AdBlock Pro for Safari

AdBlock Pro for Safari blocks ads and trackers in Safari on iOS and macOS, with a free plan for browsing with fewer distractions and saving data. Its listed controls include safe browsing, adult-site and cookie-prompt blocking, and hiding social buttons and article comments. Users can also block scripts, custom webfonts, and crypto mining, apply Force HTTPS, and allowlist individual pages. Force HTTPS may break some outdated sites, and bypassing anti-adblock detection is described as experimental. Settings sync through iCloud; Family Sharing supports six family members with up to 10 devices each, and the app’s device limit is 10. The maker says its app does not collect personal information and that Safari receives rules through Apple’s Content Blocking API without the app accessing browsing data. An optional video ad-blocking extension is limited to video websites, requires extended permission, and does not collect data. Premium adds enhanced country-specific blocking, additional categories, and automatic filter updates; current price and terms depend on the App Store offer and region.

The free plan covers Safari ad blocking, while Premium adds more categories and automatic filter updates. Check the App Store purchase sheet for current Premium price and terms.

It suits Safari users on iOS or macOS who want ad and tracker blocking, with optional controls for families and page-specific allowlisting.

AdBlock Pro for Safari blocks ads and trackers in Safari on iOS and macOS, with controls for other kinds of page clutter. It suits people committed to Safari who want to tailor what gets blocked. Its free plan handles Safari ad blocking; Premium adds more categories and automatic filter updates.

Overview

The app combines ad and tracking-script blocking with safe browsing, adult-site blocking, cookie-prompt hiding and social-button blocking. An element picker and per-page allowlisting help address unwanted page elements without requiring a broader change to the rules. Article-comment, custom-webfont, crypto-mining and script blocking add further control, while Force HTTPS may disrupt outdated sites.

That range is useful for people who want to adjust their Safari blocking beyond ads. The trade-off is a single-browser focus: AdBlock Pro is not the choice for anyone who needs one blocker across several browsers. Its anti-adblock bypass is experimental, so it is not a reliable reason to choose the app.

Key features

• Granular blocking: The range of categories covers ads, trackers, cookie prompts and other page elements. This suits users who want more than conventional ad filtering, though some controls can interfere with site behavior.
• Filter controls: Background filter updates and enhanced regional blocking are Premium features. Automatic updates can reduce manual upkeep, while country-specific blocking is relevant to users whose needs vary by region.
• Family sharing and sync: Settings sync through iCloud, and Family Sharing supports six family members with up to 10 devices each. That is meaningful household coverage, but browser support remains Safari-only.
• Privacy: The app says it does not collect personal information; Apple's Content Blocking API supplies Safari with rules without giving the app access to browsing data. The optional video ad-blocking extension requires extended permission, is confined to video websites and does not collect data.
• Support and languages: Users can report ads in the app, and the interface is translated into more than 60 languages.

Pricing

The Free plan costs nothing and includes Safari ad blocking. It is the sensible starting point for users who want core blocking without paying, but it does not include Premium's enhanced country-specific blocking, additional categories or automatic filter updates.

Premium unlocks those features and is offered as a subscription or one-time purchase depending on region and current App Store offer. The 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, 12-month and Lifetime options have no published price; check the App Store purchase sheet for current price and terms before choosing. Without that price, it is difficult to compare the recurring options with Lifetime access or judge the upgrade's value.

The device limit is 10. Family Sharing supports six family members with 10 devices each, making the household allowance broader than a single 10-device account might suggest.

Platforms

AdBlock Pro is available on iOS and macOS, covering mobile and desktop Apple devices. Its single-browser support means that this platform coverage does not extend the blocker to other browsers.

Who it's for

Choose it if Safari is your main browser and you want a free ad-blocking starting point, with the option to add more blocking categories and automatic updates. Families using Apple's ecosystem may also value iCloud settings sync and the stated Family Sharing allowance. Look elsewhere if you need cross-browser coverage, or if you want to compare Premium's cost before reaching the purchase sheet.

Pros and cons

• Pro: The free plan includes Safari ad blocking, so users can begin without a Premium purchase.
• Pro: A broad set of blocking categories, an element picker and per-page allowlisting give users ways to address clutter beyond standard ads.
• Pro: iCloud sync and Family Sharing support substantial household use across Apple devices.
• Con: Support is limited to one browser, which rules it out for users who switch among browsers.
• Con: Premium's prices are not published for its subscription periods or Lifetime option, making upfront comparison harder.
• Con: Anti-adblock bypass is experimental, and Force HTTPS may break outdated sites.

Alternatives

For a wider comparison, browse Ad Blocking Software or Ad blockers.

• 1Blocker is worth considering if you want blocking features across extension, iOS and macOS, and prefer a stated monthly price: $2.99 a month, billed monthly, with a free plan and free trial.
• Adblock Plus is a candidate if platform breadth matters; it has a free plan across Android, extensions, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows. Its web extension is open source under GPLv3.
• AdBlocker Ultimate offers a free plan across Android, extensions, iOS, macOS, web and Windows. Consider it when you need broader platform coverage; it also offers Personal and Family plans, with prices not published.
• AdLock is a cross-platform option with a free plan for Android, iOS, macOS and Windows. Its 1-year plan is $39.50 a year; choose it if that stated annual price and broader platform support fit better.
• Disconnect spans Android, API, extensions, iOS, macOS, web and Windows, with a free plan and free trial. It is a broader-platform alternative; its Basic Extension plan is for a single browser.
• Ghostery is a free, open-source alternative with all features free and no subscription required. Choose it if avoiding a paid tier is the priority.
• Roadblock has a free plan and a $0.99 a month Premium plan, with custom rules and iCloud sync. It is worth comparing if you want those stated features at a published monthly price.
• Adblock Fast is another alternative.

Verdict

AdBlock Pro for Safari is a strong fit for Safari users who want free ad blocking plus a deep set of optional controls, with useful iCloud and Family Sharing support for households. Choose it for that Safari-focused flexibility; look elsewhere if you need multiple browsers or want a clear Premium price before committing.