimited data on your computer |
webRequest | Watch your network requests |
Requests 5 permissions — extensions doing the same job average 6.8.
Technical details
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Description
Total Adblock is a comprehensive ad blocking extension for Chrome that eliminates all types of advertisements, tracking mechanisms, and malicious redirects from your browsing experience. It works across websites and YouTube, removing pop-ups, banners, video ads, and sponsored content to create a cleaner, faster, and more private browsing environment. Once installed, the extension automatically starts blocking ads without requiring any configuration, but users can customize settings to fine-tune their preferences.
Key Features
- Universal Ad Blocking: Removes banner ads, autoplay video ads, and sponsored content from all websites. This includes pre-roll and mid-roll video ads on YouTube, as well as pop-up and pop-under ads that interrupt your browsing. By blocking these elements, web pages load faster and display less clutter.
- YouTube Ad Blocker: Specifically targets video ads on YouTube, stopping ads that play before or during videos. This ensures an uninterrupted viewing experience, whether you're watching tutorials, music videos, or vlogs.
- Pop-up & Pop-under Blocker: Prevents intrusive pop-up windows and hidden pop-under ads from appearing. These ads often open new tabs or windows without your consent, and blocking them reduces distractions and potential security risks.
- Privacy Protection: Blocks tracking scripts, spy ads, and tracking cookies that collect your browsing data. This prevents advertisers from following you across the web and helps maintain your online privacy. The extension also stops malicious redirects that could lead to harmful sites.
- Faster Browsing: By preventing ads from loading, the extension reduces the amount of data that needs to be downloaded, resulting in quicker page load times and smoother overall performance. This is especially noticeable on ad-heavy websites.
Total Adblock is ideal for users who want a straightforward, one-stop solution to block ads across all websites without needing multiple tools. It is particularly useful for those who frequently watch YouTube and want to avoid video ads, as well as privacy-conscious individuals who want to limit tracking. The extension's automatic operation makes it accessible to non-technical users, while the customizable settings allow advanced users to whitelist specific sites or adjust blocking levels.
Extensions that do the same job
Matched by what these extensions actually do, not by store category, and sorted so the ones asking for the least access come first.
| Extension | Site access | Permissions | Users | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Adblock — this page | All sites | 5 | 3K | 3.7★ |
| AdGuard AdBlocker | All sites | 11 | 16M | 4.7★ |
| uBlock Origin Lite | All sites | 8 | 16M | 4.5★ |
| Malwarebytes Browser Guard | All sites | 13 | 11M | 3.9★ |
| Online Security | All sites | 18 | 10M | 3.6★ |
| DuckDuckGo Search & Tracker Protection | All sites | 11 | 3M | 4.2★ |
| AdBlocker Ultimate | All sites | 10 | 2M | 4.8★ |
Want the same thing with less access? BetterTTV, MEGA, Virtru Email Protection ask for fewer permissions than this one.
Store data last checked August 14, 2026.