Google has completed its multi-year transition to modern architecture by completely removing all remaining extensions from the old Manifest V2 platform from the Chrome Web Store.
The final stage of catalog cleaning completely blocks the downloading, reinstallation and official updates of outdated add-ons. Experts caution that the transition to Manifest V3 is intended to improve security, optimize system memory and eliminate vulnerabilities by eliminating ongoing background processes that benefit service workers.
Despite the long-standing controversy surrounding the limitations of content filters such as uBlock Origin, browser owners are advised to check installed plug-ins via the services page and update them to the latest versions.