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

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ABP (Adblock Plus) has been reported to fail in blocking ads on platforms like Twitter and YouTube, prompting users to question its effectiveness. Some users have attempted to resolve the issue by uninstalling and reinstalling the extension. There is a "donation" page during installation that raises concerns about whether a payment is necessary for full functionality. Users are encouraged to search for solutions online, as many have discussed similar issues on platforms like Reddit. Additionally, Ublock Origin is recommended as a superior alternative to ABP for ad blocking in 2023, noted for its efficiency and capability in blocking ads effectively.
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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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