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⚔️ uBlock Origin for Atlas Browser: Complete Setup Guide

Advanced configuration guide • Updated December 2025 • 8 min read

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uBlock Origin is the most powerful ad blocker available for Atlas Browser. This guide covers everything from basic installation to advanced configuration, including custom filter rules, element blocking, and optimal settings for maximum protection.

Step 1: Install uBlock Origin on Atlas Browser

1 Open Chrome Web Store

In Atlas Browser, navigate to uBlock Origin on Chrome Web Store

2 Click "Add to Chrome"

Click the blue "Add to Chrome" button. Don't worry—it works perfectly with Atlas Browser.

3 Confirm Installation

Review the permissions and click "Add extension". uBlock Origin needs access to read and modify web pages to block ads.

4 Pin to Toolbar

Click the puzzle piece icon (🧩) → find uBlock Origin → click the pin icon. Now you can see blocked ad counts at a glance.

Step 2: Configure Filter Lists

Filter lists are the heart of uBlock Origin. They contain rules that identify and block ads, trackers, and malware. Here's which lists to enable:

Filter List Category Priority What It Blocks
uBlock filters Ads Essential Core ad blocking rules maintained by uBlock team
EasyList Ads Essential Most comprehensive ad blocking list
EasyPrivacy Privacy Essential Tracking scripts, analytics, beacons
Peter Lowe's List Ads Recommended Ad servers and tracking servers
Malware Domain List Security Recommended Known malware and phishing domains
Fanboy's Annoyance Annoyances Optional Cookie notices, newsletter popups, social widgets
AdGuard Tracking Privacy Optional Additional tracking protection

How to Enable Filter Lists

  1. Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon (⚙️)
  2. Go to "Filter lists" tab
  3. Check the boxes next to the lists you want to enable
  4. Click "Update now" at the top to download latest rules
  5. Click "Apply changes"
💡 Pro Tip: Don't enable too many filter lists—it can slow down your browser. The "Essential" and "Recommended" lists above provide excellent protection without performance impact.

Step 3: Advanced Settings

For power users, uBlock Origin offers advanced settings that provide even more control:

Enable Advanced User Mode

  1. Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon
  2. Go to "Settings" tab
  3. Check "I am an advanced user"
  4. This unlocks dynamic filtering and more options

Recommended Settings

Step 4: Custom Filters

Sometimes you need to block specific elements that aren't covered by filter lists. Here's how to add custom rules:

Adding Custom Filters

  1. Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon
  2. Go to "My filters" tab
  3. Add your custom rules (one per line)
  4. Click "Apply changes"

Useful Custom Filter Examples

! Block YouTube ads (backup rules) youtube.com##+js(set, yt.config_.EXPERIMENT_FLAGS.ad_pod_disable_advancement, true) ! Block cookie consent popups ##.cookie-consent ##.cookie-banner ##[class*="cookie-notice"] ! Block newsletter popups ##.newsletter-popup ##.email-signup-modal ##[class*="subscribe-popup"] ! Block social media widgets ##.social-share-buttons ##.facebook-widget ##.twitter-embed

Using the Element Picker

The element picker lets you visually select and block any element on a page:

  1. Click uBlock Origin icon
  2. Click the eyedropper icon (element picker mode)
  3. Hover over the element you want to block—it will highlight in red
  4. Click to select it
  5. Adjust the filter in the popup if needed
  6. Click "Create" to add the filter
💡 Tip: Use Ctrl+Click to select multiple elements before creating the filter. This is useful for blocking similar elements across a page.

Managing Your Whitelist

Support websites you trust by whitelisting them:

Quick Whitelist (Temporary)

Permanent Whitelist

  1. Click uBlock Origin icon → gear icon
  2. Go to "Whitelist" tab
  3. Add domains you want to whitelist:
    example.com *.example.com wikipedia.org
  4. Click "Apply changes"

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I install uBlock Origin on Atlas Browser?
Go to chrome.google.com/webstore, search for 'uBlock Origin', click 'Add to Chrome', and confirm the installation. Atlas Browser supports all Chrome extensions including uBlock Origin.
What filter lists should I enable in uBlock Origin?
For optimal protection, enable: uBlock filters, EasyList, EasyPrivacy, Peter Lowe's Ad server list, and Malware Domain List. For extra blocking, add Fanboy's Annoyance List to block cookie notices and social widgets.
How do I update uBlock Origin filter lists?
Click the uBlock Origin icon, then the gear icon to open settings. Go to 'Filter lists' tab and click 'Update now' at the top. Filter lists should be updated weekly for best protection.
Why is uBlock Origin better than AdBlock Plus?
uBlock Origin uses less memory (up to 50% less), is completely open-source, doesn't have an 'Acceptable Ads' program that lets some ads through, and offers more advanced filtering options. It's the recommended choice for serious ad blocking.

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