Tired of Mid-Rage Merch Madness? How to Block Ads on Twitch (iPad Edition)
Let's face it, we've all been there. You're engrossed in a perfectly epic Twitch stream. Your favorite gamer is about to clutch that sweet victory royale, and BAM! You're hit with an ad for, I don't know, glow-in-the-dark socks shaped like hedgehogs. Hedgehogs are cool, sure, but not when they're interrupting your virtual gladiatorial showdown.
Fear not, fellow viewers! There are ways to reclaim your ad-free birthright (or at least a semi-ad-free existence) on your trusty iPad. However, before we delve into the realm of ad-blocking, a word of caution:
- Supporting Streamers is Sweet: Remember, those pesky ads are how some streamers keep the lights on (and buy those fancy hedgehog socks). If you can, subscribing to your favorite channel is a fantastic way to show your appreciation and ensure they keep streaming those epic moments.
Now, with our moral compass spinning true north, let's explore the options!
Method 1: Embrace the Inner Safari
- Ditch the App: This might sound crazy, but the Twitch app itself doesn't play nicely with ad blockers. Instead, open up Safari and head to the Twitch website.
- Content Blockers to the Rescue: Safari lets you install content blockers, which are basically tiny ninjas trained to fight off ad monsters. Head over to Settings > Safari > Content Blockers and enable your chosen blocker (many are available for free).
Method 2: Enter the DNS Zone (For the Tech-Savvy)
- DNS? More Like "Don't Need Sponsors!" This method involves tweaking your DNS settings. Don't worry, it's not brain surgery (unless you actually watch brain surgery streams on Twitch...in which case, more power to you). There are apps like DNScloak that can help you set up a DNS that blocks ads. Warning: This might affect other apps as well, so proceed with caution (and maybe some Google searching for your specific app).
Method 3: The Almighty Twitch Turbo/Prime
- The Paid Path to Ad-Free Bliss: If you're really serious about saying goodbye to ads, consider subscribing to Twitch Turbo or having an Amazon Prime membership (which includes Twitch Prime). It's a paid option, but you'll get other perks like chat badges and channel emotes too!
There you have it, folks! With a little effort (or a little cash), you can reclaim your ad-free Twitch viewing experience on your iPad. Now go forth and enjoy those uninterrupted streams, may they be filled with victory royales, flawless makeup tutorials, or whatever quirky content your heart desires. Remember, with great ad-blocking power comes great responsibility...to not judge people who wear hedgehog socks. Probably.
