Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector is a strong option, but it is not the right fit for everyone. Below are 10 alternatives compared on rating, install base, pricing and the use case each one actually wins on.
This GPC Chrome Extension enables the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal and evaluates how websites respond to the setting
| Extension | Rating | Users | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector (original) | — | — | Free | This GPC Chrome Extension enables the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal and evaluates how websites respond to the setting |
| AdBlock | 4.5 | 61M+ | Freemium | Beginners who want ad blocking without settings |
| uBlock Origin | 4.7 | 11M+ | Free | Anyone who wants the most efficient, most configurable ad and tracker blocker available. |
| Free VPN for Chrome - VPN Proxy 1clickVPN | 4.6 | 9M+ | Free | Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy |
| Bitwarden | 4.3 | 7M+ | Freemium | Anyone replacing reused passwords with a proper encrypted vault on a small budget. |
| Avast Online Security & Privacy | 4.4 | 5M+ | Free | Avast browser security and web reputation plugin. |
| Ghostery | 4.7 | 2M+ | Freemium | People who want an ad blocker with visible tracker reporting |
| Privacy Badger | 4.5 | 1M+ | Free | Users who want automatic tracker protection alongside their existing ad blocker. |
| Free VPN For Chrome & Ad blocker - Planet VPN | 4.6 | 1M+ | Freemium | Free VPN trusted by 10M+ users. Hide your IP, browse privately, Block Ads & Trackers - Kill Switch, No-logs, Search history clear |
| Free VPN Proxy - VPN for Chrome uVPN | 4.5 | 900K+ | Freemium | Free VPN for Chrome, Hide IP address, Unblock access to websites, Secure Browsing with Unlimited Data and Fast Speeds |
| UltraSurf Security, Privacy & Freedom VPN | — | — | Free | Secure your connection with one click. Encrypt traffic, protect your privacy, and access the open internet on restricted networks. |
One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Efficient, open-source content and ad blocker.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Efficient, open-source content and ad blocker.
Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Free VPN for Chrome, Unlimited Data, Fast Speeds, Secure Encryption, No-Logs Policy. Install 1clickVPN to protect your privacy
Open-source password manager with autofill.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Open-source password manager with autofill.
Avast browser security and web reputation plugin.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Avast browser security and web reputation plugin.
Privacy-first ad blocker that also blocks trackers and cookie pop-ups.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Privacy-first ad blocker that also blocks trackers and cookie pop-ups.
Learns and blocks invisible trackers automatically.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Learns and blocks invisible trackers automatically.
Free VPN trusted by 10M+ users. Hide your IP, browse privately, Block Ads & Trackers - Kill Switch, No-logs, Search history clear
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Free VPN trusted by 10M+ users. Hide your IP, browse privately, Block Ads & Trackers - Kill Switch, No-logs, Search history clear
Free VPN for Chrome, Hide IP address, Unblock access to websites, Secure Browsing with Unlimited Data and Fast Speeds
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Free VPN for Chrome, Hide IP address, Unblock access to websites, Secure Browsing with Unlimited Data and Fast Speeds
Secure your connection with one click. Encrypt traffic, protect your privacy, and access the open internet on restricted networks.
Why it replaces Global Privacy Control (GPC) Inspector: Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: Secure your connection with one click. Encrypt traffic, protect your privacy, and access the open internet on restricted networks.
Direct comparisons with the extensions people weigh against it.
AdBlock is the closest match. Covers similar ground in the Privacy & Security category: One of the most installed ad blockers for Chrome, with simple whitelisting.
Yes — uBlock Origin, Free VPN for Chrome - VPN Proxy 1clickVPN, Avast Online Security & Privacy are free.
