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Tired of annoying ads, pop-ups, and trackers slowing down your browsing? This guide shows you exactly how to block ads in Atlas Browser using the best ad blocking extensions. You'll learn which ad blocker to choose, how to set it up, and advanced tips for blocking even the most stubborn ads.
Why Block Ads in Atlas Browser?
Ad blocking isn't just about avoiding annoying pop-ups. Here's why millions of users block ads:
- Faster browsing: Pages load 46% faster without ads and tracking scripts
- Privacy protection: Block trackers that follow you across websites
- Security: Prevent malvertising (malware delivered through ads)
- Less data usage: Save bandwidth by not loading ad content
- Better focus: Read articles without distracting banners and pop-ups
- Battery life: Fewer scripts = longer battery on laptops
Ad Blocker Comparison: Which One to Choose?
Not all ad blockers are created equal. Here's how the top options compare:
| Feature | uBlock Origin | AdBlock Plus | AdGuard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free | Freemium |
| Open Source | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Memory Usage | Very Low | Medium | Medium |
| Blocks YouTube Ads | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| "Acceptable Ads" | ✗ None | ✓ Shows some ads | ✓ Shows some ads |
| Custom Filters | ✓ Advanced | Basic | ✓ Advanced |
| Our Rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Install uBlock Origin on Atlas Browser
Follow these steps to install and configure uBlock Origin:
Open Atlas Browser and go to the uBlock Origin page. Click "Add to Chrome" and confirm.
Click the puzzle piece icon (🧩) in the toolbar, find uBlock Origin, and click the pin icon to keep it visible.
Visit any website with ads (like a news site). You should see the uBlock Origin icon showing a number—that's how many ads it blocked!
Click the uBlock Origin icon → click the gear icon (⚙️) to access advanced settings and filter lists.
Advanced Ad Blocking Settings
Enable Additional Filter Lists
uBlock Origin comes with basic filters enabled. For maximum protection, enable these additional lists:
- Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon (⚙️)
- Go to "Filter lists" tab
- Enable these recommended lists:
- Ads: EasyList, AdGuard Base
- Privacy: EasyPrivacy, AdGuard Tracking Protection
- Malware: Malware Domain List, Spam404
- Annoyances: Fanboy's Annoyance List (blocks cookie notices, social widgets)
- Click "Update now" to download the latest filters
Block Specific Elements
Sometimes ads slip through. Use the element picker to block them manually:
- Click uBlock Origin icon
- Click the eyedropper icon (element picker)
- Click on the ad or annoying element
- Click "Create" to add a custom filter
How to Block YouTube Ads in Atlas Browser
YouTube ads are particularly annoying. Here's how to block them completely:
Method 1: uBlock Origin (Recommended)
uBlock Origin blocks most YouTube ads by default. Make sure these filter lists are enabled:
- uBlock filters
- EasyList
- Peter Lowe's Ad and tracking server list
Method 2: Add Custom YouTube Filters
If some ads still appear, add these custom filters:
- Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon
- Go to "My filters" tab
- Add these lines:
youtube.com##+js(set, yt.config_.EXPERIMENT_FLAGS.ad_pod_disable_advancement, true) youtube.com##+js(set, yt.config_.EXPERIMENT_FLAGS.enable_ad_pod_advancement, false) - Click "Apply changes"
Whitelisting Trusted Sites
Want to support your favorite websites by allowing their ads? Here's how to whitelist sites:
Temporarily Disable (One Click)
- Visit the site you want to whitelist
- Click the uBlock Origin icon
- Click the big power button to disable for this site
- Refresh the page
Permanently Whitelist
- Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon
- Go to "Whitelist" tab
- Add the domain (e.g.,
example.com) - Click "Apply changes"