hBlock Reviews

hBlock Description

hBlock, a POSIX-compliant script, creates a hosts file that blocks your system from connecting to domains that are serving ads, tracking scripts, and malware. You can download the latest version of the default blocklist from our website. Or, you can create your own using the instructions on this project page. Block tracking, malware domains, and ads to improve your privacy and security. hBlock can be found in many package managers. A system timer can also be set to update the host's file regularly for new additions. Multiple options allow you to modify the default behavior of hBlock. The hBlock website offers nightly builds of the host's files, as well as other formats. Sometimes, you might need to temporarily disable the hBlock. A quick solution is to create a hosts file with no blocked domains.