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Adieu

Adieu blocks ads, and lets you choose what to see instead

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matt mankins
@mankins · Founder, FairTread
I should note that this works without a plugin, without any software to install. It also doesn't require publishers to opt in. We simply buy ads at existing ad auctions and let you control what you see in those ads. They become "rads", repurposed ads at that point. It's a little bit of a funny idea, so I'm happy to answer any questions.

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matt mankins
@mankins · Founder, FairTread
Adieu is an ad blocker of sorts—but better. It keeps you from seeing annoying ads, but still pays publishers for the content they produce. Our trick: we use your dollars and the existing ad retargeting system, letting you pay for your own ads, putting pictures of cats, your kids, or whatever else you choose.
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matt mankins
@mankins · Founder, FairTread
I should note that this works without a plugin, without any software to install. It also doesn't require publishers to opt in. We simply buy ads at existing ad auctions and let you control what you see in those ads. They become "rads", repurposed ads at that point. It's a little bit of a funny idea, so I'm happy to answer any questions.
Jason
@sixside · Founder, Plug.dj
Kudos for thinking of an 'out-of-the-box' solution to the problem!
Tom Masiero
@blendahtom · GM of LaunchBit
How does the money get back to the publishers?
Andreas Pizsa
@andreaspizsa
Very smart idea, @mankins, congratulations!