Privacy Badger
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Privacy Badger is a browser extension that automatically learns to block hidden trackers. Privacy Badger is made by the leading digital rights nonprofit @eff.org to stop companies from spying on you.
https://privacybadger.org/
https://privacybadger.org/
Worried about OpenAI following you around the web? Privacy Badger blocks OpenAI trackers on websites you visit.
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ChatGPT now knows what you do on other websites via ad collector
OpenAI's ad collector at bzr.openai.com sets a cookie called __obi, scoped to .openai.com. The value is while you are on ChatGPT and tied to your ChatGPT account. __obi is then sent to OpenAI from ord...
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September 21, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Worried about OpenAI following you around the web? Privacy Badger blocks OpenAI trackers on websites you visit.
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Privacy Badger 2026.9.15 is live in all supported browsers.
This is a bug fix update that finally resolves annoying console errors in Firefox, as well as fixes some over-blocking in Chrome and other non-Firefox browsers.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
This is a bug fix update that finally resolves annoying console errors in Firefox, as well as fixes some over-blocking in Chrome and other non-Firefox browsers.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
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September 16, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Privacy Badger 2026.9.15 is live in all supported browsers.
This is a bug fix update that finally resolves annoying console errors in Firefox, as well as fixes some over-blocking in Chrome and other non-Firefox browsers.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
This is a bug fix update that finally resolves annoying console errors in Firefox, as well as fixes some over-blocking in Chrome and other non-Firefox browsers.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
The latest Privacy Badger (version 2026.8.7) features fixes for replacing embedded tweets and YouTube videos with privacy-preserving click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about tweet replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Learn more about tweet replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger Puts You in Control of Widgets
The latest version of Privacy Badger replaces embedded tweets with click-to-activate placeholders. This is part of Privacy Badger's widget replacement feature, where certain potentially useful widgets...
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August 12, 2026 at 5:08 PM
The latest Privacy Badger (version 2026.8.7) features fixes for replacing embedded tweets and YouTube videos with privacy-preserving click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about tweet replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Learn more about tweet replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
The latest Privacy Badger update (2026.6.16) comes with a redesigned welcome page, new ways to support Privacy Badger in the popup, and an options page that no longer hangs on the Tracking Domains tab for screen reader users.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
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June 22, 2026 at 4:35 PM
The latest Privacy Badger update (2026.6.16) comes with a redesigned welcome page, new ways to support Privacy Badger in the popup, and an options page that no longer hangs on the Tracking Domains tab for screen reader users.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
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Love Privacy Badger? Well there's a new way to show your support! Donate today and you can choose our limited Privacy Badger Crewneck: eff.org/spring
May 5, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Love Privacy Badger? Well there's a new way to show your support! Donate today and you can choose our limited Privacy Badger Crewneck: eff.org/spring
You can now join our Privacy Badger for macOS TestFlight using the following public link:
testflight.apple.com/join/M12n4GyM
Any data collected by EFF as part of this project is covered by EFF’s privacy policy: www.eff.org/policy. Data collected by Apple is covered by its privacy policies.
testflight.apple.com/join/M12n4GyM
Any data collected by EFF as part of this project is covered by EFF’s privacy policy: www.eff.org/policy. Data collected by Apple is covered by its privacy policies.
Join the Privacy Badger beta
Using TestFlight is a great way to help developers test beta versions of their apps.
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April 16, 2026 at 6:44 PM
You can now join our Privacy Badger for macOS TestFlight using the following public link:
testflight.apple.com/join/M12n4GyM
Any data collected by EFF as part of this project is covered by EFF’s privacy policy: www.eff.org/policy. Data collected by Apple is covered by its privacy policies.
testflight.apple.com/join/M12n4GyM
Any data collected by EFF as part of this project is covered by EFF’s privacy policy: www.eff.org/policy. Data collected by Apple is covered by its privacy policies.
Would you like to help us test Privacy Badger for Safari on macOS? You'll need Safari 26 and Apple's TestFlight app.
If this sounds good, please send an email to extension-devs at eff.org and we'll send you an invite when the build is ready.
If this sounds good, please send an email to extension-devs at eff.org and we'll send you an invite when the build is ready.
April 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Would you like to help us test Privacy Badger for Safari on macOS? You'll need Safari 26 and Apple's TestFlight app.
If this sounds good, please send an email to extension-devs at eff.org and we'll send you an invite when the build is ready.
If this sounds good, please send an email to extension-devs at eff.org and we'll send you an invite when the build is ready.
Privacy Badger 2026.2.20 improves tracker blocking in Chrome.
Before, PB sometimes failed to block what should've been blocked, and blocked what should've been ignored, thanks to a long-known Google's Manifest V3 limitation.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Before, PB sometimes failed to block what should've been blocked, and blocked what should've been ignored, thanks to a long-known Google's Manifest V3 limitation.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
March 2, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Privacy Badger 2026.2.20 improves tracker blocking in Chrome.
Before, PB sometimes failed to block what should've been blocked, and blocked what should've been ignored, thanks to a long-known Google's Manifest V3 limitation.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Before, PB sometimes failed to block what should've been blocked, and blocked what should've been ignored, thanks to a long-known Google's Manifest V3 limitation.
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger 2025.12.9 is live in all supported browsers.
Notably, we fixed various screen reader and keyboard navigation bugs. If you have feedback on how to make Privacy Badger more accessible, please let us know!
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Notably, we fixed various screen reader and keyboard navigation bugs. If you have feedback on how to make Privacy Badger more accessible, please let us know!
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
December 16, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Privacy Badger 2025.12.9 is live in all supported browsers.
Notably, we fixed various screen reader and keyboard navigation bugs. If you have feedback on how to make Privacy Badger more accessible, please let us know!
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Notably, we fixed various screen reader and keyboard navigation bugs. If you have feedback on how to make Privacy Badger more accessible, please let us know!
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
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Millions browse the web on school, library, and workplace computers that leave them exposed to hidden trackers. Privacy Badger can be installed organization-wide to enhance privacy and security on these devices. www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
From Libraries to Schools: Why Organizations Should Install Privacy
In an era of pervasive online surveillance, organizations have an important role to play in protecting their communities’ privacy. Schools, libraries, and other organizations can make private
www.eff.org
September 4, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Millions browse the web on school, library, and workplace computers that leave them exposed to hidden trackers. Privacy Badger can be installed organization-wide to enhance privacy and security on these devices. www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
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Privacy Badger is now available on another mobile browser—Microsoft Edge for Android! Stop companies from spying on you while you browse the web on your phone. privacybadger.org/
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September 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Privacy Badger is now available on another mobile browser—Microsoft Edge for Android! Stop companies from spying on you while you browse the web on your phone. privacybadger.org/
Have you deployed Privacy Badger on your organization's managed devices? We'd love to hear your feedback. DM us or email [email protected].
August 28, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Have you deployed Privacy Badger on your organization's managed devices? We'd love to hear your feedback. DM us or email [email protected].
Privacy Badger 2025.5.14 is live in all supported browsers.
Among other things, we fixed display bugs on Android. PB is already available in Firefox for Android, and we hope to become available in Edge for Android soon. For more, see github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
Among other things, we fixed display bugs on Android. PB is already available in Firefox for Android, and we hope to become available in Edge for Android soon. For more, see github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
May 27, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Privacy Badger 2025.5.14 is live in all supported browsers.
Among other things, we fixed display bugs on Android. PB is already available in Firefox for Android, and we hope to become available in Edge for Android soon. For more, see github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
Among other things, we fixed display bugs on Android. PB is already available in Firefox for Android, and we hope to become available in Edge for Android soon. For more, see github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger 2025.3.27 is live everywhere.
When you open PB's popup, you may notice we now sometimes ask for a review, instead of a donation. We also improved the "pin to toolbar" dialog we show to new Chrome users. For more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
When you open PB's popup, you may notice we now sometimes ask for a review, instead of a donation. We also improved the "pin to toolbar" dialog we show to new Chrome users. For more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
April 4, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Privacy Badger 2025.3.27 is live everywhere.
When you open PB's popup, you may notice we now sometimes ask for a review, instead of a donation. We also improved the "pin to toolbar" dialog we show to new Chrome users. For more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
When you open PB's popup, you may notice we now sometimes ask for a review, instead of a donation. We also improved the "pin to toolbar" dialog we show to new Chrome users. For more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install, visit privacybadger.org
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Looking to protect your sensitive information from data brokers? Don’t want Big Tech monetizing your personal data? Privacy Badger is here to help!
Online Tracking is Out of Control—Privacy Badger Can Help You Fight Back
Every time you browse the web, you're being tracked. That’s why EFF created Privacy Badger, a free, open source browser extension used by millions to fight corporate surveillance and take back control...
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March 27, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Looking to protect your sensitive information from data brokers? Don’t want Big Tech monetizing your personal data? Privacy Badger is here to help!
Privacy Badger version 2025.3.3 is live in all supported browsers.
Besides a bunch of bug fixes, the new version adds support for overriding tracker settings via enterprise policies. To learn more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Besides a bunch of bug fixes, the new version adds support for overriding tracker settings via enterprise policies. To learn more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
March 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Privacy Badger version 2025.3.3 is live in all supported browsers.
Besides a bunch of bug fixes, the new version adds support for overriding tracker settings via enterprise policies. To learn more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Besides a bunch of bug fixes, the new version adds support for overriding tracker settings via enterprise policies. To learn more, visit github.com/EFForg/priva...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
Using an older version of Firefox?
ALL add-ons will stop working on Firefox versions older than 128 (or older than ESR 115.13+) on March 14, in just a few days from now.
To keep using your add-ons including Privacy Badger, you will need to update Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/roo...
ALL add-ons will stop working on Firefox versions older than 128 (or older than ESR 115.13+) on March 14, in just a few days from now.
To keep using your add-ons including Privacy Badger, you will need to update Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/roo...
Update Firefox to prevent add-ons issues from root certificate expiration | Mozilla Support
Update to Firefox 128+ by March 14, 2025, to avoid issues with add-ons, DRM media and essential features due to an expiring root certificate.
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March 11, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Using an older version of Firefox?
ALL add-ons will stop working on Firefox versions older than 128 (or older than ESR 115.13+) on March 14, in just a few days from now.
To keep using your add-ons including Privacy Badger, you will need to update Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/roo...
ALL add-ons will stop working on Firefox versions older than 128 (or older than ESR 115.13+) on March 14, in just a few days from now.
To keep using your add-ons including Privacy Badger, you will need to update Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/roo...
Privacy Badger 2025.1.29 is live.
The latest update blocks embedded Bluesky, Instagram and Threads widgets by default, replacing them with click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about widget replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
The latest update blocks embedded Bluesky, Instagram and Threads widgets by default, replacing them with click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about widget replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
February 3, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Privacy Badger 2025.1.29 is live.
The latest update blocks embedded Bluesky, Instagram and Threads widgets by default, replacing them with click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about widget replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
The latest update blocks embedded Bluesky, Instagram and Threads widgets by default, replacing them with click-to-activate placeholders.
Learn more about widget replacement at www.eff.org/deeplinks/20...
To install Privacy Badger, visit privacybadger.org
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Seeing an online ad shouldn’t mean surrendering your data to thousands of companies you’ve never heard of. It’s time to end online behavioral advertising and the mass surveillance it enables.
Online Behavioral Ads Fuel the Surveillance Industry—Here’s How
Each time you see a targeted ad, your personal information is exposed to thousands of advertisers and data brokers through a process called “real-time bidding” (RTB). This process does more than deliv...
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January 6, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Seeing an online ad shouldn’t mean surrendering your data to thousands of companies you’ve never heard of. It’s time to end online behavioral advertising and the mass surveillance it enables.
Hello Bluesky!
Privacy Badger is a browser extension that automatically learns to block invisible trackers. To install or to learn more, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger is a browser extension that automatically learns to block invisible trackers. To install or to learn more, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger
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December 2, 2024 at 5:24 PM
Hello Bluesky!
Privacy Badger is a browser extension that automatically learns to block invisible trackers. To install or to learn more, visit privacybadger.org
Privacy Badger is a browser extension that automatically learns to block invisible trackers. To install or to learn more, visit privacybadger.org