How to Install and Use Total Adblock (2026)

Installing Total Adblock takes only a couple of minutes, but there is a small decision to make first: do you want the browser extension, the full application, or both? Each suits a different need, and getting it right means cleaner browsing with less hassle. This guide walks through how to install and use Total Adblock everywhere it runs, on Chrome, Edge, Safari, and mobile, plus how to turn on protection, update it, and remove it if you ever need to.

The short version

Browser extension: the quickest way to block ads while browsing in Chrome, Edge, or Safari.
The application: the stronger route, recommended for things like YouTube and broader blocking.
Setup is fast: install, enable the extension in your browser, and turn on protection.
Premium unlocks the most: continuous blocking, YouTube, and multiple devices are Premium features.

App or browser extension: which should you install?

Total Adblock comes in two forms. The browser extension blocks ads on the web pages you visit and is the simplest option if you only care about browsing. The application is the more capable route and is recommended for the toughest jobs, such as reliable YouTube blocking. For most people, the best setup is the application with the browser extension enabled alongside it, so the two work together. If you just want quick web blocking, the extension on its own is fine.

How to install Total Adblock on Chrome

Open the Chrome Web Store and search for Total Adblock.
Click Add to Chrome, then confirm by clicking Add extension.
The Total Adblock icon appears in your toolbar. Click it to complete setup and turn on protection.
Sign in or start your plan to unlock full blocking.

How to install Total Adblock on Edge

Open the Edge Add-ons store (or the Chrome Web Store, which Edge can use) and search for Total Adblock.
Click Get, then confirm to add the extension.
Pin the Total Adblock icon, click it, and turn on protection.

How to enable Total Adblock in Safari

Install the Total Adblock application on your Mac.
Open Safari, Settings, Extensions and tick the Total Adblock extensions to enable them.
Allow the permissions Safari asks for, then reload a page to confirm ads are blocked.

How to install Total Adblock on mobile

On iPhone and iPad, install the Total Adblock app from the App Store, then enable it under Settings, Safari, Extensions. On Android, the app is available through supported channels, and works alongside browsers that allow content blocking. A single Premium plan typically covers multiple devices, so you can protect your phone and computer together.

Get Total Adblock

First-run setup: turning on protection

After installing, open Total Adblock and make sure the main protection toggle is on. Run its initial scan if prompted, which shows what it can block. To get continuous blocking (and YouTube), you will need to be on the Premium plan, since the free version mostly demonstrates rather than blocks. Once protection is on and you are signed in, Total Adblock runs quietly in the background with no further setup needed.

How to update Total Adblock

The browser extension updates automatically through your browser’s extension system, and the application updates itself in the background. You do not normally need to do anything. If blocking ever seems to slip, opening the app and letting it refresh its filters is the quickest fix.

How to uninstall or remove Total Adblock

Browser extension: right-click the Total Adblock icon and choose Remove, or manage it in your browser’s extensions page.
Application: uninstall it like any program, through your system’s apps or applications settings.
Subscription: removing the app does not cancel billing. To stop charges, cancel your plan separately, which we cover in how to cancel Total Adblock.

Troubleshooting: Total Adblock not blocking

Check it is enabled: confirm the extension is turned on in your browser and protection is on in the app.
Confirm you are on Premium: the free version only blocks a limited amount.
Refresh filters: open the app and let it update, then reload the page.
Restart the browser: a quick restart often clears a setup that did not fully apply.

For a complete look at features, pricing, and our hands-on testing, see our Total Adblock review, and if you are weighing the cost, our guide on whether Total Adblock is free.

How to use Total Adblock after installing

Once it is running, Total Adblock mostly stays out of your way, but a few everyday actions are worth knowing.

Check what it is blocking: click the Total Adblock icon to see the count of ads and trackers stopped on the current page.
Allowlist a site: if you want to support a site you trust, use the toggle in the popup to pause blocking on that site only.
Block a specific element: if something annoying gets through, you can report or block it from the extension menu.
Review your dashboard: the application gives you a summary of blocked ads and trackers over time, which is satisfying and useful for confirming it is working.

Does Total Adblock work on Firefox?

Total Adblock is focused mainly on Chrome, Edge, Safari, and its own application. If you are a Firefox user, check the current availability of a Firefox extension before buying, since coverage can change. Firefox users also have the advantage of running the full uBlock Origin for free, so it is worth weighing that up. For a broader view of the options, see our Total Adblock review.

Managing your subscription and devices

A Premium plan usually covers several devices, so you can install Total Adblock on your computer and phone under one account. Sign in with the same account on each device to apply your plan. Keep an eye on your renewal date, because the renewal price is higher than the discounted first year. If you ever want to stop, remember that uninstalling the software does not cancel billing, so handle the subscription separately through our guide on cancelling Total Adblock.

Frequently asked questions

How do I install Total Adblock?

Add the Total Adblock extension from your browser’s store (Chrome, Edge) or enable it in Safari, then click the icon to turn on protection. For the strongest blocking, install the Total Adblock application too.

Should I use the Total Adblock app or extension?

The extension is simplest for browsing. The application is stronger and recommended for tasks like YouTube. Many people run both together for the best coverage.

Does removing Total Adblock cancel my subscription?

No. Uninstalling the app or extension does not stop billing. You must cancel your plan separately to end charges.

Why is Total Adblock not blocking ads after installing?

Check that the extension is enabled, protection is on, and you are on a Premium plan. Refreshing filters and restarting the browser usually resolves it.