NoScript vs RequestPolicy

NoScript — NoScript is a free, open source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and other browsers. It allows users to selectively enable and disable JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins on a site-by-site

RequestPolicy — RequestPolicy is a browser extension that gives users control over cross-site requests. It allows blocking requests to third-party sites, providing more privacy and security while browsing.

NoScript offers Blocks execution of JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins by default, Whitelist-based plugin permission system allows enabling plugins on a per-site basis, Prevents clickjacking, XSS and other web-based attacks, Provides privacy by blocking web trackers and beacons, Lightweight extension with minimal impact on browser performance, while RequestPolicy provides Blocks cross-site requests to third-party sites, Provides more privacy and security while browsing, Allows users to control which sites can make requests, Supports Firefox and Chrome browsers.

NoScript stands out for Improves security and privacy while browsing the web, Lets user control which sites can run plugins/scripts, Easy to whitelist trusted sites and enable plugins only when needed; RequestPolicy is known for Enhances user privacy by blocking unwanted third-party requests, Improves website performance by reducing the number of requests, Customizable settings allow users to fine-tune their browsing experience.

Feature	NoScript	RequestPolicy
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Security & Privacy	Security & Privacy
Pricing	Open Source	Open Source

Product Overview

NoScript

Description: NoScript is a free, open source browser extension for Firefox, Chrome, and other browsers. It allows users to selectively enable and disable JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins on a site-by-site basis for security and privacy reasons.

RequestPolicy

Description: RequestPolicy is a browser extension that gives users control over cross-site requests. It allows blocking requests to third-party sites, providing more privacy and security while browsing.

Key Features Comparison

NoScript Features

• Blocks execution of JavaScript, Java, Flash and other plugins by default
• Whitelist-based plugin permission system allows enabling plugins on a per-site basis
• Prevents clickjacking, XSS and other web-based attacks
• Provides privacy by blocking web trackers and beacons
• Lightweight extension with minimal impact on browser performance

RequestPolicy Features

• Blocks cross-site requests to third-party sites
• Provides more privacy and security while browsing
• Allows users to control which sites can make requests
• Supports Firefox and Chrome browsers

Pros & Cons Analysis

NoScript

Pros

• Improves security and privacy while browsing the web
• Lets user control which sites can run plugins/scripts
• Easy to whitelist trusted sites and enable plugins only when needed
• Open source code can be audited for security
• Free to use with no ads or paid tiers

Cons

• Some sites break without JavaScript enabled
• Requires configuring whitelist for full functionality
• Not compatible with all browsers
• Can sometimes block useful functionality

RequestPolicy

Pros

• Enhances user privacy by blocking unwanted third-party requests
• Improves website performance by reducing the number of requests
• Customizable settings allow users to fine-tune their browsing experience
• Helps prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks

Cons

• May break some websites or functionality if not configured properly
• Can be complex for users unfamiliar with web security concepts
• Requires manual configuration for each website the user visits

Pricing Comparison

NoScript

• Open Source

RequestPolicy

• Open Source