Known ad requests are blocked early
Packaged static rules ask Chrome to block a focused set of known Hotstar advertising endpoints before those requests complete.
Chrome extension · Version 1.1.0Less interruption.
More story.
Blocks a focused list of known advertising requests on hotstar.com, hides sponsored billboard banners, and keeps one clear global switch within reach.
Hotstar onlyNo accountNo analyticsLocal settings
Focused by design
One job.
Handled with restraint.
The extension does not try to become a general purpose blocker. Its permissions and behavior stay focused on hotstar.com.
Sponsored surfaces can be hidden
Hide Ad Spaces removes known sponsored banners and empty ad slots. Turn it off and those surfaces are restored immediately.
One global switch
The labelled switch and power dial control the same setting for every Hotstar tab. There is no per tab pause, shortcut, or hidden second mode.
Local figures that stay honest
Today’s count comes from the page’s own attempts to reach known ad endpoints. Tracking pixels and the ad SDK loader are blocked but never counted as ads.
Current interface
The decision stays simple.
These are the approved current interface renders prepared for Chrome Web Store review. They reflect the shipped control geometry, copy, and states.
Controls that do something
Useful choices.
Nothing ornamental.
- 01Hide Ad SpacesRemoves known empty ad slots and sponsored banners.
- 02Reload Tab After SwitchingReloads the active Hotstar tab after blocking changes so an in flight request cannot slip through.
- 03Show Badge CountPuts today’s locally handled ad count on the toolbar icon.
- 04Reset StatisticsClears the local day and count whenever you choose.
Your viewing stays
on your device.
The active tab URL and limited known Hotstar page markers are processed locally only. They are not retained or transmitted. Preferences and today’s count stay in Chrome local storage.
Straight answers
Before you install.
Does it remove every advertisement?
No. It blocks a focused list of known ad requests and known sponsored surfaces. Hotstar can change its delivery, so results vary over time, by region, and by content.
Does it bypass a Hotstar subscription?
No. It does not unlock content, bypass subscriptions or sign in, or alter digital rights controls.
What information leaves my browser?
None of the extension’s processed website content, active tab URL, preferences, or local activity figures is transmitted to Folner, Hotstar, or another party.
How is time saved calculated?
It is an estimate of thirty seconds for each counted ad request. Tracking pixels and the ad SDK loader are not included in the ad count.
Chrome Web Store release preparation
The listing is being prepared for review. This page intentionally does not link to a generic store search or claim that the extension is already published.