The short version

Filtering ad domains reduces ad noise.

FamilyAds Ignorelist is a hosts-style list: a set of domains that your blocker can map to a non-routable address, preventing connections to common ad and tracking endpoints.

What is a hosts-style list?

A hosts file is a simple text mapping of domain names to IP addresses. Blocklists use this format to “sinkhole” domains by mapping them to an address like 0.0.0.0.

0.0.0.0 ads.example
0.0.0.0 tracker.example
0.0.0.0 marketing.example

Where can you use it?

Hosts-style lists are widely supported by network-level tools. The exact setup varies, but the concept is the same: add the URL to a list, refresh, and your network starts blocking those domains.

Pi-hole
AdGuard Home
Router DNS filters
Some parental controls

If you’re unsure, start with a single device or guest network first.

What to expect

Blocking is powerful, but it’s not magic. Here’s what’s realistic.

Fewer distractions

Many pages and apps become calmer: fewer autoplay video ads, fewer redirect chains, less tracking chatter.

Occasional breakage

Some sites bundle critical scripts with ad domains. If something breaks, allowlist that domain or disable filtering for that site.

Not everything is domain-based

Some ads are served from first-party domains or embedded content. A domain list can’t catch all of those.

How FamilyAds Ignorelist stays family-first

The goal is to reduce ad pressure on shared spaces — not to “break the web.” The list is designed to be easy to try, easy to remove, and easy to update.

Clear format you can audit
Simple distribution via a static URL
Encourages gradual rollout and review

Next step

Download the list and add it to your blocker. The page includes simple copy/paste-friendly steps.

Get the list