# Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari — Block & delete site trackers

> Safari extension to block specific website cookies and manage storage. (iPhone/iPad app by Sufiyan Yasa.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookie-dnt-privacy-for-safari/id1594049656 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sufiyan Yasa](https://appshunter.io/developer/439511524)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: Korean, German (Germany), American English, Japanese, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2021-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookie-dnt-privacy-for-safari/id1594049656/reviews.md

## What is Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari?

Cookie DNT gives you per-site control over cookies in Safari — block, clear, and manage tracking cookies automatically, on exactly the sites you choose.

Safari's built-in cookie settings are all-or-nothing. Cookie DNT fills the gap: install it as a Safari extension and decide per site whether cookies get stored or wiped. You stay in control without thinking about it.


HOW IT WORKS

Cookie DNT runs entirely on your device. When you visit a site, the extension checks your rules and automatically clears cookies, localStorage, sessionStorage, and IndexedDB. No data is sent to any server. No account. No subscription.

A note on the permission prompt: Safari requires all extensions to request access to websites in order to function — this is Apple's standard requirement, not specific to Cookie DNT. The dialog that says "can access browsing history" is Apple's generic wording for this permission; it simply means the extension can see which site you're on so it can apply your rules. Nothing leaves your device. You can verify this yourself: check Settings → Privacy & Security → App Privacy Report and you will find zero outbound connections from Cookie DNT, unless you opt into the optional cookie blocklist described below.


TWO BLOCKING MODES

Selective mode — the default. Cookies are allowed everywhere until you decide otherwise. Toggle individual sites on or off directly from the extension popup as you browse. Use this if you want targeted cookie clearing without affecting your general browsing.

Block All mode — cookies are blocked everywhere by default. Add trusted sites to your whitelist to allow cookies only where you need them. This is the strongest setting and works well for users who want automatic cookie deletion across the web with minimal ongoing management.


FEATURES

- Blocks and auto-deletes cookies, localStorage, sessionStorage, and IndexedDB per site
- Selective mode or Block All mode with whitelist support
- Configurable clear timer — wipe cookies after a delay or instantly on tab close
- iCloud sync — your site list and settings follow you across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Automatically clears cookie consent data and tracking cookies
- Optional cookie blocklist — enable in Settings to apply a developer-curated list of known tracking cookie names
- No account required, no subscription, no data collection


PRIVACY

Cookie DNT collects nothing. All processing happens on your device. The app has no server and sends no analytics.

If you enable the optional cookie blocklist in Settings, the app makes one outbound request to download the list. No personal data is included — it is a plain file download. This feature is off by default.


LIMITATION

HTTPOnly cookies cannot be deleted by Safari extensions. This is a Safari security restriction that applies to all third-party extensions, not specific to Cookie DNT.

## Key features

- Block specific website cookies
- Delete cookies on allowed list
- Does not track user activity
- iCloud synchronization
- Manage cookie storage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cookie-dnt-privacy-for-safari/id1594049656/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Says it doesn’t track but it does

*2026-06-25*

It says here it doesn’t track what you do but when you install it it says you have to send to them all your browsing history. Not cool.

**Developer response:** Thank you for flagging this — it's a completely valid concern. The permission prompt you saw ("can access browsing history") is Apple's standard dialog shown for every Safari extension, because without it the extension can't detect which site you're on to apply your rules. Cookie DNT never collects or transmits any data — everything runs entirely on your device with no server, no analytics, and no account. The one exception: if you opt into the remote cookie list feature in Settings, the app fetches an external blocklist — but even then, no personal data is sent, only a plain download request. If you'd like to verify this, Apple's Privacy Report in Settings → Privacy & Security shows all network connections your apps make. You won't find any unexpected connections from Cookie DNT. We really appreciate you taking privacy seriously — that's exactly why this app exists.

### 1/5 — Why has the enable toggle been removed?

*2026-04-28, version 2.10.74*

I use this extension in block all cookies mode (the only mode that honestly matters to me) but the toggle to easily add to a site to a whitelist has been removed I so I need to manually add the address of the site to the white lost every single time. The ease of use made this app a great alternative for Safari, for the cookie auto delete app, but now that the easy to use toggle is gone on mobile I now need to find a new alternative.

### 3/5 — Potentially essential utility but there’s a lack of transparency with the updates.

*2026-02-18*

Why does this app/extension have such frequent updates but the release notes are always identical? Hard to tell if this is an attempt to game the ratings or if there are real changes happening here that are just not being disclosed in the notes. If it’s just improvements and bugfixes then the developer should be transparent about it. But there’s been a lot of updates with the exact same vague release notes and it isn’t very reassuring for an app that requires user trust.

**Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to review. I'd love to hear more about what could make this better. Feel free to reach out to me@sufiyanyasa.com!

### 4/5 — Nifty extension to selectively block cookies

*2026-02-08*

I’ve been looking for this kind of functionality in Safari for a long time, so I’m glad someone finally built it. The ability to selectively and automatically block cookies from specific websites is incredibly useful. I especially appreciate the option to block all cookies while whitelisting only the sites you want to allow.

That said, getting this to work smoothly with sign-in–heavy services like Gmail (and other sites that rely on multiple domains) can be tricky. The app clearly has a lot of power, but it would really benefit from clearer documentation and step-by-step guidance explaining how it works and how to configure it effectively. Right now, the changelog is the main way to understand how features have evolved, which isn’t ideal for new users.

With better user-facing documentation, this would easily be a five-star app. I’m excited to see how it continues to evolve alongside changing web and privacy technologies.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! Happy to hear it's working well. Feel free to reach out to me@sufiyanyasa.com if you have any suggestions to make it even better.

### 5/5 — Works Great!

*2026-01-17*

This extension does exactly what it claims and does it cleanly. Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari works by enforcing Do Not Track rules at the browser level and automatically blocking or deleting cookies on a per site basis instead of relying on Safari’s blunt global settings. You decide which sites can store cookies and which get wiped the moment you close the tab or page.

It runs quietly in the background with no popups, no dashboards to babysit, and no broken websites. Once configured, it continuously removes tracking cookies, limits cross site tracking, and keeps Safari sessions clean without slowing anything down. Settings sync across devices via iCloud, and the app itself collects no data. It feels like a missing native Safari feature rather than a third party add on.

And for anyone clutching a smartphone while loudly complaining that apps collect user data, give me a break. Carrying a modern phone and pretending you live off grid is pure self parody. Tools like this exist for people who actually understand the game and choose to limit the damage instead of playing the fool.

**Developer response:** Wow - Thank you for this review. 
Definitely I posting this to my wall

### 2/5 — Good and bad

*2026-01-08*

I've been a user since the beginning. The application roots are great, it works fine. However there are still bugs but the support is inexistant.

**Developer response:** Sorry to hear you're having trouble. One thing to try: force quit Safari and enable the extension again. Let me know if that helps! You can also reach out to me@sufiyanyasa.com if the issue persists.

### 4/5 — Now works! But

*2025-04-02, version 2.10.19*

Now is working pretty well, don’t know if something has changed, or just learned how to use it. Specifically I use in “Block all cookies” mode, and then whitelist specific sites for which I am okay keeping cookies. However the only issue I am having, is with google account, sometimes, but not always, a weird page telling me that google needs me to allow all the cookies appears. And I actually whitelisted all possible google sites, “account.google” “www.google” and so on… and still I get this message from time to time.

### 5/5 — Working on iOS 18

*2024-10-12*

Thanks! Finally one working with the new iOS!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback

### 5/5 — Great idea, well executed

*2024-09-25, version 2.9.29*

I’ve been using this app for a couple of weeks now, it works exactly as described. The fact that my data isn’t being sold on the back end is great, and quite rare these days. There has been a few sites where the functionality breaks without cookies but it’s real simple to disable cookie deletion on a site by site basis. Great app, thanks to the dev for nailing it.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2024-01-28, version 2.9.9*

Light and affective

## Frequently asked questions about Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari

### Does Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari have ads?

No, Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari is ad-free. It is a paid application that does not display advertisements to users.

### What is the price of Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari?

Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari costs $2.99. This is a one-time purchase for the application.

### What devices support Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari?

Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It functions as a Safari extension on these Apple devices.

### How often is Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari updated?

The latest version, 2.10.71, was released on March 31, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing support and development.

### What is the age rating for Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari?

Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

### Can Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari delete HTTPONLY cookies?

No, Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari has a limitation where it is unable to delete HTTPONLY cookies. Other cookie types and storage can be managed.

### How does Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari compare to Safari's built-in settings?

Safari's settings apply cookie blocking globally, while Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari allows users to manage which specific sites can install cookies, offering more granular control.

### What is the user sentiment for Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari?

Users generally have a positive sentiment towards Cookie DNT Privacy for Safari, as indicated by its high rating of 4.6 stars from 9 ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.10.92 — 2026-08-26

General Improvements

This release focuses on stability - smoother clean-up runs and a more consistent experience across all your sites.

### 2.10.91 — 2026-08-18

General Improvements

We refined how CookieCleaner handles cleanup in the background, improving stability and overall consistency.

### 2.10.90 — 2026-08-11

Bug Fixes

* Fixed: The hours setting in the timer now works correctly — setting 1 hour previously only waited 60 seconds instead of 1 hour

### 2.10.89 — 2026-08-04

Bug Fixes

* Fixed: The hours setting in the timer now works correctly — setting 1 hour previously only waited 60 seconds instead of 1 hour

### 2.10.88 — 2026-07-28

Bug Fixes

* Fixed: The hours setting in the timer now works correctly — setting 1 hour previously only waited 60 seconds instead of 1 hour

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