Should I use an ad blocker?

There are many reasons to consider using an ad blocker: For privacy, to block trackers that follow your browsing and target you with the same ads over and over again For speed, to speed up your browsing experience For a cleaner web experience, to minimize many of the ads that can clutter a web page For protection, to block potentially malicious advertisements (known as malvertising )

In addition to blocking ads, what else does Malwarebytes Browser Guard do?

Malwarebytes Browser Guard not only blocks ads and trackers, it gives you an additional layer of security for your web browser. Many threats are delivered specifically through web browsers. Browser Guard will block certain websites suspected of compromising your online safety. It’s not a replacement for real-time protection provided by other Malwarebytes products, but an additional browser protection.

Can I use Browser Guard to just block ads?

Yes, in the settings screen, you can choose to turn off features you don’t want to use. You can just use the ads/trackers blocking feature to block third-party ads and trackers. You can toggle these settings on and off all from the settings screen.

How do I check my ad blocker?

With Malwarebytes Browser Guard, navigate to the Statistics screen to see how many ads/trackers have been blocked in the last 30 days. You can also check the amount of malware, scams, and PUPs blocked, and toggle the date range to view stats for different time periods.

Can I get an ad blocker and antivirus/anti-malware protection?

Yes, Malwarebytes offers antivirus /anti-malware protection for Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, and Chromebook. Malwarebytes Browser Guard is free to download, and you can try Malwarebytes security products free before buying.

Ad blocker

Ad blocker to block ads and tracking
cookies for improved online privacy

Blocks annoying ads in your browser

Browser Guard is free to use and removes annoying ads that often point to content of questionable value.

Browse up to 4x faster

Speeds up how fast web pages display by blocking third-party ads and other unwanted content, saving your sanity and bandwidth.

Protects your privacy

Blocks third-party ad trackers that follow you around the Internet and target you with the same ads over and over again.

Stops malware in your browser

Blocks web pages that contain malware, stops in-browser cryptojackers (unwanted cryptocurrency miners), and gives other malicious content the boot.

Stop trackers and scams

The faster, safer and more
private online browsing

Malwarebytes Browser Guard:

Blocks ads & loads pages faster

Speeds up how fast web pages display by blocking ads and other unwanted content, providing a cleaner experience and increased bandwidth.

Puts the hurt on tech support scammers

Identifies and stops browser lockers, browser hijackers, and other scare tactics tech support scammers use to con you out of money.

Protects your privacy

Blocks trackers that follow you around the Internet and target you with the same ads over and over again.

Stops malware in your browser

Blocks web pages that contain malware, stops in-browser cryptojackers (unwanted cryptocurrency miners), and gives other malicious content the boot.

Ad Blocker Features:

• Advertising/tracker protection: Blocks third-party ads and trackers that monitor your online activity. The number of blocked ads & blocked trackers for a website will show beside the Malwarebytes logo in your browser.

• Scam protection: Blocks online scams, including technical support scams, browser lockers, and phishing.

• Browser-level malware protection: Blocks malicious programs or code that can damage your system.

• Protection against XSS Malicious Remote Script Injection.

Don’t take our word for it

“Like it. Have not gotten a single ‘Tech Support’ browser lock since installing this. Saved what little is left of my sanity.”

‒ Matt B.
Chrome Web Store

“I use these on multiple browsers. It works great, especially at preventing me from visiting websites that have trojans and crypto hidden in them.”

‒ Jean O.
Chrome Web Store

“This is the best browser safety extension by a country mile, in comparison to the others this one actually works and on top of that it doesn’t slow you down—5/5. A fantastic Add-on.”

‒ John G.
Firefox Add-ons

FAQ

Tech specs

Supported browsers

Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari

Language supported

English

Ad blocker 2025

for Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Safari browsers