AppBlock on Extensions

Why is Safari blocking websites before I finish typing a URL?

Safari may block suggested websites before you even complete typing the URL due to its Top Hit functionality. This feature preloads the most relevant website in the background, which can trigger blocking by certain extensions before you manually confirm the site.

How can I prevent Safari from blocking suggested websites?

To stop Safari from preloading and potentially blocking suggested websites, follow these steps:

1. Open Safari.
2. Go to Settings (or Preferences on older macOS versions).
3. Select the Search tab.
4. Uncheck “Preload Top Hit in the background”.

This will prevent Safari from automatically preloading websites, reducing the chances of premature blocking by browser extensions.

If you’re having trouble with our Safari extension after updating macOS, it’s due to changes in Safari with the new release. Unfortunately, we’re currently waiting for a response from Apple, which is essential to resolving this issue.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. We’ll update you as soon as we have more information. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our support team.

The unblocking depends on your Access Method, for example with Timer you have to wait until your pre-set time is off.

In case you want to end the Strict Mode blocking sooner, you can request a code by contacting us via the contact support form and we will send you a unique one-time emergency code that you can enter to the pop-up window that will appear after double-clicking on the Strict Mode lock bubble.