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Head-to-head · Browser Extensions

Ghostery vs Proton Pass

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Ghostery #1 in Browser Extensions 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Ghostery
Proton Pass #5 in Browser Extensions 8.9/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Proton Pass

Ghostery leads on 0 checks, Proton Pass on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGhostery · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Proton Pass

Ghostery scores higher on our rubric for browser extensions: 9.4 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

Ghostery is the better fit for people seeking free ad and tracker blocking. Proton Pass is the better fit for secure password and passkey management everywhere.

  • Ghostery fits best

    People seeking free ad and tracker blocking

  • Proton Pass fits best

    Secure password and passkey management everywhere

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Side by side

Feature Ghostery 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Proton Pass 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.9
Ranking #1 in Browser Extensions #5 in Browser Extensions
Best for People seeking free ad and tracker blocking Secure password and passkey management everywhere
Pricing model Free Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Email, Community, Docs Email, Phone, Docs
Compliance GDPR, 2FA GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Ghostery 1/4 · Proton Pass 1/4
Open source ✓ ✓
Works offline Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile extension Not checked yet Not checked yet
Cross-device sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Supported browsers Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups and tracking cookies
  • Includes custom filters, an element picker and trusted-site allowlisting
  • Works across major desktop and mobile browsers
  • Free plan includes unlimited logins and devices, plus passkey support
  • Apps and extensions span web, desktop, and mobile platforms
  • Paid plans add sharing, aliases, monitoring, and family or business controls
Cons
  • Protection is delivered through browser extensions, not described as network-wide
  • Custom filters and element selection require users to make their own blocking choices
  • Contributions are donations, not paid product plans
  • Free plan limits hide-my-email aliases to 10
  • Passkeys cannot currently log into Proton Pass apps
  • Paid individual and business plan prices are not shown
Our verdict

Ghostery is a free, open-source browser extension for blocking ads, trackers, pop-ups and tracking cookies. It is aimed at people who want browser-level privacy controls, from individual users to teams and organizations. The extension…

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Proton Pass stores and autofills logins, notes, credit cards, and passkeys, with end-to-end encryption. It is aimed at individuals who want password management across browser extensions, web, desktop, and mobile, as well as families and…

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  1. GhosteryBrowser Extensions 9.4Free plan
  2. Proton PassBrowser Extensions 8.9Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Ghostery — where it wins

    • Blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups and tracking cookies
    • Includes custom filters, an element picker and trusted-site allowlisting
    • Works across major desktop and mobile browsers

    Where it doesn't

    • Protection is delivered through browser extensions, not described as network-wide
    • Custom filters and element selection require users to make their own blocking choices
    • Contributions are donations, not paid product plans

  • Proton Pass — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited logins and devices, plus passkey support
    • Apps and extensions span web, desktop, and mobile platforms
    • Paid plans add sharing, aliases, monitoring, and family or business controls

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan limits hide-my-email aliases to 10
    • Passkeys cannot currently log into Proton Pass apps
    • Paid individual and business plan prices are not shown
  • Ghostery9.4/10 · Free plan

    A free, open-source browser extension with broad blocking controls and tracker reports.

    Visit GhosteryFull verdict →
  • Proton Pass8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad password manager with a capable free tier and sharing tools for individuals, families, and teams.

    Visit Proton PassFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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