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AI Block

by Papillon Software · Privacy & Security
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Blocks all websites from calling window.ai

Users
812
−38 in 30 days
Rating
2.5 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
6
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#35K
#29K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 5 Jul 2024

Users

monthly, 2 years
0444888Jul 2024Sep 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 812 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 2 years
036Jul 2024Sep 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 6 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About AI Block

AI Block: Secure Your Browser from the Misuse of Chromes Built-in AI 🛑 Overview With the introduction of built-in AI capabilities in browsers, such as Chrome's Gemini Nano, web applications can now perform AI-powered tasks locally, without the need for server-side processing. While this innovation offers remarkable benefits like enhanced privacy, reduced latency, and offline functionality, it also introduces potential risks. AI Block is designed to mitigate these risks by providing users the power to control and block the use of the window.ai API in their browsers completely. 🙋 Why AI Block? The window.ai API, a powerful interface for on-device AI, has transformative potential. However, if misused, it could lead to several risks: 🕵️ Privacy Concerns: Despite local processing, malicious scripts could leverage AI capabilities to analyze sensitive data without user consent. 🙅‍♀️ Unauthorised Resource Use: AI models, particularly sophisticated ones like Gemini Nano, are resource-intensive. Malicious websites might exploit these AI capabilities, leading to significant performance degradation or battery drain. 📊 Data Integrity Attacks: On-device AI could be used to alter or fabricate content, potentially misleading users or manipulating information without their knowledge. 👮 Security Vulnerabilities: As with any new technology, the integration of AI into browsers can introduce new attack vectors for malicious entities. Features 🫷Complete Blockage of window.ai: Prevent any access to or execution of the window.ai API, ensuring that no unwanted AI processes run in your browser. 🛡️ Real-time Protection: AI Block actively monitors and blocks attempts to invoke window.ai, protecting your device from unauthorised use in real-time. 🤖 Works Automatically: Easy to use, disable AI functionalities across all websites without lifting a finger. Just install! Join the Responsible AI Usage Movement AI Block is not just a tool; it's a movement towards responsible AI usage in web technologies. By installing AI Block, you are taking a crucial step in safeguarding your digital environment from potential abuses of emerging AI integrations in browsers. Installation and Setup Easy to install, AI Block integrates seamlessly with your Chrome browser. Get started in just a few clicks and take control of how AI is used in your browser. Feedback and Support Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of AI Block. Feel free to message the dev! Download AI Block today and take control of AI in your browser!

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days−2−0.2%00.00
30 days−38−4.5%00.00
6 months−23−2.8%+2−0.75
1 year−188−18.8%+3−0.83

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.05 Jul 2024

Details

Category
Privacy & Security
First seen
5 Jul 2024
Size
142 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
bepbbcpgoljdlbihghneodnejodaeiih

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 3

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