PrivacyGuard vs Ghostery

FAQ

Is PrivacyGuard better than Ghostery at blocking trackers?

Both block third-party trackers effectively, using regularly updated filter lists. PrivacyGuard layers additional contextual blocking rules optimised for common SaaS and ad-tech stacks frequently used across Gera's 35 platforms. Ghostery has a larger user base and a mature tracker database built over more than a decade. For raw tracker coverage breadth, Ghostery currently has an edge; for performance and clean reporting UI, users tend to prefer PrivacyGuard.

Does Ghostery slow down browsing more than PrivacyGuard?

Both extensions have minimal performance impact on modern hardware. Ghostery's enhanced anti-tracking and Ghostery Insights features can add a small overhead on complex pages with many third-party scripts. PrivacyGuard is designed to be lightweight with a minimal DOM footprint, which may be noticeable on low-powered devices or slow connections.

Is Ghostery free?

Ghostery has a free browser extension with basic tracker blocking, and a paid Ghostery Tracker AI subscription for deeper insights and search privacy. PrivacyGuard is free and open-source for the core extension, built and maintained by Gera Services.

Which extension is better for privacy-conscious developers?

Both are good choices. Developers often prefer PrivacyGuard for its structured per-domain reporting that makes it easy to audit what a given website is loading, which is useful when building or testing web apps. Ghostery's Insights panel is more consumer-oriented. For professional use, running both occasionally to cross-reference results is common.