BlockBear!

BlockBear!

Block ads and save data

2.7K ratings
344 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 18, 2015
  • February 13, 2018

Features

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About

Browse the web without annoying ads and reclaim valuable screen space. This app significantly speeds up website loading times, conserves bandwidth, and protects your privacy from online trackers. Easily manage ad blocking preferences and whitelist favorite sites.

Blocks all ad types
Removes website clutter
Speeds up website loading
Saves bandwidth
Protects privacy from tracking
Customizable blocking options
Safari extension for whitelisting
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What's New in BlockBear!

1.3.1

February 13, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • Fixed an embearassing bug that caused BlockBear to ask you to download block list updates, even when none were available.

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User reviews

Block Bear works

Block Bear works finally something that got rid of the annoying full screen scrolling ad on Facebook!!!

Just came across this site two days ago

It’s early days but it’s looking very hopeful already for been the best site yet

Gotta say

Probably Make block ads to the disable Adblocker Ads

Does the job

Simple to use and gets the job done without constantly telling you it’s doing it. Fabby!

It was good

Love it

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Whitelist functionality not working as expected

Bug

Causes Safari pages to load blank

Bug

Blocks YouTube ads inconsistently

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Dark mode app icon

Feature

Ability to easily enable/disable on specific sites

Feature

Integration with other browsers (e.g. Chrome)

Feature

FAQ

What does BlockBear! do?

BlockBear! is an adblocking app designed to provide a cleaner and faster web browsing experience. It blocks various types of ads, removes website clutter, and helps protect your privacy from online tracking.

How does BlockBear! improve browsing speed?

By blocking ads and other non-essential website elements, BlockBear! reduces the amount of data that needs to be downloaded and processed. This allows many websites to load significantly faster, often 3-5 times quicker than without the app.

Is BlockBear! free to use?

Yes, BlockBear! is a free application. It does not have any associated costs for download or use, and it does not display ads within the app itself.

Can I choose which ads to block?

Yes, the app allows you to choose to block any combination of ads, online tracking, and social buttons with a simple switch. This gives you control over your browsing experience and what content is filtered.

How can I whitelist a website with BlockBear!?

BlockBear! includes a convenient Safari extension that allows you to easily whitelist your favorite websites. This means you can disable ad blocking for specific sites you wish to support or that may have issues with ad blockers.