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uBlock Origin stops chasing Facebook’s ever-changing ad-blocking tricks (sh.itjust.works)

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uBlock Origin maintainers have decided to stop continuously updating filters specifically to keep up with Facebook’s latest ad-blocking countermeasures.

Existing filters will remain, but new Facebook techniques may eventually bypass them. The decision highlights the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between ad blockers and advertising platforms.

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[–] TIEPilot@lemmy.world 2 points 4 days ago (1 children)

They must be taking their cues from reddit. At least you weren't using it so no loss.

[–] Dojan@pawb.social 6 points 4 days ago

Only reason I still have a Facebook account is because the rescue my dog came from has a group there. I check in a couple of times per year. There’s nothing else of value on that platform for me.