Ad blocker for iPhone

Spam and ad blocker for iPhone and iOS devices

Get a peace of mind with our iPhone ad and spam blocker - blocks annoying ads, spam calls and texts on your iPhone and iPad.

Block ads, spam calls & filter out spam texts on your iPhone and iPad

Put a stop to annoying ads and spam calls and texts on your iPhone with Malwarebytes for iOS

Our Ad blocker for iPhone will help you block ads, spam calls and spam texts on your iOS device, including iPhone and iPad. Get rid of annoying pop-ups, ads, targeted marketing campaigns, ad banners and more. Protect your iPhone privacy and limit the bandwidth use, improve the speed of your device and save the iPhone and iPad battery life.

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Malwarebytes Ad Blocker for iPhone and iOS includes:

Spam call blocking

Call Protection is an advanced call blocker that identifies calls from a list of known scammers. It also catches spam calls that use a trick called “spoofing” to make their number appear similar to yours.

Text message filtering

Text Message Filtering identifies suspicious texts and sends them to a junk tab in your Messages app. It works by comparing the number to a list of known scammers and detecting links to malicious sites.

Ad blocking

Ad Blocking stops Safari from loading ads when you browse the Internet. It also blocks ad trackers, which watch your behavior online.

Protection from scam websites

Web Protection blocks websites that contain ransomware, phishing scams, and other online threats when you use Safari.

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How to turn on Ad Blocker for iPhone

in Malwarebytes for iOS

To turn on ad blocking on iPhone or iPad, follow these steps below:

  1. Open Malwarebytes for iOS. Next to Ad Blocking, tap Activate.
  2. Instructions display on how to enable Malwarebytes - Ad Blocking for your Safari browser. 
  3. Open your device's Settings. Scroll down, then tap Safari.
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  4. Scroll down to the General section, then tap Extensions.
  5. To enable Malwarebytes as an ad blocker, toggle on Malwarebytes - Ad Blocking.

All-in-one security for iOS

Get all the extra iOS security you need in one app. Protect yourself from online threats and put a stop to annoying spam calls and texts. Browse the web with confidence and focus on the messages that matter.

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Also available for iOS:
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Malwarebytes Privacy VPN is available for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.

FAQ

To block spam calls, Apple support says: You can use Silence Unknown Callers or a third-party app to block spam calls on your iPhone. iOS 13 and later includes their Silence Unknown Caller feature to avoid getting calls from people you don't know. However, rather than silencing all unknown callers, you can use Malwarebytes for iOS to block calls from known and suspected scammers. The Call Protection feature in Malwarebytes for iOS is an advanced call blocker that identifies calls from a list of known scammers. It also catches spam calls that use a trick called “spoofing” to make their number appear similar to yours. 

While there are a number of iPhone call blocker apps on the market, Malwarebytes for iOS gives you not only spam call blocking, but also spam text filtering, ad blocking, and protection from scam websites in one convenient app. Learn more about Malwarebytes for iOS

Malwarebytes for iOS includes: 

  • Call Protection: Call Protection is an advanced call blocker that identifies calls from a list of known scammers. It also catches spam calls that use a trick called “spoofing” to make their number appear similar to yours. Avoid annoying calls or block them altogether by adjusting your settings.
  • Text Message Filtering: Text Message Filtering identifies suspicious texts and sends them to a junk tab in your Messages app. It works by comparing the number to a list of known scammers and detecting links to malicious sites. Focus on messages that matter and ignore annoying scams.
  • Ad Blocking: Ad Blocking stops Safari from loading ads when you browse the Internet. It also blocks ad trackers, which watch your behavior online. Enjoy a faster, more private Safari experience.
  • Web Protection: Web Protection blocks websites that contain ransomware, phishing scams, and other online threats when you use Safari. Browse the Internet without worrying about accidentally visiting a fraudulent site. If you tap a suspicious link, Web Protection will stop it from loading.

Yes, Malwarebytes Privacy VPN can be used on iPhones and iPads, as well as Android, Windows, and Mac. 

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