PeekURL

PeekURL

PeekURL is a privacy-focused web browser that allows users to visit websites without being tracked. It blocks ads, analytics trackers, and more to protect user privacy.
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PeekURL: Privacy-Focused Web Browsers

A privacy-focused web browser blocking ads, analytics trackers and more to protect user privacy

What is PeekURL?

PeekURL is a privacy-focused web browser designed to allow users to browse the internet without being tracked. It is built on top of Chromium and blocks ads, analytics trackers, cookies, fingerprinting attempts and more in order to protect user privacy.

Some key features of PeekURL include:

  • Built-in ad blocker that removes ads from websites to improve page load speeds and eliminate privacy-invasive advertising trackers
  • Tracker blocker that prevents companies from collecting data on your browsing behavior for targeted advertising
  • Anti-fingerprinting technology that stops websites from gathering info to uniquely identify your device
  • Secure HTTPS connections enforced for many sites to keep browsing encrypted
  • Search done over an encrypted connection to a privacy-focused search engine
  • Automatic cookie cleaner that wipes tracking cookies after each browsing session

PeekURL is available as a browser extension for Chrome and Firefox, along with Android and iOS mobile apps. It offers users granular control over what gets blocked, including custom blacklist capabilities. With its privacy protections and customizations, PeekURL allows users to take control over their web browsing data.

PeekURL Features

Features

  1. Private browsing mode
  2. Blocks trackers and ads
  3. Prevents websites from fingerprinting your browser
  4. Built-in VPN
  5. Customizable settings

Pricing

  • Freemium

Pros

Enhances privacy while browsing

Blocks ads for less cluttered browsing

Lightweight and fast

Easy to use interface

Cons

Limited extension support

VPN only available in paid plans

Less customizable than other browsers


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