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Ghostery vs uBlock Origin
Both stand on ad blockers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source AndroidExtensioniPhone+3
Ghostery combines blocking controls with visibility into tracking activity and cookie consent tools. Mobile users should check browser support first, particularly on Android, where Chrome is not supported.
Visit Ghostery Free plan Open source Android
uBlock Origin combines default content blocking with user-controlled lists and custom filters. Its browser support varies, and Thunderbird use is limited to feeds.
Visit uBlock OriginThe facts
| Ghostery | uBlock Origin | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Ghostery | Not published |
| Website | ghostery.com | github.com |
| On ad blockers | #1 of 48 | #3 of 48 |
Ghostery: what it does well
- Core ad blocking and tracker protection are free.
- Open-source extension with broad browser support.
- Can be installed on as many devices as users like.
- Never-Consent sends opt-out signals on supported websites.
What to know first
- Chrome for Android does not support Ghostery extensions.
- Private Search is currently in closed beta.
- Mobile support is limited to specific browsers.
uBlock Origin: what it does well
- Blocks ads, trackers, popups and malware sites by default
- Supports custom rules using EasyList syntax
- Includes basic and advanced popup interfaces
- Available for desktop and Android Firefox
What to know first
- The page advises against using it with another content blocker
- Thunderbird blocking applies to feeds, not email
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