SMRTR TechNov 17, 2025Hacker News

WBlock: A New Ad-Blocker for Safari

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WBlock is a new Safari ad-blocker for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS that can handle up to 750,000 blocking rules across 5 extensions. The tool uses advanced compression technology to maintain a light 40 MB memory footprint while blocking ads, trackers, and unwanted content. Key features include a userscript engine, customizable filter lists, and automatic updates, offering comprehensive ad-blocking with efficient performance across Apple devices.

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