How to Use Hulu Ad Blocker to Get Rid of Pesky Ads

Key Takeaways
  • Hulu offers a vast library of content but ad interruptions in its Standard subscription can be annoying, prompting users to seek ad blockers.
  • Hulu ad blockers can be standalone apps, browser extensions, or VPNs that block ads, but not all are reliable and some may pose security risks.
  • Upgrading to Hulu’s ad-free plan or switching to another streaming service are ideal solutions to avoid ads and support the entertainment community.

The most popular and reliable way to block ads on Hulu is by using third-party applications. Users can easily install these apps on their devices to stream Hulu without any interruptions.

AdLock is a standalone app that can be downloaded on various devices, such as Android, Apple, Windows, and Mac. It even has specific versions for Edge, Safari, and Chrome. Apart from Hulu, this reliable ad blocker can also help you block ads on other platforms.

  1. Go to the official website of AdLock.
AdLock website
AdLock official website
  1. Click on the Download button to install the app on your device.
  2. Once downloaded, launch the app and click on Turn On to watch Hulu ad-free.

↪ Alternatives to AdLock

Although there are many options for Hulu ad-blocking apps, not every app works as effectively as advertised. Therefore, if you don’t intend to use AdLock, you may try other alternatives such as Blokada. However, standalone applications are not your only option for an ad-free streaming experience.

Blokada website
Download Blokada from the official website

If you’re streaming Hulu on a browser, you can also eliminate ads through other formats, such as browser extensions and VPN ad blockers.

Browser extensions are add-ons that can be installed on your web browsers to detect and block ads on a range of websites, including Hulu. Popular ones include Total Adblock, Ghostery, Hulu Ad Skipper, and uBlock Origin, which are easy to install and available for various browsers and operating systems.

Total Adblock extension
Total Adblock Google Chrome extension

Using a VPN with a built-in ad blocker, such as NordVPN or Surfshark VPN, is another option that allows you to swiftly block ads while streaming on Hulu. These VPNs also provide increased privacy and offer a secure and encrypted connection.

While Hulu ad blockers are preferred by many users to enjoy an ad-free streaming experience, there are only a few reliable ones. However, before opting for any ad blocker, consider your options. What are the alternatives? Are there ethical implications attached to such methods?

The ideal choice is to either switch to another streaming service or simply upgrade your plan. In this way, you can continue to enjoy content without compromising your support for the entertainment community and avoid violating Hulu’s terms of service.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kamil Anwar


Kamil is a certified MCITP, CCNA (W), CCNA (S) and a former British Computer Society Member with over 9 years of experience Configuring, Deploying and Managing Switches, Firewalls and Domain Controllers also an old-school still active on FreeNode.