How to Block Ads
Ads were driving me insane, so I put this together. Just the tools I use every day.
Support the people who build theseThe Tools
I use these four daily. All open source, all solid.
Firefox
Firefox is the only browser I’m willing to use. It’s not perfect, but at least it doesn’t fight you for blocking ads like Chromium-based browsers do.
Download Firefox →uBlock Origin
Best ad blocker out there. Fast, no tracking, kills the garbage. Just install it.
Add to Firefox →Violentmonkey
Runs custom scripts on any site. I use it to skip link timers and clean up cluttered UI.
Add to Firefox →Tampermonkey
Another scripts manager. Use it if you don't like Violentmonkey for some reason. Does the same thing.
Add to Firefox →Link Bypasser
I hate "Wait 10 seconds" pages. This script skips them. Saves a lot of time.
How to set it up →Step-by-Step
Do this in order. Setup takes only a few minutes.
Get Firefox
Firefox isn't perfect, but at least it won't lock you out for blocking ads like Chromium-based browsers do.
- Download it: mozilla.org/firefox
- Install it. Just click through.
- Launch it.
Firefox has a built-in proxy that hides your IP from trackers.
Free, 50 GB every month.
- Type
about:configin the address bar and hit Enter. - Click Accept the Risk and Continue.
- Search for
browser.ipprotection.enabled. - Click the toggle arrow or double-click it to switch to
true.
Add uBlock Origin
The only extension you really need.
- Install from Add-ons Store
- Hit "Add to Firefox"
- It starts working immediately. Check your toolbar.
Script Manager
You need this to run custom scripts. Pick one:
- Violentmonkey: I use this one (Recommended)
- Tampermonkey: Use this if you want (Alternative)
Install the Bypasser
This kills the "Wait 10s" junk.
-
One-click install:
[Install the Script] - Click "Confirm Installation" when the manager pops up.
- Done. No more timers.
Note: Check gongchandang49's page sometimes for updates.
Filters & Sites
Mess with the settings once you know what you're doing.
- Add more filter lists in uBlock if you want.
- Whitelist sites that aren't trash.
- Find more scripts on Greasyfork.
- That's it. Enjoy.
Other Stuff
Not required, but I use these to make things even cleaner.
Return YT Dislikes
I'm not wasting time on garbage tutorials. This brings back the dislikes so I know if a video is a waste of time.
Add to Firefox →SponsorBlock
Skips the "sponsored by" garbage automatically. Saves hours of my life.
Add to Firefox →DeArrow
I'm sick of seeing open-mouth thumbnails and red arrows. This replaces clickbait with community-sourced titles and actual frames from the video.
Utilities
Software you should probably have if you're on Windows.
Windows Activation
The only way to activate Windows and Office without the BS. Open source and clean.
Visit massgrave.dev →IDM Trial Reset
Resets the IDM trial. That's it. Simple utility by J2TEAM.
Visit GitHub Repository →qBittorrent
A reliable, open-source alternative to uTorrent without ads or miners.
Download qBittorrent →AB Download Manager
An IDM alternative that actually looks good. Fast as hell and open source.
WinUtil
Chris Titus's script. Use it to debloat Windows and install apps fast. I run this on every new install.
View WinUtil on GitHub →Morphe
Patches YouTube, YouTube Music, and Reddit. Adds ad blocking, SponsorBlock, and more.
Visit morphe.software →ReVanced (APKs)
Pre-built ReVanced APKs if you don't want to patch them yourself.
Visit GitHub Repository →The Collection
Where I go to find free resources.
FMHY
Free Media Heck Yeah. Massive collection of tools and stuff. If it's not here, it's not free.
Explore FMHY →Free for Devs
Huge list of services with free tiers. Check here before paying for anything.
Browse Free Services →Piracy: Sail the High Seas
⚓ The subreddit for finding anything you don't want to pay for. Check the wiki.
Visit Megathread →Support the creators.
People spend their free time building these tools for us. If they save you time, throw them some money.