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StopTheMadness Browser Extension

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StopTheMadness Pro is a web browser extension developed by Jeff Johnson of Underpass App Company that prevents common website annoyances and privacy violations, such as blocked copy-paste, disabled contextual menus, keyboard shortcuts, autoplaying videos, and URL tracking parameters. Compatible with Safari on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and other major browsers, it enhances user control over browsing without functioning as an ad blocker or userscript manager. The extension has received praise from various tech reviewers for restoring typical browser functionalities that many websites try to restrict.

https://underpassapp.com/StopTheMadness/

Fast Ad Block for iPhone, iPad and Mac

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Magic Lasso Adblock is a fast, efficient ad blocker for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, integrating seamlessly with Safari. It blocks ads, trackers, and pop-ups, enhancing browsing speed and privacy. With features like daily updates, customizable rules, and support for over 40 regions, it aims to create a cleaner, faster internet. Over 300,000 users support its mission to prioritize privacy without relying on ad revenue. Available through subscription, it also offers family sharing and easy setup across devices.

https://www.magiclasso.co/

How to Use Kagi.com as a Default Search Engine in Safari Without a Kagi Safari Extension?

Safari does not support setting up a custom search engine like Kagi.com as the default search engine without using a Safari extension. The browser only allows you to choose from its integrated search engines: Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and Ecosia.

However, there is a workaround to use a custom search engine for specific searches. Safari has a “Quick Website Search” feature that allows you to search within specific websites directly from the Smart Search Field. Here's how you can use it:

  1. Open Safari and go to the website you want to use as a custom search engine.
  2. Use the search function on the website at least once. Safari will automatically recognize the search engine of the website.
  3. Go to Safari > Settings > Search and ensure that “Enable Quick Website Search” is checked.
  4. Under “Manage Websites”, you should see the website you used for the search listed.
  5. Now, when you want to search using this website, type the name of the website followed by your search query in the Smart Search Field. For example, if you want to search “macOS tips” on Kagi.com, you would type “kagi macOS tips” in the Smart Search Field. Safari will then show an option to “Search Kagi.com for ‘macOS tips'”. Select this option to get search results directly from Kagi.com.

Remember, this method does not change your default search engine. It only allows you to use a custom search engine for specific searches. Your default search engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, or Ecosia) will still be used for general searches from the Smart Search Field.

With PopClip

PopClip is a macOS utility tool that pops up with a menu of actions when you select text on your screen.

(1) Kagi search extension for PopClip: Search Kagi from anywhere using PopClip.

(2) Or, you can change PopClip's default search and change the Alternate default URL:

https://kagi.com/search?q=***

Press alt + shift to use an alternative URL with PopClip search.

How to Fix Favicon Not Showing in Safari on Home Page?

If the favicon is not showing up in Safari, specifically on your website's home page, check caching. Safari may be caching the previous version of your home page without the favicon. Try clearing your browser cache or opening the home page in a private browsing window to fix this.

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