How to Copy Text on Sites that Block It

Every now and then I come across sites on the Internet that prevent you from copying the text displayed.

So if you have the same problem and you want to copy things from sites here you go some solutions to overcome this :

Method 1: Turn off JavaScript

Most websites use JavaScript to block mouse functionality. If you turn off JavaScript on the site temporarily or permanently, you will be able to copy the text.

• Firefox users can press F12, there on the Preferences icon to disable JavaScript in the menu that opens.
• Chrome users can disable JavaScript in the Content settings: chrome://settings/content
• Internet Explorer users can turn off JavaScript in Internet Option > Security > Zone > Custom Level > Active Scripting
• Opera users can disable JavaScript under Websites in the Opera settings: opera://settings

      

           

Method 2: The source

You can also display the source code of the website you are on  and copy anything from it without restriction.

Simply press Ctrl + u while you are on the site and the source code will be displayed. This works in most browsers including Firefox, Chrome and Internet Explorer.

It is still necessary to find the text or content that you are looking for in the source. Use Ctrl + f to jump directly to it.

There you can also find links to images and other contents that you will be able to save or copy now.

Method 3: Extensions and scripts

The third and final option is most suitable if you encounter sites regularly that prohibit right-click use or text copying :

RightToClick for Firefox disables JavaScript annoyances such as forbidding right-clicks or text selection on sites.

RightToCopy for Chrome Enable right clicking, selecting, and copying text on pages that prevent these features. Also, prevent clipboard text injection.

Allow copy Allow Copy will re-enable select, copy, paste and right click in any webpage using any copy protection.

You can find many extensions for these two browsers.