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Google is set to remove the remaining workarounds that have allowed older ad-blocking extensions to continue functioning in Chrome.
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Who
Google, Cybernews, Devlin Cronin
What
Google is set to remove the remaining workarounds that have allowed older ad-blocking extensions to continue functioning in Chrome.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:09:58 GMT · 2h 12m ago
Where
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Why
Google is phasing out Manifest V2 support as part of its transition to Manifest V3, a newer extension platform that the company says offers improved security and privacy controls.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The change means that extensions built on Manifest V2, including the original version of uBlock Origin, will no longer function in Chrome from version 151 onward. This could force users to upgrade their ad blockers or switch browsers.
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