--- language: "en" --- # How can we help? ## Browse by Topic * ### [uBlock Basics](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/ublock-basics.md) * [How to download and install uBlock](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/how-to-download-and-install-ublock.md) * [How to hide/show the uBlock icon](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/how-to-hide-show-the-ublock-icon.md) * [Pause and unpause uBlock](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/pause-and-unpause-ublock.md) * [How to uninstall uBlock](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/how-to-uninstall-ublock.md) * ### [About uBlock](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/about-ublock.md) * [What is uBlock?](https://support.ublock.org/ublock-help-center/what-is-ublock.md) --- language: "en" --- # About uBlock Learn more about uBlock, our goals, company and more. --- language: "en" --- # How to download and install uBlock Use the steps below to install uBlock in your preferred browser. ## Chrome 1. Open Chrome and go to [ublock.org](https://ublock.org/). 2. Click **Install**. 3. Click **Add Extension**. 4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation. ## Edge 1. Open Edge and go to [ublock.org](https://ublock.org/). 2. Click **Install**. 3. Click **Add Extension**. 4. Follow prompts to complete the installation. Once installed, uBlock immediately blocks ads on websites; no additional settings are required. --- language: "en" --- # How to hide/show the uBlock icon You can hide or show the uBlock icon on your toolbar: ![Screenshot 2024-11-22 at 11.28.20.png](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_f103ea1980b55bcaa399548f12e8a78580b2389a91372e897cb56a2523f45c36/35676122006163?cb=89cbd5590571aab38d0729f9b73c300a) Chrome ## Chrome ### How to show the icon 1. Click the **puzzle piece** icon. 2. Click the **pin icon** next to uBlock. The icon now appears on the toolbar. ![Pin Chrome.gif](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_e3c126b1ae443caad64fb24463aec4913e1e97d2a1f432a76469e446f28b7980/36474721348115?cb=01f71e1e0f7380b0d06422b4e10781ff) ### How to hide the icon 1. From the Chrome toolbar, right-click the **uBlock** icon and select **Unpin** . The icon is removed from the toolbar. ![Unpin Chrome.gif](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_d5686053500e9202eb12784074f8bbdc117374880bf190b24cf1cdf8b87e151d/36474712158995?cb=f5e317df3d76bf729918b6d64461a981) Edge ## Edge ### How to show the icon 1. Click the **puzzle piece** icon. 2. Click the **pin icon** next to uBlock. The icon now appears on the toolbar. ![Pin Chrome.gif](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_e3c126b1ae443caad64fb24463aec4913e1e97d2a1f432a76469e446f28b7980/36474721348115?cb=01f71e1e0f7380b0d06422b4e10781ff) ### How to hide the icon 1. From the Chrome toolbar, right-click the **uBlock** icon and select **Unpin** . The icon is removed from the toolbar. ![Unpin Chrome.gif](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_d5686053500e9202eb12784074f8bbdc117374880bf190b24cf1cdf8b87e151d/36474712158995?cb=f5e317df3d76bf729918b6d64461a981) --- language: "en" --- # How to uninstall uBlock Chrome Open Chrome. Go to `chrome://extensions`. Locate uBlock in the list and click Remove. When prompted to confirm, click Remove. Close the extensions tab. Edge Open Edge. Go to `edge://extensions`. Locate uBlock in the list and click Remove. When prompted to confirm, click Remove. Close the extensions tab. --- language: "en" --- # Pause and unpause uBlock To pause uBlock for a site that blocks ad blockers or to support a content creator by allowing ads, follow these steps: 1. Click the **uBlock icon** on the the browser toolbar. [What if I don't see the uBlock icon?](https://support.ublock.org/hc/en-us/articles/35676119563667-How-to-hide-show-the-uBlock-icon) 2. Click **Pause uBlock** to disable uBlock for the current page *or* click **Allow ads on this site** to disable uBlock for the entire website. uBlock will remember your selection and remain disabled on all future visits. uBlock refreshes the page automatically. Ensure no information will be lost before allowing ads. To start blocking ads again, simply click **Stop allowing ads** on the menu: ![Screenshot 2026-02-04 at 5.03.52 PM.png](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_ef75c47b011d19591ae4d05a33ff7fd3893c35cee970198c1694463dd2958817/Screenshot%202026-02-04%20at%205.03.52%E2%80%AFPM.png?cb=77e7a80f1a5cb001a401e68d9167cf3e) --- language: "en" --- # uBlock Basics Whether you're looking to clean up your browsing experience or bolster your online privacy, these "uBlock Basics" have you covered. --- language: "en" --- # What is uBlock? ![Screenshot 2026-02-04 at 2.39.30 PM.png](https://support.ublock.org/__attachments/a_805a4fa5fd9da9ac6a861512761ac2e9bc09630624fd4fbccded2b8872b6d391/Screenshot%202026-02-04%20at%202.39.30%E2%80%AFPM.png?cb=33732261b3921adcdf765dca1c0a6122) uBlock is a free, open-source ad blocker that provides a distraction-free internet on Chrome and Edge. uBlock removes intrusive ads, including those in YouTube videos, protects against malware, speeds browsing, and blocks tracking tools. Ideal for non-technical users, uBlock uses a "set and forget" approach. It activates upon installation and requires minimal customization. You can pause uBlock to allow ads temporarily or disable it on specific sites. If you want more options, our sister extensions, [AdBlock](https://getadblock.com/) and [Adblock Plus](https://adblockplus.org/), let you add custom filters, enable Acceptable Ads, disable the software on specific sites, block elements, and more. AdBlock and Adblock Plus are used by over 180 million people and maintained by the same developers as uBlock -- a team committed to making the internet safer and better. uBlock is an independent product and is in no way affiliated with UBlock Origin.