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ClickToFlash

ClickToFlash - 1.5

Prevents Flash assets from loading in Safari unless you click on them.

All Time: (4.7)
Version 1.5: (5.0)
Selected Version: 1.5
Release Date: 2009-09-13
License: Freeware
Downloads (version 1.5): 443
Downloads (all versions): 4,816

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Product Description:

Ever wanted to get rid of the scourge of the web that is Adobe Flash, but still retain the ability to view Flash whenever you want? With ClickToFlash, you can! Using ClickToFlash, all of those icky Flash bits that have infected most webpages on the internets are replaced with a nice, smooth gradient and the word "Flash" set in a nice, pleasing font. When you want to view the Flash, just click on it!

The advantages of ClickToFlash are numerous. Since Flash isn't loaded until you specifically ask for it, your CPU usage will stay at normal levels when browsing the web. This has tons of benefits: web browsing stays speedy, your Mac laptop won't get as hot, and your Mac's fan won't come on as often. In fact, we guarantee* that ClickToFlash will quintuple your battery life and that it will protect those precious parts of your body on which you rest your laptop! (*note: not actually guaranteed)

Best of all, ClickToFlash even supports viewing all those ADORABLE meowing cat videos, annoying dog videos, and hilarious rickrolls from YouTube without using Flash at all! That's because YouTube also offers H.264 videos, which are used when viewing YouTube on the iPhone. With ClickToFlash, you get access to those same, higher quality videos.

Come join us! The web is so much better without Flash.

  • Block evil Adobe Flash
  • Flash only when you want it.
  • One-click Flash loading
  • View blocked Flash with just one click.
  • Higher quality YouTube
  • Play H.264 videos in QuickTime.
  • HD YouTube support
  • No more crappy, blocky video.
  • Website Whitelist
  • Allow Flash on certain websites.
  • Application Whitelist (beta only)
  • Allow Flash in certain applications.
  • sIFR Typography Support
  • Load quality typesetting automatically.
  • Automatic Updating
  • Download updates when they're ready.

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

  • Mac OS X 10.5 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC
  • Mac OS X 10.4 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.4 PPC

Additional Requirements:

  • Safari 3 or higher

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Feedback Summary:

Version 1.5:
Overall Rating: (5.0) Features: (5.0) Support: (5.0)
Ease of Use: (5.0) Quality / Stability: (5.0) Price: (5.0)
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ClickToFlash CommentaryHere's part of the plist... - Version: 1.6b4, 11/9/2009 12:14AM PST

(1 of 1 users found this comment useful)

artie505
And this is all set by the developer; users are given NO option.

<dict>
<key>CTFLastUpdateCheck</key>
<date>2009-11-09T05:42:28Z</date>
<key>SUEnableAutomaticChecks</key>
<true/>
<key>SULastCheckTime</key>
<date>2009-11-06T07:59:13Z</date>
<key>checkForUpdatesOnFirstLoad</key>
<true/>
<dict>
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ClickToFlash CommentaryUpdating my review... - Version: 1.6b4, 11/8/2009 09:51PM PST

artie505
With v. 1.6b4, ClickToFlash now calls home to check for updates once a day, and IT NEVER ASKED FOR PERMISSION TO DO SO...JUST TOOK THE LIBERTY.

This is not only very user-rude, it demonstrates an extreme lack of professionalism on the part of the developer.

(Doesn't detract from its usefulness, though.)
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ClickToFlash ReviewGreat plug-in! BUT... - Version: 1.6b4, 11/6/2009 11:56PM PST

(4 of 4 users found this comment useful)

artie505
This plug-in is sooo useful that I'm giving it 5 stars despite the litany of sins committed by its developer:

1. Never posts "What's new in this version;" even the "Version History" linked to on hir website is only up to v. 1.5.3.

2. V. 1.6b4 phoned home immediately following its installation without a "by your leave." (Thanks to Little Snitch! :) )

3. There is no need for an installer to install one file, particularly considering item 4.

4. Installer specifies "[...] standard installation [...] on the volume (Your HD)," but doesn't specify what that "standard installation" is, i.e. whether it's to /Library/Internet-Plugins (for all users) or ~/Library//Internet-Plugins (for "just this user"). (It installs to the latter.)

5. Developer's website solicits donations, but sets the amount at an unchangeable $6, which, in my estimation, makes this non-nag shareware; "donation," in my experience, means the amount is your option.
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