adlock ☆
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Description:
Proxy-based ad blocking tool
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.1.7.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: adblock proxy privacy security networking filter
Install: brew install --cask adlock
About:
Adlock is a comprehensive proxy-based ad blocker for macOS that filters network traffic to remove ads, trackers, and malware without modifying system files. It operates at the network level, providing system-wide protection across all browsers and applications. The tool also includes privacy protection features by blocking data collection scripts and malicious domains.
Key Features:
  • Proxy-based network filtering for system-wide ad blocking
  • Malware and tracker protection with custom filter lists
  • No browser extensions required - works across all applications
  • HTTPS filtering for encrypted traffic inspection
  • Custom rules and whitelist management
Use Cases:
  • System-wide ad blocking across all browsers and applications
  • Privacy protection by blocking tracking scripts and data collectors
  • Malware prevention by filtering malicious domains
  • Parental control through content filtering
Alternatives:
  • AdGuard – Similar proxy-based approach with more extensive filter list ecosystem
  • Pi-hole – Network-wide solution requiring dedicated hardware/VM, but no client installation
  • Little Snitch – Network monitor with firewall capabilities, less focused on ad blocking
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 8, 2025 6:41pm 2.1.7.3 0 VERSION_BUMP d9e1f1f0
Aug 29, 2025 12:42pm 2.1.7.2 0 VERSION_BUMP d86e4b12
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