Adblock Plus No Longer Blocking Stuff? (Must Pay?)

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Adblock Plus (ABP) has been reported to fail in blocking ads on platforms like Twitter and YouTube as of late 2023. Users have encountered issues even after reinstalling the extension, raising questions about whether a donation is now required for effective ad blocking. The discussion highlights a shift in user experience, with many recommending Ublock Origin as a superior alternative to ABP due to its enhanced efficiency and blocking capabilities.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of browser extensions and their functionalities
  • Familiarity with ad-blocking tools, specifically Adblock Plus and Ublock Origin
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for browser extensions
  • Knowledge of online donation models related to software
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  • Research the latest features and performance comparisons between Adblock Plus and Ublock Origin
  • Learn how to troubleshoot common issues with browser extensions
  • Explore user reviews and community discussions on ad-blocking effectiveness in 2023
  • Investigate the implications of donation models on software functionality
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Web users, digital marketers, and anyone interested in optimizing their ad-blocking experience will benefit from this discussion.

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Approximately two weeks ago, I noticed my ABP not blocking ads on Twitter. This then spread to YouTube and other sites.

I tried uninstalling and reinstalling. There is a "honor"ware page, whereby you can "donate" an amount you can afford.

I skipped that page after installation (i.e., closed it and didn't donate at all). I've never paid for ABP and wasn't sure if that was truly just a "donation" page or if you needed to pay something (even if just $5 - the min. they'll take) for ABP to start blocking ads again.

Has anyone else experienced this?
 
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If you still use ABP in 2023, you're doing something very, very wrong. It's been ages Ublock Origin beats ABP in terms of efficiency and blocking capability.
 

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