Seeing ads? Turn off Settings > Wi-Fi > Connectivity Assist. iOS may route traffic over cellular, bypassing the ad blocker. Blocks ads in Safari, Chrome & all apps.
AdSpamBlock is a free, made-in-Japan ad blocker and spam detector.
It frees you from phishing ads and annoying ads.
[Important] Seeing ads? Turn off "Connectivity Assist"
When iOS's Connectivity Assist (Settings > Wi-Fi; formerly Wi-Fi Assist) is on, your traffic may switch to cellular data while Wi-Fi is unstable and bypass ad blocking, so ads appear.
Go to Settings > Wi-Fi > Connectivity Assist and turn it off (you can also turn it off only for the Wi-Fi network you use).
When the app detects this, it also lets you know on the Home screen and with a notification.
[Three advantages of AdSpamBlock]
1. Wide filtering coverage
Blocks ads in the background not only in browsers such as Safari and Chrome, but also in mail and other apps, protecting you from harmful and spam ads.
2. High performance, still free
AdSpamBlock stays free thanks to our users. In return, we may occasionally show reward program offers in a non-intrusive way.
3. Monitors ads and unauthorized tracking
Beyond ads, it monitors and blocks tracking code that runs behind websites without your consent.
[Check that it is working]
The "Status" screen in Settings shows whether the VPN and ad blocking are running and when the block list was last updated. You can update the list and run a check right there.
[Notes]
- Because all traffic is filtered, iOS's data usage screen attributes the data usage of all apps to this app.
- If Instagram shows an error, try deleting and reinstalling the Instagram app.
- Requires iOS 15 or later.
This is a really great application that blocks spammy advertisements from apps, and this is the only app that I know that works. But there are still some downsides. It uses your VPN, meaning a slightly slower connection. But you’ll get used to it. Second, it drains your battery in the background if you leave it on for too long, but it really depends on your phone
Works perfectly! Except…
Gappy8suke
I don’t typically write reviews for apps but this feels different because honestly this system-wide ad blocker has never given me any issues in my time using it in the past, the reason why I say in the past is because it doesn’t seem to work anymore? I have tried to download and redownload the app, remove it from my settings, googled anything to try and fix it.. but there’s just nothing that has worked! When the app works as it should it makes every app and mobile game run smoothly, after using it for so long trying to do anything without it makes everything feel borderline unusable. Anyways the issue I’ve had is whenever I try and turn on the Adblocker it will say that it’s turning on but instead it just permanently “loads” without any response, testing to see if it was the new IOS update I tried the app on another IOS device and still had the same issue! I love this app so I’m hoping this gets patched soon or it ends up being on issue on my end, I won’t give up on this app as a loyal supporter.
Free and works for more than just safari
Dsdsd129
I spent a few minutes in the App Store looking for a free, no in app purchases, ad blocker that works for more than just safari. After looking for a while I downloaded this app and found that it is easy to use and works for lots of stuff (P.S. I use an apple phone so it may or may not vary for different phones).
No Freeware
The1Table
No IAP (in app purchases) or ads for the Adblock usage. And since it has no limit it’s good to use. Recently I started using my own DNS for “non Apple official reasons”, and since I needed to know what links to block, and this gives a blocklist, it worked out well even after I stopped using the app.
What's New in 1.8.5
■ Check your ad blocking status
A new "Status" screen in Settings shows whether the VPN and ad blocking are active and when the block list was last updated. You can update the list and run a check directly from this screen.
■ New alerts for Connectivity Assist
When iOS's Connectivity Assist (in Wi-Fi settings, formerly Wi-Fi Assist) is enabled, your device may switch to cellular data if your Wi-Fi connection is unstable. This can bypass ad blocking and allow ads to appear. The app now alerts you to this issue and shows you how to fix it on the Home screen and in a notification. It also checks periodically in the background.
■ Bug fixes and improvements
- Fixed an issue where ads were sometimes not blocked.
- Fixed an issue where some links could not be opened.
- Fixed issues with editing the blacklist and whitelist.
- Improved stability.
Now requires iOS 15 or later.
Version 1.8.5
The developer, misosil inc, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
Usage Data
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
Browsing History
Identifiers
Usage Data
Diagnostics
Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
Seller
MISOSIL, INC.
Size
25.1 MB
Category
Utilities
Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 15.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
