Kill The Referrer

Removes HTTP referrer information and cleans tracking parameters from URLs.

As of June 2026, Kill The Referrer has 904 users and a 4.98/5 rating from 862 reviews in the Privacy & Security category.

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862 reviews
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Version
1.03
Manifest V3
90-day change · In the last 90 days this extension lost 2.1K users, 1 version update, changed permissions.

History

5 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 1, 2026.

3.2K1.9K687.7199999999998Apr 1, 2026Jun 10, 2026
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Changelog

  • Jun 4, 2026
    description
    (empty)
    Kill The Referrer - Complete Privacy Protection
    
      Stop websites from tracking your every move. Block HTTP referrers and remove tracking parameters automatically.
    
      🛡️ Your Privacy is Sacred
    
      Every time you click a link, your browser reveals exactly where you came from. Kill The Referrer stops this invasion of privacy by automatically blocking HTTP referrer information and
      cleaning tracking parameters from URLs.
    
      ✨ Key Features:
    
      🔒 Intelligent Referrer Blocking
      - Automatically blocks HTTP referrer information when clicking links
      - Prevents websites from seeing your browsing history
      - Works silently in the background without affecting functionality
    
      🧹 Advanced URL Cleaning
      - Removes 100+ tracking parameters (utm_*, fbclid, gclid, msclkid, etc.)
      - Cleans URLs automatically before you visit websites
      - Stops cross-site tracking and data collection
    
      ⚙️ Smart Whitelist Management
      - Create exceptions for trusted websites that need referrers
      - Flexible configuration for internal vs external links
      - Complete control over your privacy settings
    
      📊 Real-time Statistics
      - See exactly how many referrers and tracking parameters were blocked
      - Track your protection in real-time
      - Monitor your privacy improvements
    
      🚀 Zero Performance Impact
      - Optimized algorithms ensure no browser slowdown
      - Lightweight and efficient
      - Works instantly after installation
    
      🌍 Why Choose Kill The Referrer?
    
      ✅ 100% Free Forever - No premium versions, no hidden costs
      ✅ Open Source - Transparent code you can trust
      ✅ 24 Languages Supported - Global privacy protection
      ✅ No Data Collection - Your privacy is our priority
      ✅ 5-Star Rated - Trusted by thousands of users worldwide
      ✅ Easy Setup - Works immediately after installation
    
      🎯 Perfect For:
    
      - Privacy-conscious users who want to browse anonymously
      - Professionals protecting sensitive research and work
      - Anyone tired of invasive tracking and targeted ads
      - Users who want to control their digital footprint
    
      ⚡ How It Works:
    
      1. Detection - Automatically identifies tracking elements
      2. Cleaning - Removes referrers and tracking parameters
      3. Protection - You browse completely anonymously
    
      🔐 Privacy First Design:
    
      - No personal data collected or stored
      - All processing happens locally on your device
      - Statistics stored only in your browser
      - Complete transparency - see exactly what's blocked
    
      Install Kill The Referrer today and take back control of your online privacy. Browse the web without being tracked, profiled, or monitored.
    
      
    
      ---
      Note: This extension helps protect your privacy but should be used as part of a comprehensive privacy strategy. Always review website privacy policies and use additional security 
      measures as needed.
    
    100% private and secure, all data is stored on your device
  • Jun 4, 2026
    short_description
    (empty)
    Removes HTTP referrer information and cleans tracking parameters from URLs.
  • Jun 4, 2026
    name
    Unknown
    Kill The Referrer
  • Jun 4, 2026
    category
    (empty)
    make_chrome_yours/privacy
  • Jun 4, 2026
    host_permissions
    (empty)
    <all_urls>
  • Jun 4, 2026
    permissions
    (empty)
    declarativeNetRequest, declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess, tabs, storage, webNavigation
  • May 6, 2026
    description
    Kill The Referrer - Complete Privacy Protection
    
      Stop websites from tracking your every move. Block HTTP referrers and remove tracking parameters automatically.
    
      🛡️ Your Privacy is Sacred
    
      Every time you click a link, your browser reveals exactly where you came from. Kill The Referrer stops this invasion of privacy by automatically blocking HTTP referrer information and
      cleaning tracking parameters from URLs.
    
      ✨ Key Features:
    
      🔒 Intelligent Referrer Blocking
      - Automatically blocks HTTP referrer information when clicking links
      - Prevents websites from seeing your browsing history
      - Works silently in the background without affecting functionality
    
      🧹 Advanced URL Cleaning
      - Removes 100+ tracking parameters (utm_*, fbclid, gclid, msclkid, etc.)
      - Cleans URLs automatically before you visit websites
      - Stops cross-site tracking and data collection
    
      ⚙️ Smart Whitelist Management
      - Create exceptions for trusted websites that need referrers
      - Flexible configuration for internal vs external links
      - Complete control over your privacy settings
    
      📊 Real-time Statistics
      - See exactly how many referrers and tracking parameters were blocked
      - Track your protection in real-time
      - Monitor your privacy improvements
    
      🚀 Zero Performance Impact
      - Optimized algorithms ensure no browser slowdown
      - Lightweight and efficient
      - Works instantly after installation
    
      🌍 Why Choose Kill The Referrer?
    
      ✅ 100% Free Forever - No premium versions, no hidden costs
      ✅ Open Source - Transparent code you can trust
      ✅ 24 Languages Supported - Global privacy protection
      ✅ No Data Collection - Your privacy is our priority
      ✅ 5-Star Rated - Trusted by thousands of users worldwide
      ✅ Easy Setup - Works immediately after installation
    
      🎯 Perfect For:
    
      - Privacy-conscious users who want to browse anonymously
      - Professionals protecting sensitive research and work
      - Anyone tired of invasive tracking and targeted ads
      - Users who want to control their digital footprint
    
      ⚡ How It Works:
    
      1. Detection - Automatically identifies tracking elements
      2. Cleaning - Removes referrers and tracking parameters
      3. Protection - You browse completely anonymously
    
      🔐 Privacy First Design:
    
      - No personal data collected or stored
      - All processing happens locally on your device
      - Statistics stored only in your browser
      - Complete transparency - see exactly what's blocked
    
      Install Kill The Referrer today and take back control of your online privacy. Browse the web without being tracked, profiled, or monitored.
    
      ---
      Keywords: Privacy, HTTP Referrer, URL Cleaning, Tracking Protection, Anonymous Browsing, Ad Blocking, Privacy Extension, Security, Online Privacy, Browser Privacy
    
      ---
      Note: This extension helps protect your privacy but should be used as part of a comprehensive privacy strategy. Always review website privacy policies and use additional security 
      measures as needed.
    (empty)
  • May 6, 2026
    short_description
    Removes HTTP referrer information when clicking on links and cleans tracking parameters from URLs
    (empty)
  • May 6, 2026
    name
    Kill The Referrer
    Unknown
  • May 6, 2026
    category
    make_chrome_yours/privacy
    (empty)
  • May 6, 2026
    host_permissions
    <all_urls>
    (empty)
  • May 6, 2026
    permissions
    declarativeNetRequest, declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess, tabs, storage, webNavigation
    (empty)

Permissions & access

Permissions
declarativeNetRequestdeclarativeNetRequestWithHostAccesstabsstoragewebNavigation
Host access
<all_urls>

Screenshots

Kill The Referrer screenshot 1Kill The Referrer screenshot 2Kill The Referrer screenshot 3Kill The Referrer screenshot 4

About

Kill The Referrer - Complete Privacy Protection

  Stop websites from tracking your every move. Block HTTP referrers and remove tracking parameters automatically.

  🛡️ Your Privacy is Sacred

  Every time you click a link, your browser reveals exactly where you came from. Kill The Referrer stops this invasion of privacy by automatically blocking HTTP referrer information and
  cleaning tracking parameters from URLs.

  ✨ Key Features:

  🔒 Intelligent Referrer Blocking
  - Automatically blocks HTTP referrer information when clicking links
  - Prevents websites from seeing your browsing history
  - Works silently in the background without affecting functionality

  🧹 Advanced URL Cleaning
  - Removes 100+ tracking parameters (utm_*, fbclid, gclid, msclkid, etc.)
  - Cleans URLs automatically before you visit websites
  - Stops cross-site tracking and data collection

  ⚙️ Smart Whitelist Management
  - Create exceptions for trusted websites that need referrers
  - Flexible configuration for internal vs external links
  - Complete control over your privacy settings

  📊 Real-time Statistics
  - See exactly how many referrers and tracking parameters were blocked
  - Track your protection in real-time
  - Monitor your privacy improvements

  🚀 Zero Performance Impact
  - Optimized algorithms ensure no browser slowdown
  - Lightweight and efficient
  - Works instantly after installation

  🌍 Why Choose Kill The Referrer?

  ✅ 100% Free Forever - No premium versions, no hidden costs
  ✅ Open Source - Transparent code you can trust
  ✅ 24 Languages Supported - Global privacy protection
  ✅ No Data Collection - Your privacy is our priority
  ✅ 5-Star Rated - Trusted by thousands of users worldwide
  ✅ Easy Setup - Works immediately after installation

  🎯 Perfect For:

  - Privacy-conscious users who want to browse anonymously
  - Professionals protecting sensitive research and work
  - Anyone tired of invasive tracking and targeted ads
  - Users who want to control their digital footprint

  ⚡ How It Works:

  1. Detection - Automatically identifies tracking elements
  2. Cleaning - Removes referrers and tracking parameters
  3. Protection - You browse completely anonymously

  🔐 Privacy First Design:

  - No personal data collected or stored
  - All processing happens locally on your device
  - Statistics stored only in your browser
  - Complete transparency - see exactly what's blocked

  Install Kill The Referrer today and take back control of your online privacy. Browse the web without being tracked, profiled, or monitored.

  

  ---
  Note: This extension helps protect your privacy but should be used as part of a comprehensive privacy strategy. Always review website privacy policies and use additional security 
  measures as needed.

100% private and secure, all data is stored on your device

Technical

Version
1.03
Manifest
V3
Size
500KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
55
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
u1a5699b218548152058c10322d055239
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Aug 17, 2025
Last Updated (Store)
May 27, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 10, 2026
Website
killreferrer.com

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