1Blocker has been the best for me, as it works with all of the Apple devices and syncs across them. Another option is to enable reader mode by default on all websites, so instead of getting the site with all of the ads, you’ll get a reader view without the ads and distractions.

Did you try to clear your cookies for the sites in question? Also, are you using iCloud Private Relay?

In the USA, work doesn’t end at 5, and there’s always homework. That’s where your proposal goes wrong.

Yep, I left when it was announced Apollo was shutting down.