Search Ban is a Safari extension designed to declutter Google search results by allowing users to block specific websites. The app emphasizes a privacy-first approach, performing all filtering locally on the device without data collection or telemetry.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Safari users seeking to improve search quality by removing spam or unwanted websites from their results.
What does it look like?
Key features
Filters search results directly on the user's device without sending data to external servers.
Operates without tracking usage history, app analytics, or telemetry.
Detects system theme settings to display the appropriate tutorial video.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Maintenance developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: maintenance.
Who built it?
Tony Sundharam
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Wisp: Full Screen Browser
Roro: Safety App + Magic SOSUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for Search Ban: Filter Results
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Key takeaways for Search Ban: Filter Results
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers a simple, privacy-focused solution for filtering search results, user feedback indicates potential issues with blocking reliability and cross-device UI consistency.
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