Why can't I download ad block plus. When I try to download it I get the message "The add-on could not be downloaded because of a connection failure". Solution?
I'm trying to download ad block plus from their website and I'm getting the message The add-on could not be downloaded because of a connection failure". I don't get this issue with any other add on
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Are they pointing to the Mozilla Add-ons site, or a different server?
Separate Issue; Your System Details shows;
Extensions
AdBlock for YouTube™ / YouTube™ AdBlocker 1.0 ({709836ab-3cc6-4d0f-87ac-fa1c46f6bdaf})
Adblocker for YouTube™ 1.5.0.30 ({ab2186b0-8c0b-4921-a2d4-95e6e05c0e3c})
AdBlocker for YouTube™ 0.3.2 (jid1-q4sG8pYhq8KGHs@jetpa
Having more than one version of a program may cause issues.
Downloading from their site, you might need to disable Deceptive Content and Dangerous Software Protection in Privacy & Security.
Get the add-on from @jscher2000 recommendation above.
You are aware that Adblock Plus is an "ally of online advertising"?
5 details about AdBlock Plus every browser user should know https://www.cnet.com/news/5-details-about-adblock-plus-every-browser-user-should-know/
The firefox extension for ad plus doesn't work for youtube. It has to be downloaded from their site https://adblockplus.org/ I tried disabling and removing all the other ad blockers and then try download it would same thing. Why is this happening?
I am able to download and install the extension from the link you provided.
Do you have an anti-virus/anti-malware program installed? Try disabling that to see if it helps.
Also, have you tried the steps in Unable to install add-ons (extensions or themes)?
ABP support forum has a suggested solution in a pinned topic: Download from Mozilla. They do not list a cause, but this may be a network issue. https://adblockplus.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=22270