Mozilla launches ad blocking for Firefox on iOS
Mozilla has introduced a built-in ad blocker for the Firefox browser on iOS, utilizing Apple's WebKit Content Blocker technology. The feature is disabled by default and does not block all types of advertisements, such as those served directly by websites or sponsored content.
Why it matters
This update brings Firefox into parity with other mobile browsers like Brave and Opera, reflecting a growing consumer demand for privacy-focused browsing tools on mobile devices.
Mozilla is officially launching ad blocking for Firefox on iOS today, after testing the feature over the past few weeks. The new built-in option will block most third-party ads and trackers before they load on an iPhone, reducing bandwidth use and decluttering mobile websites.
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