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36NOTE (Oct 1, 2024) uBlock Origin Lite for Firefox No Longer Available in Add-ons Store. Users who want uBlock Origin Lite for Firefox need to download it directly from GitHub. Mozilla admitted its mistake with the review, but the extension remains delisted. uBlock Origin (original) continues working for Firefox with its current Manifest V2 support.
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Source: https://www.neowin.net/news/ublock-origin-lite-maker-ends-firefox-store-support-slams-mozilla-for-hostile-reviews/
uBlock Origin Lite for Firefox No Longer Available in Add-ons Store
Here's a breakdown of the situation:
uBlock Origin Lite Removed: The developer, Raymond Hill, pulled uBlock Origin Lite from the Firefox Add-ons Store due to disagreements with Mozilla.
Disagreements: Mozilla flagged the extension as violating policies, claiming it collected user data and used unusual code.
Developer Disputes: Hill refuted these claims, calling the review process "nonsensical and hostile."
Self-Hosted Version: Hill decided to move the extension to self-hosting, requiring users to download it from GitHub.
Original uBlock Origin Remains: The original uBlock Origin extension, not the Lite version, is still available and supported on Firefox.
Important Points:
Users who want uBlock Origin Lite for Firefox need to download it directly from GitHub.
Mozilla admitted its mistake with the review, but the extension remains delisted.
uBlock Origin (original) continues working for Firefox with its current Manifest V2 support.
What can you do?
If you were using uBlock Origin Lite, decide whether to switch to the original uBlock Origin, download the Lite version from GitHub, or find an alternative extension.
Consider these factors when making your decision: resource usage (Lite is lighter), features (may differ), and your trust in the self-hosted Lite version.