Better Blocker 2018.1 Access

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

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

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. Better Blocker 2018.1

: Users gained the ability to see the specific version and last update timestamp for the active blocking rules.

: The "Better" app was eventually removed from sale and is no longer actively maintained.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 was built as a free and

The 2018.1 version introduced several structural and design updates intended to make the app more sustainable and user-friendly:

: It utilized a custom "Inspector" tool to identify and block trackers that profile user behavior for behavioral advertising. Legacy and Current Status : Users gained the ability to see the

The primary goal of the "Better" project was to provide a "no-bullshit" alternative to mainstream ad-blockers that are often funded by the ad-tech industry. Key Features and Changes in 2018.1