Guides & Tutorials
Learn how to take control of your Mac's network privacy, block distractions, and secure your system.
How to Block Gambling Sites
A complete guide to self-exclusion on macOS. Learn how to block betting sites system-wide using the hosts file.
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Block Social Media (Hard Mode)
Stop doomscrolling on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Compare manual terminal edits vs. native focus tools.
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Stop Adobe Background Processes
Prevent Creative Cloud from draining your battery and sending telemetry. A guide for creatives.
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Block Pornography on Mac
Free system-wide parental control. Compare DNS filters vs. hosts file blocking.
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Block Windows & Google Telemetry
Stop Microsoft Office and Chrome from phoning home. A privacy shield guide.
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Block Fake News & Clickbait
Clean up your news feed by blocking known misinformation domains system-wide.
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Malware Firewall Guide
Turn your hosts file into a lightweight firewall against C&C servers and ransomware.
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Gas Mask Alternative for macOS
Gas Mask crashing on macOS Sequoia? Here is the modern, native Apple Silicon replacement.
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