Cookbye vs HTTPS for Safari
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cookbye
This utility automatically accepts or hides cookie consent notices while browsing the internet. It prioritizes user privacy by not collecting any data. Enjoy a cleaner web experience with high coverage of consent banners.
- Automatic cookie consent acceptance
- Hides cookie notices
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- High web coverage (80% average)
- Legacy mode for hiding notices
- Whitelist for specific websites
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Relaxed visits websites without being bothered by cookie notices: - AUTOMATICALLY ACCEPTS CONSENTS - COOKBYE automatically accepts the annoying cookie consents for you while browsing the Internet - once activated it runs constantly in the background - PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION - COOKBYE does not record, store, or use any data, search histories or information! We value data protection and therefore always preserve the privacy of our users - HIGH WEB COVERAGE - On average, COOKBYE successfully catches 80% of cookie notices on websites. Unfortunately, not every kind of hint/consent can be recognized and combated - ALTERNATIVE LEGACY-MODE - If legacy mode is activated, cookie consents are no longer automatically accepted, instead the cookie notices are hidden in the best possible way - PAUSE WEBSITES - Manually prevent COOKBYE from running on certain pages. This whitelist is only stored locally For our users we are one click away: Chat with us on iMessage for website suggestions, technical problems or any kind of questions!
HTTPS for Safari
Automatically switches insecure web pages to secure HTTPS connections, protecting your online privacy. You can also choose to block all HTTP connections for enhanced security.
- Automatic HTTPS upgrades
- Block insecure HTTP connections
- Seamless integration
- Enhanced online privacy
- Effortless security
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Make your web browsing experience safer and more secure with HTTPS for Safari – the must-have extension for your favorite browser. Say goodbye to unsecured connections and protect your online privacy effortlessly. Automatic Security: With HTTPS for Safari, you'll never have to worry about unsecured "HTTP" pages again. Our extension works silently in the background, automatically switching insecure pages to the secure "HTTPS" alternative whenever possible. Your data stays protected, and your browsing experience remains smooth. Block Insecure Connections: For the ultimate security, enable the option to block all insecure "HTTP" connections. When this feature is active, any "HTTP" URL is instantly blocked, preventing access to potentially unsafe websites. Your online safety is our top priority. Seamless Browsing: HTTPS for Safari integrates seamlessly into your browsing experience. You won't even notice it's there until it's keeping you safe from unsecured websites. It's a simple, yet powerful, way to fortify your online activities. Upgrade your Safari browser with HTTPS for Safari today and enjoy a more secure online world. Protect your data, block insecure connections, and browse with confidence. Download now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: HTTPS for Safari at 3.5 against Cookbye's 1.0. HTTPS for Safari also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 25%) and chart position (#127 vs unranked). Cookbye's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 18 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Cookbye costs $1.99 and HTTPS for Safari $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HTTPS for Safari holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Cookbye's written reviews are positive against 50% of HTTPS for Safari's.
Cookbye ships an update every 3 weeks, HTTPS for Safari every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cookbye | HTTPS for Safari |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | $1.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (2 ratings) | 3.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 18 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #127 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Blackmite | 磊 汪 |
Customer experience
Cookbye
HTTPS for Safari
In-app purchases
Cookbye
No in-app purchases
HTTPS for Safari
No in-app purchases
Questions
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