This community guide collects recommendations for improving security and privacy on macOS.
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24 alternativesW Block
vsSanta
W Block vs Santa
How do W Block and Santa compare? Here are the facts side by side: pricing, platforms, open-source status and what each one is for.
| Directory detail | W Block | Santa |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Block ads in Safari on Apple devices with wBlock, an open-source blocker that includes lists, scripts, and styles. | Authorize binary execution and file access on macOS with Santa, a system extension and policy tool. |
| Website | ||
| Type | Open-source project | Open-source project |
| Topic | ||
| Pricing | Free | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | iOS, macOS | macOS |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Language | English | English |
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