Does Cursor show ads or track you?

Its homepage loaded Google Ads ad networks and Google Tag Manager, LinkedIn Insight, Meta Pixel, Reddit Pixel, Snap Pixel and TikTok Pixel trackers in our automated check on 16 Oct 2026.

Cursor has a free plan with paid upgrades.

Is Cursor safe?

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Yes. Cursor is a legitimate tool with no Junk Rule problems found. VS Code with AI woven through it.

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Site checked 16 Oct 2026

Free plan + paid
Secure connection (HTTPS)
Homepage contacts ad networks: Google Ads
6 trackers: Google Tag Manager, LinkedIn Insight, Meta Pixel, Reddit Pixel, Snap Pixel and TikTok Pixel
Heavy AI use is billed by usage on paid plans
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Works on: Windows, Mac, Linux · Free plan + paid

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Questions

Does Cursor show ads or track you?: Its homepage loaded Google Ads ad networks and Google Tag Manager, LinkedIn Insight, Meta Pixel, Reddit Pixel, Snap Pixel and TikTok Pixel trackers in our automated check on 16 Oct 2026.
Is Cursor free?: Cursor has a free plan with paid upgrades.