Manifest V3, Chrome’s new platform for extensions is finally going into effect. After being announced back in 2019 and facing delays, heavy controversy and pushback, 5 years later users are now beginning to see evidence of the forthcoming API change which will dramatically impact how browser extensions can operate on Google Chrome.
For one, uBlock Origin users on Chrome began receiving a notice last month, warning that the extension would soon no longer be supported on the platform, but they won’t be the only ones impacted. So, what does Manifest V3 mean for Chrome users, especially those with an eye for privacy?
