Privaxy – Like uBlock but through a MitM proxy and no browser extension

In plain words

Privaxy is an ad and tracker blocking tool that works through a man-in-the-middle proxy rather than a browser extension. It functions similarly to uBlock Origin but operates at the network level, allowing users to block unwanted content across their entire system without installing browser add-ons. The tool is designed for users who prefer proxy-based filtering or need blocking functionality across multiple applications beyond just web browsers.

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