Ka-Block!

Name: Ka-Block!
Rating: 4.2 (217 reviews)
Author: David Graham & Josh Peek

By: David Graham & Josh Peek App

Open-source ad blocking

Overview

Version:

3.5

Last updated: 2021-11-06

Features & Capabilities

Ka-Block! is an open-source content blocker for Safari that blocks ads and tracking scripts from slowing the pages you visit.

Blocking third-party trackers helps pages load faster, use less data, and conserve battery life. Ka-Block! ships with a fast, curated filter list and is also available for Safari on Mac. Privacy and performance on the web matter—Ka-Block! helps protect both.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Open Source Privacy & Security Content

By:

David Graham & Josh Peek

Rating:

4.20

(217)

Version:

3.5 Last updated: 2021-11-06

Version code:

845171543

Creation date:

2015-09-24

Compatible devices:

Size:

7.81MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-10

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 104,560 ▼ 9

Other rankings

#36 in ad spy keyword 22 ▼ 4#77 in block explorer keyword 2 ▲

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Developed by:

David Graham & Josh Peek

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ka-block/id1037173557

Website:

http://kablock.com

User Reviews

Ka-Block! is a free, open-source ad blocker that many users find effective and lightweight, often blocking ads without breaking site layouts or slowing loading. However, reviews repeatedly note reliability problems: ads can slip through or not be blocked on some sites, and there are site-load issues or inconsistent performance. Common criticisms include the lack of a whitelist feature, activation problems, and the need for updates. Overall, it can work well on some sites but is inconsistent and sometimes buggy across others.

Pros

Free to use
Generally effective at blocking ads across many sites
Doesn’t break site layouts or slow loading
Open-source and privacy-friendly (per reviews noting no data collection)

Cons

Inconsistent ad blocking across sites; ads slip through or aren’t blocked on some sites
Some sites won’t load or exhibit odd behavior due to the blocker
No whitelist feature (desire for whitelisting certain sites)
Needs updates / is considered outdated; multiple requests for updates
Activation/enablement issues or unclear controls (difficulty activating or using the extension)