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Description
JSK Shield is a free and open-source tool designed to block ads and trackers on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, and is distributed under the GPL-3.0 license. It effectively eliminates ads, tracking scripts, and bothersome consent banners by utilizing EasyList, EasyPrivacy, and cookie-notice filters, functioning immediately upon installation without the need for an account or any setup.
Unlike many other ad blockers that require users to place their trust in them, JSK Shield provides transparency by allowing users to verify its functionality. Operating entirely on the user’s device, it ensures that there is no data collection or telemetry, and it does not include a paid allowlist, meaning advertisers cannot pay to bypass its protections.
What sets JSK Shield apart is its approach to breakage; while other blockers simply display a number of blocked requests, JSK Shield provides detailed information about the blocked request, including the specific filter rule that applied and its source list, enabling users to allow that request on a particular site with just one click. Additionally, when a webpage encounters issues due to blocking, JSK Shield offers guided recovery options that prioritize the least disruptive solutions first, enhancing user experience while maintaining robust ad and tracker blocking.
Description
Pie is a web-based platform focused on its flagship offering, Pie Adblock, which is a complimentary extension that empowers users to have more control over their internet browsing by eliminating bothersome advertisements while allowing selective interaction with certain ads. The extension efficiently eradicates a variety of ads in real-time, encompassing pre-roll video advertisements on services like YouTube, mid-roll ads on Twitch, pop-ups, banners, cookie notifications, and other annoying distractions, leading to a more streamlined and quicker online experience. Additionally, it boasts sophisticated features such as evading anti-adblock pop-ups, minimizing cookie alerts, and providing ongoing updates to ensure that ads are blocked effectively as platforms change. A standout feature is its personalized approach, enabling users to whitelist particular websites or content creators to lend their support while continuing to block ads on other sites, thus customizing the ad experience to meet individual preferences. This adaptability not only enhances user satisfaction but also promotes a healthier online environment by giving people the power to choose how they engage with advertisements.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Pricing Details
Free; Family plan from $3.99
Blocking is free forever, with no account required to use it. An optional Family plan adds parental controls, content-category blocking and scheduling, starting at $3.99, with a 7-day free trial. There is no paid allowlist - advertisers cannot pay to be let through.
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
JSKAPPS
Founded
2013
Country
India
Website
www.jskapps.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Pie
Country
United States
Website
www.pie.org