Better Blocker 2018.1 Apr 2026

: The "Exceptions" list was renamed to the "Do Not Block" list for clearer functionality.

: The "Better" app was eventually removed from sale and is no longer actively maintained. The developers cited challenges with Apple's developer account policies and technical shifts (humorously referred to as "fruit poisoning") as reasons for the app's closure. Better Blocker 2018.1

: Following the app's retirement, the developers recommended 1Blocker as a primary alternative for Safari users seeking robust privacy protections. Other popular alternatives in the privacy space include Privacy Badger and Ghostery . Better: Home : The "Exceptions" list was renamed to the

: Users gained the ability to see the specific version and last update timestamp for the active blocking rules. : Following the app's retirement, the developers recommended

: The update refined the user interface to be more consistent and intuitive across both iOS and macOS versions.

: Better was built as a free and open-source project, with its source code hosted on GitLab.

The release, developed by Laura Kalbag and Aral Balkan of the Small Technology Foundation , was a significant update to their independent, non-commercial privacy tool for Safari on iOS and macOS.