Death To _blank

Death To _blank

Prevent unwanted tabs

1 ratings
1 review
Free

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About

This utility prevents unwanted new tabs from opening when you click links. It modifies links to open in the current tab, enhancing browsing efficiency. It also handles other attributes that force links to open in new pages.

Removes '_blank' attribute from links
Forces links to open in the current tab
Handles other 'target' values like 'new'
Improves browsing efficiency
Ported from Chrome extension
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What's New in Death To _blank

1.3

October 17, 2025

Compatible with iOS 26

User reviews

I love this so much

Oh my god. Thank you for making this. My safari was opening every single link in a new tab, which was incredibly annoying and there is no option to turn it off, so I was winding up with tons of tabs. This simply stops it from opening new tabs constantly.

For anyone else using it, I had to reload pages and hit save on settings before it started working, but it did the trick.

Thank you so much for making this!!
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Response from developer

Thank you for your review, I really appreciate it. Also, sorry for the late reply, I'm glad to hear that you like this app that I ported from Web Extensions. Your advice about the loading issue will be helpful for my development. I have not been able to solve the problem yet, but I hope to do so in the future. Also, this app is now compatible with visionOS. If you are interested and have Apple Vision Pro, please install that as well.

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FAQ

What does Death To _blank do?

Death To _blank prevents links from opening in new tabs by removing the '_blank' attribute. This ensures most links will open directly in your current tab, streamlining your browsing experience.

Does Death To _blank have ads?

No, Death To _blank does not contain advertisements. It is a free utility designed to enhance your browsing without interruption.

What devices does Death To _blank support?

Death To _blank is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and RealityDevice. This broad compatibility allows users to maintain consistent browsing behavior across their Apple ecosystem.

How often is Death To _blank updated?

The latest version, 1.3, was released on October 17, 2025. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the app has seen recent updates, indicating ongoing development and support.

What is the age rating for Death To _blank?

Death To _blank has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain any mature content.

Is Death To _blank free to use?

Yes, Death To _blank is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with this utility.

What other 'target' values does Death To _blank handle?

In addition to '_blank', Death To _blank also removes other 'target' values that can cause links to open in new pages, such as 'blank' and 'new'.

What is the user sentiment for Death To _blank?

Based on available data, Death To _blank has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from one review, suggesting a highly positive user experience.