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What’s New Version 10.5.50
minor improvements and bug fixes
Description
Block ads, trackers, and popups on Safari. Browse 2.5X faster with Ghostery, the powerful ad blocker for iPhone, iPad, and Mac with over 100 million downloads worldwide.
FEATURES:
* Block ads and pop-ups across all websites, including YouTube and Facebook
* Stop trackers from collecting your personal data
* Automatically remove annoying cookie consent pop-ups
* Speed up page load times
* Get detailed insights on trackers for any website you visit
* Preview tracker information on search engine results before visiting a page
* Customize your browsing with whitelists for trusted sites and trackers
* Enjoy a cleaner, faster, and more private web experience
ABOUT GHOSTERY:
Ghostery is more than just an ad blocker. Our advanced privacy protection suite is powered by the world's largest tracker database, WhoTracks.Me ensuring you stay ahead of evolving online threats.
As an open-source app supported by a global community, Ghostery is committed to making the internet a safer, more private place for everyone.
WHY CHOOSE GHOSTERY?
* Easy to use: Install and start protecting your privacy in seconds
* Customizable: Fine-tune your protection levels to suit your needs
* Transparent: See exactly what trackers are blocked on each site
* Constantly updated: Our tracker database is upgraded daily
* Free and open-source: No hidden costs and fully transparent
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://www.ghostery.com/privacy-policy
Capabilities
In-App PurchasesSafari extension
Accessibility
ipadiphonemacrealityDevicetvoswatch
Version history 25 versions
Build 887650282v10.5.502026-07-01 13:06:19
minor improvements and bug fixes
Build 887341798v10.5.492026-06-24 18:55:40
* Fixed an issue where custom filters could behave incorrectly on Safari.
* Tracker reporting now accurately reflects the extension's pause state, improving the quality of tracker activity data on paused sites.
Build 886988376v10.5.472026-06-15 22:01:31
* Updated core runtime and tooling dependencies to keep browser compatibility and extension stability current across builds and error monitoring.
Build 886732935v10.5.462026-06-09 18:43:52
* Startup is now faster and more reliable on Chrome, especially on fresh launches, by avoiding long policy-service delays for users without managed policies
* Uninstall tracking has been fixed for fresh installs, improving telemetry completeness and helping maintain product quality
Build 886385642v10.5.452026-06-01 23:51:24
* Added a new "Distractions" feature with toggles to hide YouTube Shorts, Instagram/Facebook Reels, social share widgets, browser download prompts, and Google Sign-In popups
Build 886138870v10.5.442026-05-26 18:02:31
* Added a new "Distractions" feature with toggles to hide YouTube Shorts, Instagram/Facebook Reels, social share widgets, browser download prompts, and Google Sign-In popups
* New option in My Ghostery settings to disable the right-click context menu for users who prefer a cleaner browser menu
Build 885854544v10.5.432026-05-19 19:25:18
* Added a browser context menu for quick pause and resume of protection
* Improved ad-blocking performance with faster filter engine merging
Build 885561443v10.5.422026-05-12 20:22:43
Performance and stability improvements, including an updated ad-blocking engine and enhanced cookie consent handling
Build 885279860v10.5.412026-05-05 19:10:59
* Improved notification handling — Fixed edge cases where notifications could not be dismissed properly
* Better filter compatibility — Aligned filter preprocessor environments for improved compatibility
* More stable settings — Improved options page initialization for a more reliable experience on startup
Build 885079981v10.5.402026-04-29 23:30:45
* Ghostery now sends the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal to websites via autoconsent
* Resolved issues with DNR ruleset processing and CSS injection for more reliable ad-blocking
* Updated autoconsent and tracker detection databases for broader coverage
Build 884765502v10.5.392026-04-22 01:49:06
* Refreshed the Settings UI with updated components and a cleaner view structure
* Improved ad blocking accuracy with better handling of filtering rules and pseudo directives
Build 884493031v10.5.382026-04-14 19:13:37
* Improved compatibility by updating how background scripts are configured
* Added a DNR compatibility fix to better handle browsers that do not support specific rule update APIs
* General dependency and maintenance updates for better stability
Build 884239295v10.5.372026-04-07 18:06:30
* Improved how paused protection works, making the extension smoother and more efficient
* Increased overall reliability so protection features run more consistently in the background
Build 883932435v10.5.362026-03-30 22:08:08
* Added DNR preprocessors and updated DNR tooling to improve filtering behavior and rule handling
* Improved custom filters by reloading redirect protection when DNR rules are updated
* Fixed adblocker behavior for paused websites and delivered stability improvements across build, panel, and test infrastructure
Build 883706168v10.5.352026-03-24 22:12:03
* Optimized the process for updating DNR rules to occur only when necessary
* Refined the browsing assistant behavior to ensure only new domains are added during interactions
* Updated build configurations and dependencies to improve overall stability and maintenance
Build 883424176v10.5.342026-03-16 22:15:53
* Fixed issue with saving custom filters and exceptions
* Improved settings organization by separating manually and automatically adjusted websites
* Refined the tracker report view in the panel
Build 883221265v10.5.332026-03-10 21:36:39
* Improved error reporting for DNR issues
* Removed experimental filters and updated dependencies for better stability
Build 882978448v10.5.322026-03-03 20:22:08
* Updated the panel interface for better clarity.
* Improved redirect protection and updated internal dependencies to ensure the extension remains stable and performant.
Build 882742509v10.5.312026-02-24 23:13:38
* Better Ad Blocking: We've improved how filters update to ensure you have the latest protections as soon as they are available.
* Improved Custom Filters: Custom network filters now work more consistently across all platforms.
* General Fixes: Various under-the-hood improvements to keep the extension running smoothly.
Build 882562547v10.5.302026-02-19 01:25:22
* Improved file downloads on Safari, ensuring blocked tracker reports and backup exports work more smoothly
* Enhanced error handling for greater stability and a more reliable browsing experience
Build 882300460v10.5.292026-02-10 22:32:05
Bug fixes and small improvements
Build 882081635v10.5.282026-02-02 23:26:49
Bug fixes and small improvements
Build 881890943v10.5.272026-01-27 19:41:57
Bug fixes and small improvements
Build 881667974v10.5.262026-01-20 18:54:56
Bug fixes and small improvements
Build 881457207v10.5.252026-01-14 03:18:45
Bug fixes and small improvements
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Availability 75 of 75 storefronts
| Region | Language | Price | Ratings | Avg | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | en-US | Free | 190 | 4.4 | 10.5.50 |
| BR | pt-BR | Free | 11 | 4.9 | 10.5.50 |
| MX | es-MX | Free | 11 | 4.4 | 10.5.50 |
| CO | es-MX | Free | 5 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| AR | es-MX | Free | 3 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| CL | es-MX | Free | 3 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| PE | es-MX | Free | 3 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| UY | en-GB | Free | 2 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| CR | es-MX | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| GT | es-MX | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| MU | en-GB | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| NG | en-GB | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| PA | es-MX | Free | 1 | 4.0 | 10.5.50 |
| SN | en-GB | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| TZ | en-GB | Free | 1 | 5.0 | 10.5.50 |
| AG | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| AI | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| AO | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BB | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BF | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BJ | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BO | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BS | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BW | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| BZ | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| CD | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| CG | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| CI | fr-FR | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| CM | fr-FR | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| CV | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| DM | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| DO | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| DZ | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| EC | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GA | fr-FR | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GD | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GH | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GM | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GW | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| GY | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| HN | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| JM | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| KE | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| KN | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| KY | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| LC | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| LR | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| LY | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| MA | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| MG | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| ML | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| MS | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| MW | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| MZ | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| NA | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| NE | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| NI | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| PY | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| RW | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| SC | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| SL | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| SR | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| ST | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| SV | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| SZ | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| TC | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| TD | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| TN | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| TT | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| UG | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| VC | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| VE | es-MX | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| VG | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| ZM | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
| ZW | en-GB | Free | 0 | — | 10.5.50 |
Change log 29 changes · MX
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releaseNotes updated
minor improvements and bug fixes
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description updated
Block ads, trackers, and popups on Safari. Browse 2.5X faster with Ghostery, the powerful ad blocker for iPhone, iPad, and Mac with over 100 million downloads w
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subtitle updated
Faster browsing without ads!
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name updated
Ghostery Privacy Ad Blocker
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Version 10.5.50 released
minor improvements and bug fixes
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Version 10.5.49 released
* Fixed an issue where custom filters could behave incorrectly on Safari.
* Tracker reporting now accurately reflects the extension's pause state, improving the quality of tracker activity data on paused sites.
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Version 10.5.47 released
* Updated core runtime and tooling dependencies to keep browser compatibility and extension stability current across builds and error monitoring.
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Version 10.5.46 released
* Startup is now faster and more reliable on Chrome, especially on fresh launches, by avoiding long policy-service delays for users without managed policies
* Uninstall tracking has been fixed for fresh installs, improving telemetry complet
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Version 10.5.45 released
* Added a new "Distractions" feature with toggles to hide YouTube Shorts, Instagram/Facebook Reels, social share widgets, browser download prompts, and Google Sign-In popups
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Version 10.5.44 released
* Added a new "Distractions" feature with toggles to hide YouTube Shorts, Instagram/Facebook Reels, social share widgets, browser download prompts, and Google Sign-In popups
* New option in My Ghostery settings to disable the right-click co
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Version 10.5.43 released
* Added a browser context menu for quick pause and resume of protection
* Improved ad-blocking performance with faster filter engine merging
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Version 10.5.42 released
Performance and stability improvements, including an updated ad-blocking engine and enhanced cookie consent handling
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Version 10.5.41 released
* Improved notification handling — Fixed edge cases where notifications could not be dismissed properly
* Better filter compatibility — Aligned filter preprocessor environments for improved compatibility
* More stable settings — Improved op
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Version 10.5.40 released
* Ghostery now sends the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal to websites via autoconsent
* Resolved issues with DNR ruleset processing and CSS injection for more reliable ad-blocking
* Updated autoconsent and tracker detection databases for
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Version 10.5.39 released
* Refreshed the Settings UI with updated components and a cleaner view structure
* Improved ad blocking accuracy with better handling of filtering rules and pseudo directives
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Version 10.5.38 released
* Improved compatibility by updating how background scripts are configured
* Added a DNR compatibility fix to better handle browsers that do not support specific rule update APIs
* General dependency and maintenance updates for better stabi
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Version 10.5.37 released
* Improved how paused protection works, making the extension smoother and more efficient
* Increased overall reliability so protection features run more consistently in the background
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Version 10.5.36 released
* Added DNR preprocessors and updated DNR tooling to improve filtering behavior and rule handling
* Improved custom filters by reloading redirect protection when DNR rules are updated
* Fixed adblocker behavior for paused websites and deliv
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Version 10.5.35 released
* Optimized the process for updating DNR rules to occur only when necessary
* Refined the browsing assistant behavior to ensure only new domains are added during interactions
* Updated build configurations and dependencies to improve overal
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Version 10.5.34 released
* Fixed issue with saving custom filters and exceptions
* Improved settings organization by separating manually and automatically adjusted websites
* Refined the tracker report view in the panel
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Version 10.5.33 released
* Improved error reporting for DNR issues
* Removed experimental filters and updated dependencies for better stability
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Version 10.5.32 released
* Updated the panel interface for better clarity.
* Improved redirect protection and updated internal dependencies to ensure the extension remains stable and performant.
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Version 10.5.31 released
* Better Ad Blocking: We've improved how filters update to ensure you have the latest protections as soon as they are available.
* Improved Custom Filters: Custom network filters now work more consistently across all platforms.
* General Fi
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Version 10.5.30 released
* Improved file downloads on Safari, ensuring blocked tracker reports and backup exports work more smoothly
* Enhanced error handling for greater stability and a more reliable browsing experience
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Version 10.5.29 released
Bug fixes and small improvements
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Version 10.5.28 released
Bug fixes and small improvements
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Version 10.5.27 released
Bug fixes and small improvements
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Version 10.5.26 released
Bug fixes and small improvements
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Version 10.5.25 released
Bug fixes and small improvements