[–] HowAboutShutUp 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Users are obviously rejecting that model as it currently stands, though. Advertisers need to revise their model or accept sucking at a dry teat. If people who can't make money stop making content or shitloads of things get paywalled, there will still be people gnerating content out of sheer passion.
[–] SK10 1 point -1 points 0 points (+0|-1) ago
I would say it depends on your personal morals. I won't try to come up with some reason that makes it okay to block ads, it's simply more convenient and gives a better experience. I block ads and don't think twice about it, but others may and that's up to them.
[–] FuttsMcButts 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
Devils advocate here: Yes. It's their service and they choose what to display on it.
I think its unethical for forced video ads on mobile as you are wasting that users data against their will but otherwise I think the site owners have somewhat of a right to ad revenue.
note: I personally still have my ad blocker always on, near no exception, I also think depending on ad revenue to keep sites up isn't exactly a business model for today.
[–] Mr_Lovette 1 point 3 points 4 points (+4|-1) ago
This is the right answer for me. I am not about to be forced into potentially receiving malware because the web host doesn't moderate their ads. Nor am I going to be blasted in the ears with auto play sound ads.
[–] Xon 0 points 9 points 9 points (+9|-0) ago
No. I'm not opposed to ads, but intrusive advertising ruins that for everyone. Web sites need to give a compelling reason to disable adblock.