Is AdBlocker Ultimate Safe? — Extension Safety Profile

This extension requests broad permissions typical of ad blockers: it can read and modify network requests on all websites (), use storage to save settings, and access tabs and web navigation for page-level operations. The "cookies" and "scripting" permissions allow it to inject code and manage tracking cookies, which is standard for content-blocking tools that need to filter or hide elements. While the scope is expected for its category, the 45% score in Permissions & Access reflects that such wide-reaching capabilities carry inherent risk if misused or if the extension were compromised.

For any ad-blocking extension, a careful user should be aware that these tools can see all browsing activity and page content. The publisher’s identity score of 60% suggests some gaps in verifiable ownership details, which is a common concern with smaller developers. Users should verify that the extension name and publisher match the official source, as popular ad blockers are frequent targets for copycat or phishing extensions that mimic legitimate ones to gain the same broad access.

The extension scores perfectly in Community Reputation and Maintenance & Ownership, indicating a strong, active user base and regular updates. The developer’s stated privacy practices—claiming data is not sold or used for unrelated purposes—are a positive signal, though they are self-declared and not independently verified. Overall, the permissions are necessary for the job, but the high level of access means users should stay vigilant about updates and only install from trusted store listings.