Ghostery and uBlock Origin Lite - a comparison

What is uBlock Origin Lite?

uBlock Origin Lite is a simplified version of uBlock Origin that works with Manifest V3, a new set of rules that limits ad blocker extensions on Chromium browsers like Chrome, Edge, Opera, and Vivaldi. It uses less memory and has a simple privacy slider, but it also has fewer features and filter lists. It only blocks ads and trackers based on static lists and cannot remove hard-to-block ads or give users fine control over each site.

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What platforms does uBlock Origin Lite work on?

uBlock Origin Lite is only available on the Chrome webstore, but the extension is still compatible with the following browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Chromium
• Microsoft Edge
• Opera
• Firefox

How does uBlock Origin Lite compare to Ghostery?

User Interface

Ghostery has a sleek and modern design that shows you how many trackers are blocked on each site and lets you see what trackers and ads are detected on each page. Ghostery works without having to adjust any settings.

uBlock Origin Lite has a simpler, minimalist interface that shows a slider of what the default filter mode is. It is set to optimal on all sites by default, but users can switch to no filtering, basic, and complete.

If you want to block hard-to-block ads like YouTube ads, you will need to change your default filtering mode to Complete. However, even with this change, uBlock Origin Lite will struggle to block some ads and trackers as well as its predecessor, uBlock Origin.

Control Options

Ghostery and uBlock Origin Lite are extensions that block most ads and trackers that collect data from users.

Ghostery gives more details about the trackers it blocks, so users can have the best online privacy protection.

Privacy

Your privacy is protected by Ghostery and uBlock Origin Lite, which block ads and trackers that collect your data. Neither extension collects personal data. However, Ghostery also includes Never-Consent, which automatically opts out of all tracking cookies and removes annoying pop-ups on websites.

uBlock Origin Lite and Ghostery are both open source, so anyone can check their code. They also have active global communities that provide regular updates to improve their extensions.

Speed

Both Ghostery and uBlock Origin Lite improve your browsing speed by blocking ads and trackers that slow down web pages. This makes your device work faster and smoother. Your device also uses less energy, as its CPU and memory don’t have to work as hard during the loading process.

What are the pros and cons of uBlock Origin?

Pros

• Web pages load faster
• Allows users to customize how much they want filtered using a simple slider

Cons

• Does not block unwanted content thoroughly by default
• Not available for Safari

What are the pros and cons of Ghostery?

Pros

• Automatically blocks most advertisements, trackers, and cookie pop-ups
• Available to download on multiple devices, including iPhone

Cons

• Some users may not find the additional tracker information useful

Summary

Ghostery and uBlock Origin Lite are both browser extensions that can block ads and trackers and improve your online privacy and speed. However, they have some differences in their design, functionality, and compatibility. Ghostery has a user-friendly and informative interface and blocks more unwanted content by default. It also offers additional tools like Private Search and Private Browser. uBlock Origin Lite has a simpler and minimalist interface and requires users to adjust their filtering mode. It is only available for Chromium-based browsers.

Take control of your digital privacy today!

Compared to opting out or cookie blocking, downloading the Ghostery Privacy Suite is a more efficient way of enhancing your online privacy.

Get in touch with our team if you have any questions - we are always happy to help!