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  Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-14 20:18 +1000
    Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Retirednoguilt <HapilyRetired@fakeaddress.invalid> - 2026-09-14 09:44 -0400
    Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2026-09-14 15:52 +0200
      Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. "R.Wieser" <address@is.invalid> - 2026-09-14 16:22 +0200
        Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. R Daneel Olivaw <Danni@hyperspace.vogon.gov.invalid> - 2026-09-14 17:30 +0200
          Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. "R.Wieser" <address@is.invalid> - 2026-09-14 20:48 +0200
          Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-15 19:22 +1000
      Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-15 18:57 +1000
    Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Jack <Jack@invalid.invalid> - 2026-09-15 06:51 +0100
      Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-15 19:30 +1000
    Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. lisa <not.in.use@home.invalid> - 2026-09-15 10:24 +0200
      Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-15 19:33 +1000
    Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Lawrence D’Oliveiro <ldo@nz.invalid> - 2026-09-24 23:27 +0000
      Re: Turning off the Anti-Spam function. Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2026-09-25 19:19 +1000

#18183 — Turning off the Anti-Spam function.

My SeaMonkey Browser will not handle some YouTube Videos .... No 
problem, I'll just use Firefox 151 or whatever version.

But I get ads ... no problem, just wait the six seconds and bypass .... 
No Wait, I want that device (Pulse, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar meter) 
but when I click on the ad, FF tells me it is blocking the Web-site 
cause it thinks it is suss!!

My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased 
one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off 
(temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood 
Pressure device, please??
-- 
Daniel70

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#18184

On 9/14/2026 6:18 AM, Daniel70 wrote:
> My SeaMonkey Browser will not handle some YouTube Videos .... No 
> problem, I'll just use Firefox 151 or whatever version.
> 
> But I get ads ... no problem, just wait the six seconds and bypass .... 
> No Wait, I want that device (Pulse, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar meter) 
> but when I click on the ad, FF tells me it is blocking the Web-site 
> cause it thinks it is suss!!
> 
> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased 
> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off 
> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood 
> Pressure device, please??

In FF, try settings > permissions and data > block pop-ups and
third-party redirects   and uncheck the box for block pop-ups and
third-party redirects

Then close FF, reopen it, return to the web site in question and look at
the left side of the address box for a shield symbol.  Left click on the
shield, move the mouse down to the clear cookies and site data and clear
that.  Reload the web page and see if you can successfully get to the
site you are seeking.  Don't know if it will work but its worth a try.

Also, make sure you have any and all privacy and other ad-blocking
add-ons disabled when you try it.  Hope it works for you.  Otherwise,
just use one of the other browsers you already know will work for this
one web site.

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#18185

On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70 wrote:

> My SeaMonkey Browser will not handle some YouTube Videos .... No 
> problem, I'll just use Firefox 151 or whatever version.
> 
> But I get ads ... no problem, just wait the six seconds and bypass .... 
> No Wait, I want that device (Pulse, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar meter) 
> but when I click on the ad, FF tells me it is blocking the Web-site 
> cause it thinks it is suss!!
> 
> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased 
> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off 
> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood 
> Pressure device, please??

You have to ask yourself: do I /really/ want this blood pressure device
or am I going to look for one myself, comparing reviews, prices and what
not?

-- 
s|b

Horum omnium fortissimi sunt Belgae.
(Julius Caesar)

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#18186

s|b,

> You have to ask yourself: do I /really/ want this blood pressure
> device or am I going to look for one myself, comparing reviews,
> prices and what not?

... or perhaps have his sister order, and deliver it as his address ?

Regards,
Rudy Wieser

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#18187

R.Wieser wrote:
> s|b,
> 
>> You have to ask yourself: do I /really/ want this blood pressure
>> device or am I going to look for one myself, comparing reviews,
>> prices and what not?
> 
> ... or perhaps have his sister order, and deliver it as his address ?
> 
> Regards,
> Rudy Wieser
> 
> 

I was thinking more along the lines of her mailing a link for the one 
she bought.

My doctor suggested (the word is inadequate) I get a device to measure 
my blood pressure, a specific device.  He suggested (correct word this 
time) Amazon.
A few days later I was in town and saw that a local box store had a 
special offer on these devices, but none were visible and neither were 
any staff.
Another couple of days later I checked in again.  BINGO, cheaper than 
Amazon and no need to hold my nose.

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#18188

Daneel,

>> ... or perhaps have his sister order, and deliver it as his address ?
...
> I was thinking more along the lines of her mailing a link for the one she 
> bought.

The OP could do that, but as that link most likely goes to the same website 
that the OP can't visit because FF has it blocked ...

> Another couple of days later I checked in again.  BINGO, cheaper than 
> Amazon and no need to hold my nose.

And you could also see (inspect) what you where buying.  I agree, much 
better.

Regards,
Rudy Wieser

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#18193

On 15/09/2026 1:30 am, R Daneel Olivaw wrote:
> R.Wieser wrote:
>> s|b,
>> 
>>> You have to ask yourself: do I /really/ want this blood pressure 
>>> device or am I going to look for one myself, comparing reviews, 
>>> prices and what not?
>> 
>> ... or perhaps have his sister order, and deliver it as his address
>> ?
>> 
>> Regards, Rudy Wieser
> 
> I was thinking more along the lines of her mailing a link for the one
>  she bought.
> 
> My doctor suggested (the word is inadequate)

Maybe you meant he "Advised!!".

> I get a device to measure my blood pressure, a specific device.

Yeap, I've seen those Blood Pressure Monitors advertised as well, but
this one specifically mentioned Blood Sugars.

> He suggested (correct word this time) Amazon.

Strangely, I hadn't thought of Amazon .... or eBay!!

> A few days later I was in town and saw that a local box store had a 
> special offer on these devices, but none were visible and neither
> were any staff.

Maybe the Staff were all out the back, testing themselves. ;-P

> Another couple of days later I checked in again.  BINGO, cheaper than
>  Amazon and no need to hold my nose.

Bugger! After setting up a new Password at eBay (it's been a while) they
discovered I'm using a different computer (like I typed, it's been a
while) .... so I'll get back to them .... and you.

Thanks.
-- 
Daniel70

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#18192

On 14/09/2026 11:52 pm, s|b wrote:
> On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70 wrote:
> 
>> My SeaMonkey Browser will not handle some YouTube Videos .... No
>> problem, I'll just use Firefox 151 or whatever version.
>>
>> But I get ads ... no problem, just wait the six seconds and bypass ....
>> No Wait, I want that device (Pulse, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar meter)
>> but when I click on the ad, FF tells me it is blocking the Web-site
>> cause it thinks it is suss!!
>>
>> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased
>> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off
>> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood
>> Pressure device, please??
> 
> You have to ask yourself: do I /really/ want this blood pressure device
> or am I going to look for one myself, comparing reviews, prices and what
> not?
> 
Don't you worry about that, s|b.

I've been testing my Blood Sugars for about 40 years .... and only 
having one hand, those fingers are getting pretty worn out!! ;-P

Next stop .... lopping off bits of those fingers!! ;-(
-- 
Daniel70

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#18190

On 14/09/2026 11:18, Daniel70 wrote:
> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased 
> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off 
> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood 
> Pressure device, please??


FF gives you the option to proceed if you take the risk!. Did you not 
see this when you clicked on the 'Advance' button? FF never blocks 
anything completely otherwise it won't be useful for anybody.

Alternatively uncheck the box shown in this image:

<https://postimg.cc/5jBhjqwR>
<https://i.postimg.cc/zD68tx38/2026-09-15-06-45-01.png>

Both images are the same so try only one that works for you.

imgur is blocked for UK users so I don't use it anymore.

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#18194

On 15/09/2026 3:51 pm, Jack wrote:
> On 14/09/2026 11:18, Daniel70 wrote:
>> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased
>> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off
>> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood
>> Pressure device, please??
> 
> FF gives you the option to proceed if you take the risk!. Did you not
> see this when you clicked on the 'Advance' button? FF never blocks
> anything completely otherwise it won't be useful for anybody.

My FF did .... came up with a new tab telling me IT thought the web-page 
was a Scam so it would not show it.

> Alternatively uncheck the box shown in this image:
> 
> <https://postimg.cc/5jBhjqwR>
> <https://i.postimg.cc/zD68tx38/2026-09-15-06-45-01.png>
> 
> Both images are the same so try only one that works for you.
> 
> imgur is blocked for UK users so I don't use it anymore.

I'm not in UK but imgur doesn't usually work for me .... but your second 
link did .... as did your first.
-- 
Daniel70

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#18191

On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70
<daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> wrote:

>My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased 
>one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off 
>(temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood 
>Pressure device, please??

click on the Help and next troubleshoot mode.
It will restart a "clean" FF and until now I can visit sites who gives
problems trying to visit or even show nothing at all with my set of
add-on's.

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#18195

On 15/09/2026 6:24 pm, lisa wrote:
> On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70
> <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> wrote:
> 
>> My sister, who uses IE/Edge or Whatever for her Browsing has purchased
>> one of these devices without a problem ..... so how can I turn off
>> (temporarily) this blocking function in FF so I can purchase my Blood
>> Pressure device, please??
> 
> click on the Help and next troubleshoot mode.
> It will restart a "clean" FF and until now I can visit sites who gives
> problems trying to visit or even show nothing at all with my set of
> add-on's.
> 
O.K., thanks, lisa.
-- 
Daniel70

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#18228

On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70 wrote:

>  ..... so how can I turn off (temporarily) this blocking function in
> FF so I can purchase my Blood Pressure device, please??

Get it from a more reputable source.

I got mine through a local pharmacy. They’ve got the Hato Hone/St John
branding on them, so if the ambulance service thinks they’re a quality
product, I’m happy to accept that. ;)

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#18229

On 25/09/2026 9:27 am, Lawrence D’Oliveiro wrote:
> On Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:18:39 +1000, Daniel70 wrote:
> 
>>   ..... so how can I turn off (temporarily) this blocking function in
>> FF so I can purchase my Blood Pressure device, please??
> 
> Get it from a more reputable source.
> 
> I got mine through a local pharmacy. They’ve got the Hato Hone/St John
> branding on them, so if the ambulance service thinks they’re a quality
> product, I’m happy to accept that. ;)
> 
I checked my Local Pharmacy (township pop approx 6,000 so not a big 
store) and they had the Blood Pressure/Pulse machines but none that read 
the Blood Sugar level as well.

-- 
Daniel70

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