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> It's just that uBlock Origin is so important and trusted that it should be an exception.

And what about new extensions that are not yet as popular but could reach the same level of importance and trust if it wasn't for restrictions like these making them impossible in the first place.

What about extensions that serve a niche but are nevertheless trusted and important within that niche.

I don't want my browser to dictate what extensions I choose to install can do anymore than I want my OS to dictate what programs I can install.

I'm not even opposed to making a curated experience the default but there MUST be a way to opt out so that technically inclined people can retain their computing freedom.



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