: Better was built as a free and open-source project, with its source code hosted on GitLab.
: Users gained the ability to see the specific version and last update timestamp for the active blocking rules. Better Blocker 2018.1
: It utilized a custom "Inspector" tool to identify and block trackers that profile user behavior for behavioral advertising. Legacy and Current Status : Better was built as a free and
The 2018.1 version introduced several structural and design updates intended to make the app more sustainable and user-friendly: Legacy and Current Status The 2018
: The "Exceptions" list was renamed to the "Do Not Block" list for clearer functionality.
: Prior to this release, Better was priced at Tier 5 ($4.99). The developers eventually adjusted pricing to be more accessible, moving toward lower tiers to increase their reach.
The release, developed by Laura Kalbag and Aral Balkan of the Small Technology Foundation , was a significant update to their independent, non-commercial privacy tool for Safari on iOS and macOS.