Stands AdBlocker
standsapp.org
What it is
Stands AdBlocker is a free browser extension that blocks ads, pop-ups, and trackers on websites including YouTube and Twitch. It supports major browsers on Windows and macOS, plus an Android browser app that blocks advertising while browsing inside that app. The extension includes an element picker and a Cookie Notice Remover for consent pop-ups. Stands says its Manifest V3 implementation uses Declarative Net Request logic, and that video ads can be skipped or removed before, during, and in live videos without stopping playback. Users can allow ads on selected sites, creators, or channels and adjust ad and pop-up preferences. Some non-intrusive ads may be allowed by default; Acceptable Ads and Search Ads can be disabled. The privacy policy says Stands collects IP and device information at download and browsing information such as visited websites and viewed content for ad blocking. It says analytics data is filtered to remove personal data. The plan costs nothing, with no obligatory payments.
Spec sheet
- What it does
- Stands is a free browser extension that blocks ads, pop-ups, and trackers on websites including YouTube and Twitch.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Free plan
- YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Security
- Stands says it uses generally accepted administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, while noting it cannot guarantee absolute security or confidentiality.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Support
- The company provides a support center, knowledge base, FAQ, and contact email for questions and support.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Headquarters
- Tel Aviv, IsraelRead 28 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Founded
- 2014Read 28 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Company
- Stands Ltd. says it was founded in Israel in 2014 by Roy Rosenfeld.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Android app
- Stands also offers an ad-blocking browser for Android.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Android scope
- The company says its Android product is a browser app, so it blocks ads while browsing inside that app.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Browser support
- The company lists Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Brave, and Vivaldi extensions.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Cookie banners
- The company says its Cookie Notice Remover automatically removes cookie consent pop-ups.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Cookie popup blocking
- YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Device coverage
- desktop-and-mobileRead 21 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Element picker
- YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · standsapp.org
- Manifest V3
- The company says its extension runs natively on Manifest V3 and uses Declarative Net Request logic for ad blocking.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Notable ad-blocking limit
- Stands says some non-intrusive ads may be allowed by default, and users can turn off Acceptable Ads or Search Ads for stricter blocking.Read 8 Oct 2026 · support.standsapp.org
- Privacy data
- Its privacy policy says it collects IP and device information at download and browsing information, including visited websites and viewed content, for ad blocking; it says browsing data shared for analytics is filtered to remove personal data.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Site compatibility
- Stands says it aims to preserve websites’ appearance and functionality while blocking ads.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Streaming
- Stands says it skips and removes ads before, during, and in live videos without stopping playback.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
- Website controls
- Users can allow ads on selected sites, creators, or channels and adjust ad and pop-up preferences.Read 8 Oct 2026 · standsapp.org
Plans and prices
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Free plan with no obligatory payments
- Blocks ads, pop-ups, and trackers
- Element picker and cookie popup removal
- Controls for sites, creators, and channels
- Available on major browsers, Windows, macOS, Android
Limits
- Android blocking works only inside its browser app
- Some non-intrusive ads may remain enabled
- Privacy policy lists collection of browsing information
Who it suits
It suits people wanting browser-based ad, tracker, pop-up, and cookie-banner blocking across desktop browsers. Android users need to browse through Stands’ own browser app.
Verdict
Stands combines broad desktop browser coverage with an Android browser and controls for stricter or selective blocking. Readers should note the Android scope, default acceptable ads, and stated browsing-data collection.
Where Specifiction places it
- Ad blockers#17 of 488.3
- Ad Blocking Software#17 of 298.0