Browser extensions for blocking gambling sites
Introduction
Browser extensions are an easy way to automatically block access to online casinos and betting sites. They work at the level of HTTP (S) requests and allow you to:
Below is a step-by-step guide to selecting, installing and configuring.
1. Extension selection
1. uBlock Origin (free, Chrome/Firefox/Edge)
• Light, while the resource is economical.
• Supports third-party filtering lists (EasyList, GamblingList).
2. AdBlock Plus (free, Chrome/Firefox)
• Intuitive interface
• Has a built-in AntiBlock filter (AdBlock Plus - Announcements).
3. BetBlocker (free, Chrome/Firefox)
• Specialized for gambling operators.
• Connects a common domain base worldwide.
4. Block Site (free/Pro, Chrome/Firefox)
• Convenient list editor.
• Supports scheduling and password protection.
2. Installation and basic configuration
1. Installation
Go to your browser's Extension Store.
Search by name (for example, "uBlock Origin") and click Install.
2. Permissions
Confirm access to view site addresses - this is necessary to filter requests.
3. Opening the control panel
Click on the extension icon to the right of the address bar.
Go to Settings or Dashboard.
3. Connection of specialized filters
1. EasyList и EasyPrivacy
Standard lists of ad filtering and trackers.
Usually enabled by default.
2. GamblingList (AdGuard/GF)
Contains the domains of all major casinos and betting sites.
In uBlock Origin: Dashboard → Filter lists → Custom →, paste the list URL:
In the Lists section, activate the BetBlocker List.
The update occurs automatically every time the browser is launched.
4. Create custom domain lists
1. Domain collection
Write down all casinos/bookmakers you want to block (e.g. 'bet365. com`, `sportsbet. com. au`, `crownmelbourne. com. au`).
2. Adding to Custom Rules
In uBlock Origin: Dashboard → My filters → add lines like:
Save your changes and try to open a locked site - the lock screen should appear.
5. Schedule and password
Block Site Pro
1. In the → Schedule settings, set the hours (for example, all days from 00:00 to 23:59).
2. Enable Password protection so that you cannot disable the extension without a password.
uBlock Origin / AdBlock Plus
To protect the removal of the extension, use the built-in browser tools (for example, blocking settings in Chrome through group policies).
6. Tips for effective use
1. Combine multiple extensions.
- uBlock Origin + BetBlocker = universal ad and domain coverage.
2. Update lists regularly.
- Manually check and update custom filters once a week.
3. Check rounds.
- Try to log in via VPN and in private mode - the lock must be in effect.
4. Protect from removal.
- Set a password for the browser settings or invite the "responsible person" to store access.
Conclusion
Browser extensions are an affordable and flexible tool for restricting access to gambling sites. Their strength is in customizable filter lists, schedules and a password that will prevent impulsive lock cancellations. The correct combination of uBlock Origin, BetBlocker and custom rules ensures that your online space is reliably protected from gambling triggers.
Browser extensions are an easy way to automatically block access to online casinos and betting sites. They work at the level of HTTP (S) requests and allow you to:
- Weed out ads and widgets of gambling operators.
- Prohibit navigation to pages based on predefined domain lists.
- Set up a schedule and apply exceptions.
Below is a step-by-step guide to selecting, installing and configuring.
1. Extension selection
1. uBlock Origin (free, Chrome/Firefox/Edge)
• Light, while the resource is economical.
• Supports third-party filtering lists (EasyList, GamblingList).
2. AdBlock Plus (free, Chrome/Firefox)
• Intuitive interface
• Has a built-in AntiBlock filter (AdBlock Plus - Announcements).
3. BetBlocker (free, Chrome/Firefox)
• Specialized for gambling operators.
• Connects a common domain base worldwide.
4. Block Site (free/Pro, Chrome/Firefox)
• Convenient list editor.
• Supports scheduling and password protection.
2. Installation and basic configuration
1. Installation
Go to your browser's Extension Store.
Search by name (for example, "uBlock Origin") and click Install.
2. Permissions
Confirm access to view site addresses - this is necessary to filter requests.
3. Opening the control panel
Click on the extension icon to the right of the address bar.
Go to Settings or Dashboard.
3. Connection of specialized filters
1. EasyList и EasyPrivacy
Standard lists of ad filtering and trackers.
Usually enabled by default.
2. GamblingList (AdGuard/GF)
Contains the domains of all major casinos and betting sites.
In uBlock Origin: Dashboard → Filter lists → Custom →, paste the list URL:
- `https: //filters. adtidy. org/extension/chromium/filters/11. txt`
- 3. BetBlocker
In the Lists section, activate the BetBlocker List.
The update occurs automatically every time the browser is launched.
4. Create custom domain lists
1. Domain collection
Write down all casinos/bookmakers you want to block (e.g. 'bet365. com`, `sportsbet. com. au`, `crownmelbourne. com. au`).
2. Adding to Custom Rules
In uBlock Origin: Dashboard → My filters → add lines like:
- ```
| bet365. com^ | |
|---|---|
| sportsbet. com. au^ | |
| ``` | |
| AdBlock Plus: Options → Custom filters → similar entries. | |
| 3. Application and verification |
Save your changes and try to open a locked site - the lock screen should appear.
5. Schedule and password
Block Site Pro
1. In the → Schedule settings, set the hours (for example, all days from 00:00 to 23:59).
2. Enable Password protection so that you cannot disable the extension without a password.
uBlock Origin / AdBlock Plus
To protect the removal of the extension, use the built-in browser tools (for example, blocking settings in Chrome through group policies).
6. Tips for effective use
1. Combine multiple extensions.
- uBlock Origin + BetBlocker = universal ad and domain coverage.
2. Update lists regularly.
- Manually check and update custom filters once a week.
3. Check rounds.
- Try to log in via VPN and in private mode - the lock must be in effect.
4. Protect from removal.
- Set a password for the browser settings or invite the "responsible person" to store access.
Conclusion
Browser extensions are an affordable and flexible tool for restricting access to gambling sites. Their strength is in customizable filter lists, schedules and a password that will prevent impulsive lock cancellations. The correct combination of uBlock Origin, BetBlocker and custom rules ensures that your online space is reliably protected from gambling triggers.
