Blacklist Host File Alternatives

Blacklist Host File is described as 'A well-maintained and curated host file containing domains that serve ads, tracking scripts and malware. Each domain is tested and verified before addding to the list. Any reported false positives will be removed as soon as possible' and is an website. There are nine alternatives to Blacklist Host File, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Self-Hosted, AdGuard, uBlock Origin and AdBlock apps. The best Blacklist Host File alternative is Unified hosts file with base extensions, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Blacklist Host File are FilterLists, OISD, DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar and EasyList.

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    Consolidating and extending hosts files from several well-curated sources. Optionally pick extensions for porn, social media, and other categories.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
    • Unified hosts file with base extensions is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Blacklist Host File.

    • Unified hosts file with base extensions is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Blacklist Host File.

    • Unified hosts file with base extensions is Free and Open SourceBlacklist Host File is also Free and Open Source
    • Unified hosts file with base extensions is Privacy focusedBlacklist Host File is not according to our users
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    FilterLists is the independent, comprehensive directory of filter and host lists for advertisements, trackers, malware, and annoyances.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    The blocklist prevents your devices from connecting to unwanted or harmful domains. It reduces ads, decreases the risk of malware, and enhances privacy.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar is a best-in-class, automatically-generated data set about trackers that are made available for research and generating block lists.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
    • DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Blacklist Host File.

    • DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar is Free and Open SourceBlacklist Host File is also Free and Open Source
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    The EasyList filter lists are sets of rules originally designed for Adblock that automatically remove unwanted content from the internet, including annoying adverts, bothersome banners and troublesome tracking.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • uBlock Origin
    • AdBlock
    • Adblock Plus
    • AdGuard
     
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    These lists were created because the founder of the project wanted something with a little more control over what is being blocked. Many lists are all or nothing. We set out to create lists with more control over what is being blocked.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • AdGuard
     
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    DNS-Blocklists: For a better internet - keep the internet clean!.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Advanced DNS filter/blocklists for privacy, security, and clean browsing.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Automatically updated, moderated and optimized lists for blocking ads, trackers, malware and other garbage.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
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