Im a diehard Firefox user and its new ad blocker rolling out on iOS could finally let me switch from Safari

Date:
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Description:
Firefoxs iOS app now has a built-in ad blocker to protect your browsing privacy.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Firefoxs iOS app comes with a new built-in ad blocker It stops all kinds of ads, but there are some exceptions The move could convince me to finally switch from Safari Ive been
a loyal Firefox user for 20 years now , but thats only been true for the desktop app. Despite Firefox being one of the best web browsers around, Ive resolutely stuck with Safari on my iPhone but a new Firefox feature could finally convince me to make the switch on mobile.

In a support document , Firefox developer Mozilla explains that its browser now comes with an experimental ad blocker that is based on the EasyList filter, allowing Firefox to block many ads before they load. The ad blocker puts a stop to a variety of advertising types. That includes third-party advertising networks, ad-related trackers, third-party ads served on
websites, and more intrusive formats such as pop-ups and overlays. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here:

The feature is being rolled out gradually and is disabled by default, but you can enable it by opening Firefox, tapping the '' button, then selecting Settings. From there, go to Browsing and enable the toggle next to Ad
Blocker. Alternatively, you can enable it by opening the app menu when browsing a web page.

Its worth noting that there are a couple of exceptions to what the feature blocks. For one thing, it wont stop sponsored content on the Firefox Home or New Tab pages, nor will it block search engine ads, as these are both sources of income for Mozilla. You may like A new Edge vs Safari debate is raging,
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As well as that, Mozilla warns that some ads might slip through the net because some websites serve ads in ways that are not covered by the current filter list". Finally making the switch (Image credit: Mozilla) Although
Safai on iOS can block website pop-ups , it doesnt have a built-in ad blocker and requires you to use a third-party extension if you want to shut down annoying ads. With Firefox gaining this functionality natively, Mozilla has given its browser a leg up over the competition and has given me a strong reason to switch. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

And since Im a strong believer in user privacy its robust privacy stance is one reason why Ive stuck with Firefox for so long this is exactly the type
of feature that appeals to me. Given how invasive ads and trackers are , blocking them is a priority for me.

Ive long stuck with Safari due to inertia. I have a lot of tabs open on Apple s browser and dont want to lose most of them. But with my beloved Firefox adding a built-in ad blocker on iOS, tab hoarding feels like a bad reason to stick with Safari.

Now could be the time to finally kick that inertia and make the switch. If
you hate website ads and want to look out for your privacy, Firefox just gave you a great reason to give it a try. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. The best antivirus for all budgets Our top picks, based on real-world testing and comparisons

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