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AdBlock Tester (version 3.1.1 from 11/23/2023)

Choosing an ad blocker but don't know where to test it? This site contains various advertising and analytic services you can use to test the effectiveness of your Adblocker. Some examples of Adblockers you can test are: AdBlock, AdBlock Plus, AdGuard, Ghostery, uBlock Origin, AdBlocker Ultimate and others.

Using multiple ad blockers at the same time can negatively affect their work. Due to caching when refreshing the page, the results of the previous check may still be visible. To avoid this, try refreshing the page with clearing cache .

Contextual advertising

Usually this is the most important type of ADS, but ADS providers blocks this website, so right now it's not reliable way of testing it. This is the most common form of advertising and tracking on the internet. It’s very easy for website owners to set up. These services collect data about you in order to find the right advertisement for you.

• Script loading:  ✅ test passed

Google AdSense

Yandex direct, analytics tools.

These services monitor your actions on the site and collect information about you. They are only useful to the sites' owners. Unfortunately, blocking them sometimes can completely break the site.

Google Analytics

• Script loading:  ⚠️ test has most likely failed (file size is within the normal range, it is more likely that the file is original)
• Script execution:  ✅ test passed

Yandex.Metrica

Banner advertising.

This type of advertising is often used on large websites that sell ad space. It is difficult to block because it is difficult to distinguish between an advertising image and a regular image. Often the rules are written for each site separately, so this check is not entirely accurate. It only checks for the presence of keywords in the file path and the availability of Flash.

Flash banners

• File loading:  ❌ test failed

Static image

Error Monitoring

Unlike analytics tools, these services are used to track and measure errors on websites. Services monitor almost all user actions so that the error message is as complete as possible. Most often, if you turn these off, nothing will break.

65 points out of 100 (11 services, 22 checks)

Website with ads, analytics trackers, metrics, error catchers. Check your blocker: AdBlock, AdBlock Plus, AdGuard, Ghostery, uBlock Origin, AdBlocker Ultimate…

Latest Test Results

Below is a preview of your last 10 test results. You can download the full report for sharing

Compatibility Table

The test relies on JavaScript, it can encounter problems due to browser limitations and varying solution approaches. Below you'll find browser-adblock solutions that have been validated and tested to work effectively

While some browser+adblock solutions may not be supported by this test it's important to note that this does not imply they are not effective or reliable

Can be used in combo with ublock-origin or adguard adblocker. Test doesn't work properly if blocking page feature of NextDNS is enabled

This solution sets '500 Internal Server Error' on all requests and cannot be detected

Firefox users affected by unknown issues. This can be temporarly fixed by using @@*$redirect-rule in 'My Filters'

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How does it work?

After tests are completed , you get a liquid color ball with points. Points are calculated based on your tests for each category and type The color fits your points range Here a preview of 3 scenarios :

• Cosmetic Filter : Check if you are hiding/removing the empy boxes of ads, cookie policy etc.
• Script Loading : Check if you are blocking a possible ad script loading or trackers
• Host : Check if you block domains that provide trackers, analytics or ads

I'm sure my ad-block solution is configured correctly, but the test does not work.

It would appear that your current configuration is not compatible with the type of checks carried out by this tool. However, please note that this does not mean that there is a lack of protection provided by the solution you have configured, such as an ad blocking extension, a VPN or a DNS. The limitations of JavaScript or the absence of certain features may prevent the test from being able to accurately determine the number of connections that are blocked. You will still receive an estimate of the percentage of connections that have been blocked/detected by this tool

How I can have 100%

A green score indicates a satisfactory level of protection. There is no need to aim for a perfect score. However, if you are interested in achieving full 100% protection, you can use my d3Host List, which covers most of the tests on the site (excluding cosmetic filters and script loading). This should help to improve your score.

My ad-blocking solutions

I use DNSFilter as main DNS resolver Great alternative for home consumer users NextDNS Plus these combo on each platform :

• Windows : Brave + ublock-Origin
• MacOS : Brave + ublock-Origin
• Android : Kiwi Browser + ublock-Origin
• iOS : Brave with built-in adblock enabled OR Safari + Adguard Extension
• Hagezi - Ultimate List
• uBlock filters
• Adguard Filters

Others test tools for your adblock

I created this project to quickly test my small list of most common hosts. I wanted to build something with a great design and user experience that was pretty straightforward for any type of user. There are other great tools that I use and would like to recommend

Toolz 3.1.2

#changelog 8/05/2024.

• Updated hosts list
• Removed some advertising hosts that were used for administration and not to serve ads.
• Added details for cosmetic and script tests
• Moved warning card for better UX

#Changelog 10/02/2024

• Added rules to .adblock file
• Removed partner.ads script
• Cosmetic and script tests set to 1 point each
• Improved hosts test with fake 404 page

  Logs

Javascript is required to run this test. please enable javascript in your browser settings.,   cosmetic filter.

If a cosmetic filter test fails, it simply means that the specific website being tested (in this case d3ward.github.io) isn't included in any of adblock's rules or lists. It's important to note that this does not mean that cosmetic filtering fails on all websites. You can confirm this by visiting a popular, ad-rich site where you're unlikely to see any ad boxes. The purpose of this test is to assess the functionality of the blocking feature, not to determine its scope or coverage. By adding the following rules to your adblock solution, you may be able to solve the problem:

  Ad Scripts Loading

Same as the cosmetic tests. If an ad script load test fails, it usually means that the specific website being tested isn't covered by any of adblock's rules or lists, especially for blocking ad-related scripts like my fake ads.js However, this error doesn't indicate a general failure of ad script blocking on all websites. To check, you can visit a popular website known for its abundance of ads scripts. Chances are that you won't encounter any blocked ad scripts. It's important to understand that this test is designed to evaluate the functionality of ad script blocking, not its scope or effectiveness. To potentially fix the problem, consider adding the following rules to your adblock solution:

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Best in-browser ad blockers

Best ad-blocking apps, best ad-blocking mobile apps, other privacy-focused extensions and apps.

The best ad blockers are crucial to survive on the modern internet. Not matter where you go, you're at risk of being harassed by pop-ups, tracker cookies, malvertising and countless other digital nasties that seem hell-bent on ruining your online experience. Even if all your browsing is above board, you're still at risk.

Thankfully there's no shortage of apps and browser extensions that can block ads and keep you safer when you're online. Combined with the best antivirus software and the best VPNs , a good ad-blocker gives you a perfect arsenal of tools to offer as much protection as possible. Even the FBI recommends using an ad-blocker for protection.

The only thing you need to figure out is which ad-blocker is right for you. There are so many to choose from, and whether you are willing to live with the downsides. Most free sites rely on advertising revenue to survive, including Tom's Guide. But if you're happy with the trade-off, we've got a thorough list of the best ad blockers and privacy tools — with options for every browser and platform.

The best ad blockers you can get today

1. adblock plus (chrome, edge, firefox, opera, safari, android, ios).

AdBlock Plus (ABP) is among the most popular ad blockers, with extensions available for Firefox, Chrome, Safari, Edge and Opera. ABP features a quick setup, loading preset filter lists that allow users to quickly block most ads, as well as the option to filter malware and social media buttons. 

Savvy users can chose additional block lists as well as set custom filters or whitelist their favorite sites to keep their ad revenue in the black. AdBlock Plus allows what it calls "non-intrusive advertising" through filters; that may irk some users, though this feature can be disabled in settings. 

On Android, the AdBlock Browser provides a Firefox-based browser that blocks incoming advertising, while on iOS, the AdBlock Plus app integrates with the content blocker system to seamlessly block advertising on Safari with minimal setup.

Download AdBlock Plus: Firefox , Chrome , Safari , Opera , Edge

2. AdBlock (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

AdBlock (no relation to AdBlock Plus) is the other best ad-blocking browser extension of note, available for users of Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Safari. AdBlock uses a series of filter lists to automatically block ad content coming from known ad servers and providers. Users can stick with the default block lists, subscribe to additional ones, or even create their own, as well as whitelist their favorite websites. 

As one of the most downloaded Chrome and Safari extensions, AdBlock has the trust of many users worldwide.

Download AdBlock: Chrome , Firefox , Safari , Edge

3. uBlock Origin (Chrome, Firefox)

Ublock Origin is a browser-based ad blocker that focuses on simple, efficient blocking with a low resource overhead. The extension comes loaded with a number of filter lists for known advertising and malware sources, with extra filter lists available and the option to read and create your own custom filters from hosts files.

Download Ublock Origin: Chrome , Firefox

4. Poper Blocker (Chrome)

Rather than be an all-in one blocking solution, Poper Blocker (aka Pop Up Blocker For Chrome), is designed to complement other adblockers. 

In this case, Poper Blocker focuses on blocking pop-ups, pop-unders, overlays, timed and scroll pop-ups, and other varieties that might slip past other ad-blocking extensions. Small notifications tell you when pop-ups are blocked. You also can view your blocking stats, but otherwise, you can generally just keep Poper Blocker running in the background with minimal impact alongside other adblocker extensions.

Download Poper Blocker: Chrome

5. Stands Fair AdBlocker (Chrome)

For a fast and light ad-blocking plugin, Chrome users can turn to Stands Fair AdBlocker. The extension does precisely what it promises, blocking ads and pop-ups from cluttering up your browser view while also preventing any tracking from going on. 

Stand's Fair AdBlocker gives you control over the type of ads you can block, specifying everything from autoplay video ads, YouTube ads, expanding ads and more. It can even block Facebook ads if you want.

The "Fair" part of AdBlocker comes into play by giving you the ability to allow certain types of ads or even whitelist ad-supported websites you don't want to shortchange of badly needed revenue. This is one ad blocker that doesn't take a scorched earth approach to its stated purpose.

Download Stands Fair AdBlocker: Chrome

6. Ghostery (Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Edge)

Like the other extensions on our list of the best ad blockers, Ghostery can remove ads from webpages, so you can focus on content and browse more efficiently. But the real value in Ghostery lies in its privacy protection features. You can use Ghostery to view trackers, which lets you see who's trying to collect data on you. With Ghostery, you can also stop that tracking from taking place. If you really want to safeguard your privacy, you can turn to Ghostery's Enhanced Anti Tracking to anonymize your data.

Ghostery's a free download that offers basic web protection. More advanced protection starts at $4.99 a month and the $11.99 monthly tier comes with a built-in VPN. There are also versions of Ghostery that work with Android and iOS devices.

Download Ghostery: Chrome , Firefox , Opera , Safari , Edge

7. Adblocker for YouTube (Chrome, Firefox)

YouTube has gotten more aggressive with ads, so the makers of ad-blocking extensions have followed suit. Adblocker for YouTube is a Chrome extension that promises to automatically block YouTube ads, whether we're talking about the pre-roll ad appearing before your video or any text and banner ads that appear on the video itself.

If you prefer Firefox to Chrome, there's also an AdBlocker for YouTube extension that works on that browser. Same name, different developer apparently, but the functionality of stripping out video and display ads remains. This version works on Android devices too.

Download Adblocker for YouTube: Chrome , Firefox

1. AdGuard (Windows, Mac, Android, iOS)

Uses looking for a more robust experience can try out the subscription-based AdGuard, which provides desktop and mobile options to reduce the ads you see when surfing online. 

AdGuard on Windows and Mac covers popular browsers, with highly configurable options for ads, content, and tracker blocking, as well as a parental controls module for restricting adult content. AdGuard for Android is a no-root ad-blocker that blocks advertising on apps and games, though you’ll have to install it from AdGuard’s site instead of through Google Play. AdGuard for iOS works with Safari to effectively filter ads on the default browser.

Download AdGuard: Windows , Mac , Android , iOS

2. AdLock ($33 per year)

AdLock avoids the browser-based route, instead opting to run as a separate program to be able to block not only browser-based ads, but also advertising in other programs like Skype or games. 

The app runs in the background, using filters to block ads, popups, and autoplaying videos, speeding up loading times and applying Safe Browsing features to automatically block sites that are known to be unsafe. 

For obvious reasons, the mobile version is unavailable on the Google Play Store, so you'll need to sideload the app if you want to get AdLock into your Android device. iOS users can download AdLock directly from Apple's App Store.

Download AdLock: Windows , Chrome ,  Android , Mac , iOS

3. Wipr (macOS, iOS; $1.99)

If you’re a Safari fan, Wipr may be the best ad blocker for both your Mac and iPhone. The app is available for both iOS and macOS — costing $1.99 from either Apple App Store — and it promises to work with Safari as well as apps that use Safari for displaying web pages.

You’ll find a full array of features with Wipr, which not only blocks apps and trackers, but cryptocurrency miners, EU cookie and GDPR notices and anything else that gets in your way of surfing the web. Its blocklist gets updated twice a week, and there’s little configuration; the idea is that you load Wipr and forget that it’s there while it does its job in the background.

With Wipr, pages should load faster in Safari, which will be particularly welcome if you’re surfing from an iPhone, where ads and trackers can bog down your browser’s speed.

Download Wipr: macOS , iOS

1. 1Blocker (iOS)

1Blocker was one of the first really good ad blockers on iOS when Apple opened up that functionality on iPhones and iPads; the apps has since been optimized for Safari. 

The app is designed to make browsing faster and more secure by blocking ads, popups, trackers and other online cruft. Rather than blocking content of a downloaded page, 1Blocker works with Safari's content blocker API to tell the browser what to block in advance, saving time and resources. 

1Blocker features more than 115,000 blocker rules, custom regional adblocking settings, and easy-to-use custom rules settings. The app is a free download, with premium features available as in-app purchases.

Download 1Blocker: iOS

2. Firefox Focus (Android, iOS)

Firefox Focus is another addition to Mozilla's family of browsers. This one's a privacy-oriented version of Firefox that bakes in ad-blocking and anti-tracking into a light and functional package. Firefox Focus blocks ads and speeds up browsing, while also working in privacy-friendly features like automatic history and cookie clearing. 

Users can selectively block ads, analytics, content and social trackers with easy toggles, turn on a "stealth" mode, and set a default search engine.

Our look at the best Android browsers has more on the various flavors of Firefox.

Download Firefox Focus: Android , iOS

3. AdClear (Android, iOS)

AdClear — or AdClear Plus if you're searching for the iOS version — offers the kind of mobile ad blocking in browsers that similar apps provide. But AdClear takes it one step farther by also blocking ads in apps. 

AdClear achieves this through a DNS changer feature that routes traffic through a VPN. AdClear doesn't catch everything in all apps, and in our experience, some apps ran a little slower. But this free download can put a stop to ads interrupting what you're trying to do whether in an app or a browser.

Download AdClear: Android , iOS

1. Decentraleyes (Chrome, Firefox)

Some times, blocking ads can also prevent websites fromn pulling needed resoruces and libraries from third-party sources, breaking web pages in the process. Decentraleyes tries to stop that from happening by acting as a local content delivery network emulator to serve up the files that websites need. By doing so, this extension can stop websites from sending out requests to the likes of Google Hosted Libraries.

Think of Decentraleyes as a complement to ad blockers. In fact, the extension specifically says it can work with uBlock Origin and AdBlock Plus, both of which we recommend up above.

Download Decentraleyes: Chrome , Firefox

2. Opera (Desktop, Android, iOS)

The Opera browser bakes in ad-blocking features into the browser without the need for an extra add-on, while also offering privacy-friendly tools such as an unlimited, built-in VPN service, incognito mode, fraud and malware warnings for suspicious links and pages, and more. In addition, you can further customize Opera's capabilities with a wide array of extensions. 

Mobile users need not fret, as the Android version comes with just about everything the desktop version has but built for touch-screen interfaces. On iOS, the mobile version of Opera is listed in Apple's App Store as Opera Touch. (Incidentally, we've got a guide on how you can use Opera to block ads on the iPhone .)

Download Opera: Mac or Windows , Android , iOS

3. Privacy Badger (Chrome, Firefox, Opera)

The Electronic Frontier Foundation's Privacy Badger browser extension was born from the EFF's concerns about the business models of some privacy tools and ad blockers. 

Privacy Badger functions similarly to extensions like AdBlock Plus (on which it was based), observing the various tracking tools that advertisers and other third parties might use to track your online activities and selectively blocking them from executing. Built-in learning algorithms adapt to the sites you visit and take any new tracking tools discovered into account. 

While not explicitly an ad blocker, Privacy Badger does also block some advertising, depending on how aggressively the ads track you across websites.

Download Privacy Badger: Chrome , Firefox , Opera

4. Tor Browser (Desktop, Android)

The Tor network helps anonymize your internet activity by bouncing the data you send and receive through a distributed anonymous network of routers to foil a common online surveillance technique called traffic analysis, which can reveal the sites you visit or who you're communicating with. 

The Tor Browser is an all-in-one package that includes everything you need to surf the net through the Tor network in an easy-to-install portable package. The package includes a modified version of Firefox with privacy aids such as NoScript baked in, and an automatic setup aid that makes it easy to connect to and create new Tor circuits. 

On the desktop, you can grab a version of Tor Browser for Windows, macOS or Linux. There's also a version of Tor Browser for Android, which replaces the previous OrBot + OrFox combination recommended for browsing Tor on Android.

Download Tor Browser: Desktop , Android

5. Onion Browser (iOS)

iOS users aren’t left out when it comes to browsing the Tor anonymizer network, with the Onion Browser among the more popular options on Apple’s mobile OS. 

Previously a premium app, Onion Browser has since moved to a donation model, opening up access to everyone who wants to download the app, without compromising security or features. The usual caveats apply: Browsing through Tor will slow down the web experience, and some features, like video streams and video files won’t work in order to preserve anonymity.

Download Onion Browser: iOS

How to choose the best ad blocker for you

Many of the best ad blockers are available for free, either as extensions or as standalone apps, though a few, like AdLock, charge a fee. Determine if the free services provide enough ad-blocking to meet your needs or whether a paid app delivers more for your money. You should also figure out if a browser extension will take care of your ad-blocking needs or whether you should consider switching browsers to one with more built-in privacy features.

You can narrow down your choice in ad blockers by deciding specifically what you're looking to accomplish with such an app or extension. Do you just want to stop annoying pop-up ads from appearing or do you want the full range of services, including privacy features and an end to ad-tracking? Grab the ad blocker that ticks off all the boxes on your wishlist.

Some ad blockers, such as AdBlock Plus include filters and the ability to let in non-obtrusive advertising. Others, like AdBlocker Ultimate, take a more aggressive approach. Find out which one best suits your needs and comfort level.

As we noted at the outset, there's also an ethical component to ad blockers. Do you feel comfortable keeping ad revenue out of the hands of sites you enjoy and use for free? As good as the best ad blockers are, that's still a trade-off you need to consider when deciding whether to install one as a browser extension or as a standalone app. 

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• kep55 I'm waiting for an ad blocker that will spoof the websites into thinking there is no ad blocker in place. More and more sites are incorporating code that disables the site entirely or many of the features if an adblocker is in use. Reply

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Which „working“ Safari Adblocker?

• Thread starter Chrisjmv
• Start date Nov 29, 2020
• Tags adblock adblock for ios adblocker
• Sort by reaction score
• iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch
• iOS and iPadOS
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macrumors 6502

• Nov 29, 2020

Hey guys using my iPhone 11 Pro Max and all these ads especially cookie banner stuff is so annoying. Which adblocker can you recommend that is doing its job so far so good?  

Septembersrain

Wipr works the best for me.  

macrumors 604

• Nov 30, 2020

I use Adblock Plus.  

macrumors 601

I have been using AdGuard Pro for the last 4+ years  

almostinsane

I use Adguard, its $5 a year but well worth it. The $5 covers both my iphone and ipad.  

macrumors regular

contacos said: I have been using AdGuard Pro for the last 4+ years Click to expand...

almostinsane said: I use Adguard, its $5 a year but well worth it. The $5 covers both my iphone and ipad. Click to expand...

Wipr.  

SpaceGrayAlways

1Blocker does OK. Not 100% but works well.  

macrumors 65816

macrumors 68000

Septembersrain said: Wipr works the best for me. Click to expand...

macrumors 68020

Wipr. I've used adguard and 1blocker and while they're both pretty good, I prefer Wipr for its simplicity and works very well. Adguard and 1blocker are more configurable but I don't need those features as wipr rarely breaks websites. If it does, the developer is fast to respond with updating rules.  

• Dec 1, 2020

Wipr here. Have been using it since early version.  

macintoshmac

gwang73 said: Wipr. I've used adguard and 1blocker and while they're both pretty good, I prefer Wipr for its simplicity and works very well. Adguard and 1blocker are more configurable but I don't need those features as wipr rarely breaks websites. If it does, the developer is fast to respond with updating rules. Click to expand...

Adblock Plus. I don't even think about ads anymore.  

tobefirst ⚽️

I'm using Wipr now, too. I've been satisfied with it.  

Apple_Robert

Contributor.

1Blocker works for me.  

macrumors Sandy Bridge

Been using Ka-Block! for some time, and prior to that Norton Ad Blocker (Firefox Focus and BlockBear have also been reasonable free options).  

macrumors 603

AdGuard Pro and Wipr.  

• Dec 3, 2020

BerryCurrant said: Adblock Plus is built into Microsoft Edge on iOS and it works very well. I've always been a little reluctant to install the standalone Adblock Plus app for Safari because it hasn't been updated for a few years? ABP works great on my PC, it's the first extension I install on all my browsers. For Safari I was pleasantly surprised to find out that the MalwareBytes app has free adblocking and it seems to do a fairly decent job. If you sign up for premium it will also block malware sites etc. but that's not required. Click to expand...

macrumors member

Pi-hole blocks network wide in every App, but requires a raspberry to run on. There’s a specific App on iPhone to control pi-hole  

Maloney~888

I’ve been using AdGuard Pro for some time now. Very happy with it.  

I like AdBlock Pro. Seems to work better for me than AdGuard Pro. They both block ads, but AdGuard Pro would often break more legitimate website functionality. https://adblockpro.app/  

LarsN. said: Pi-hole blocks network wide in every App, but requires a raspberry to run on. There’s a specific App on iPhone to control pi-hole Click to expand...

BeatCrazy said: I like AdBlock Pro. Seems to work better for me than AdGuard Pro. They both block ads, but AdGuard Pro would often break more legitimate website functionality. https://adblockpro.app/ Click to expand...

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The easy way to block ads on your iPhone and iPad. Annoying ads like pop-ups, video ads, banners and ads disguised as content are things of the past thanks to Adblock Plus (ABP)! Safari users enjoy a peaceful and delightful web experience when using Adblock Plus, the world’s number 1 ad blocker. No disruptive ads. No tracking. No nasty viruses. REPUTABLE Adblock Plus has been the most downloaded, free ad blocker on the market since 2006. Its unique Acceptable Ads feature, turned on by default, shows occasional ads that aren’t disruptive in order to help support great content creators. You can choose to block these ads by simply turning off the Acceptable Ads feature in the ABP settings. SAFE AND PRIVATE Browse more safely and securely. Adblock Plus for Safari: - Prevents nasty stuff like malware and tracking that can hide behind ads - Reduces the risk of malware infection - Enhances your privacy CONSCIOUS BROWSING Ads can cause pages to load slower, thus eating up your data plan and consuming your battery. By using Adblock Plus for Safari you: - Save data - Save battery life Download Adblock Plus for Safari on iOS - it’s FREE! By downloading and installing the application, you agree to our Terms of Use. https://adblockplus.org/terms ------ About the people behind Adblock Plus for Safari on iOS We are a globally distributed, yet tight-knit group of developers, designers, writers, researchers, and testers. By supporting a fair and profitable Internet, we remain optimistic about the future of the web. Our mission is to create a sustainable product that makes your everyday life a little easier. ------ Enjoying the app? Please leave us a 5-star review! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adblockplus Twitter: https://twitter.com/adblockplus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AdblockPlusOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adblockplus

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I turned this on in Safari Private Mode and see ads all over CNN and FOX8. Three or more per page. Then I turned off acceptable ads. All but the most annoying ad disappeared. Does not block NPR Paywall overlay.

The Best Ad Blocking Tool

I’ve used Adblock Plus for Safari for about two years, along with two other ad blockers. Recently I upgraded my iPad to iOS17. Suddenly got ads all over the place! I checked the Adblock Plus and readjusted my enabled websites list, and closed the iPad, then re-opened it after a few minutes. Voilá— no more ads! This app is much more efficient than the other two ad blockers I used before. My suggestion to anyone having ad problems after installing an iOS update is just to check and recalibrate your Adblock Plus, and close your device, then re-open it. I really hate ads, so I love this app.

Stopped Working

After updating to iOS 17, this app has become completely useless. The thing I loved most about this app is that it would stop ads from opening their own tab in safari but it no longer prevents that from happening & just all around stopped blocking ads for me. Hoping it gets fixed cause this is the only adblocker I’ve ever liked. Other apps block pop up windows but they still open & say “this content is blocked” which you then have to close the tab. That never happened with Adblock Plus, it would literally prevent an advertiser from opening a window PERIOD. Hence why it’s my fav 🙁

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Best ad blockers of 2024

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Best overall

Best for privacy, best at removing ads, best for insights, best for protection, best for pop-ups, how we test.

The best ad blockers make it simple and easy to block not just intrusive advertising, but also block rogue ads and website malware.

1. Best overall 2. Best for privacy 3. Best at removing ads 4. Best for insights 5. Best for protection 6. Best for pop-ups 7. FAQs 8. How we test

The No. 1 reason most would cite for using an ad blocker is to eliminate webpage disruptions. Depending on the site and the quality of the ads, the advertising can cause the accidental removal of text, page cluttering, and loading issues. 

Another reason for using an ad blocker is to protect your privacy. By design, most advertisers now use background tracking tools such as cookies to create ads based on your online history. This is why, for example, you might visit Amazon .com to look for a new television and soon after start seeing ads for smart TVs on Facebook and other social networking sites you visit. 

Ad blockers can also help to remove malvertising, which criminals use to spread malware . It will also cut down on the downloadable content on your machines, which many describe as "web bloat." 

Altogether, web ads have gone from being a simple annoyance to actively intruding and disrupting our internet experience, so it's no wonder ad blockers have become increasingly popular.

We've looked at the range of those available, tested them, and otherwise run them through their paces for issues such as usability and accessibility. Below, we've listed what we think are the best ad blockers currently available.

We've also listed the best web browsers .

The best ad blockers of 2024 in full:

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1. uBlock Origin

Specifications, reasons to buy, reasons to avoid.

The first product on the list, uBlock Origin, does a terrific job at blocking malware , web promotions, trackers, and the like. Free and open-source, uBlock Origin promises to be “easy on CPU and memory” while blocking online apps. In addition, the software includes various filter lists previously identified for known advertising and malware. You can also add custom filters with relative ease. As you do, however, memory consumption will increase, which could negatively affect older systems. Regardless, it will still consume much less memory than other options. 

More advanced users will want to activate uBlock Origin’s dynamic filtering tool. You can adjust the scripts and domains a webpage can load by doing so.  You shouldn’t confuse uBlock Origin with uBlock. Although the same developer created both, uBlock is now owned by Adblocker Plus. They are two completely different options. 

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2. Privacy Badger

Privacy Badger, which comes from the nonprofit Electronic Frontier Foundation, blocks trackers, not necessarily ads. It does so using unique algorithms and no domain blacklists like other tools. By taking this approach, Privacy Badger attempts to separate the good and the bad without disrupting the website's flow. 

With this solution, there is some wiggle room to make changes. For example, for whatever reason, perhaps Privacy Badger is blocking your favorite website's cookies, which are essential to customize your user experience. You can change this in just a few steps. 

Overall, if privacy is your most important reason for considering a blocker, this might be the one for you. 

3. Adblocker Plus

If you're looking for an ad blocker that's been around for a while, you can't do much better than Adblock Plus. Its ease of use and price (free) have made it a winner for many years. After installation, Adblock Plus immediately gets to work and begins blocking and obstructing things you probably won't want to see. In the process, it does a great job of not negatively affecting the look and feel of a website. 

Despite its pedigree, one criticism you'll hear most about Adblock Plus is its " acceptable ads " policy. These are described as those that "aren't intrusive or annoying. They are respectful, don't interfere with content, and are clearly labeled with the word "advertisement" or its equivalent." Of course, these words are highly subjective, which is probably one of the reasons decisions on what makes a committee now makes an acceptable ad. Regardless, you can now manually remove these ads in a few steps. 

A minor point about Adblock Plus is its sometimes confusing way of presenting extra features that can also be beneficial. This confusion is primarily because of its design. My advice: take the time to look at the Adblock Plus instructions; you might be surprised by what you discover. 

4. Ghostery

Ghostery features a terrific design and lots of customization options. Better still, it provides a much higher level of insight about what's being blocked and how you're being tracked online. With the free version of Ghostery, you get a tracker and ad blocking, and custom blocking preferences. For as little as $3.99 per month, you can get Ghostery Plus, which ads extension themes, historical stats, and more. 

The biggest drawback of Ghostery is there's no way to add customizable filters. In other words, you get what you get. 

One of the newest solutions on this list, AdLock, does a terrific job at zeroing in and eliminating malware, phishing sites, and more through various browsers. For the full benefit of AdLock, it’s best to buy a yearly subscription. However, its Chrome extension is free. 

AdLock is very good at protecting your online privacy, and it's a lightweight solution, which is vital for many. Though relatively new, AdLock is already one of the best ad blockers and worth your consideration. 

On the negative side, AdLock support could be better, and hopefully, in time, it will be. 

6. Poper Blocker

I've included Poper Blocker on this list, even though it's a secondary tool. With Poper Blocker, whatever pop-ups another adblocker might have missed will get squashed forever. Only available for Chromium-based browsers, the solution also goes after pop-users, overlays, and other nuisances. When a pop-up is removed, you'll get a notification, which comes in hand when something you do want to see is flagged. 

Because of its limited use, you should find an ad-blocker that best suits your needs and add Poper Blocker. You'll be happy you did. Although Poper Blocker is free, you'll need to pay for a membership to access every feature. 

We've also featured the best privacy tools and anonymous browsers .

Is advertising always bad?

On the benefits side, online advertising, especially e-commerce sites, can remember who you are and adjust its pages accordingly. Have you noticed how your favorite shopping store  always  seems to have what you're looking for on the home page or is running a sale on your favorite shorts? Again, you can thank online advertising. 

These ads can also help you better compare products, so you're always paying the best price — if that means visiting another site. Online advertising can also track the latest trends, news headlines, and more, so you're a more savvy shopper or citizen. 

To test for the best ad blockers, we downloaded and installed a number of extensions for different browsers, especially Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. We ran through their settings to see how easy they were to customize and set up. Then we went surfing through the internet, especially on mainstream media websites which are flooded with advertising. We kept a lookout for how well ads were blocked, and whether using the ad blocker adversely impacted our viewing experience.

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