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AdGuard

Ad-blocking solution eliminating intrusive ads and preventing tracking, with malware protection. Filters pop-ups, banners, and more for clean browsing. Works in the background for ad-free surfing, protects data privacy with Spyware filter, and controls ad display in apps.

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Cost / License

  • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
  • Open Source

Application types

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Android
  • iPhone
  • Chrome OS
  • Android Tablet
  • iPad
  • Vivaldi
  • Google Chrome
  • Safari
  • Yandex Browser
  • Opera
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Snapcraft
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Android TV
4.3
Very Good25 reviews
271likes
22comments

Features

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Properties

  1.  Privacy focused
  2.  Lightweight

Features

  1.  Built-in Ad-blocker
  2.  Pop up blocker
  3.  DNS over HTTPS
  4.  DNS-over-TLS
  5.  Custom DNS
  6.  Block Trackers
  7.  No Tracking
  8.  Dark Mode
  9.  Ad-free
  10.  No Logs
  11.  Tracking Protection
  12.  DNS filtering
  13.  Firewall
  14.  Anonymous Proxy
  15.  End-to-End Encryption
  16.  No registration required
  17.  Malware Analysis
  18.  Two-factor Authentication
  19.  Portable
  20.  AES-256 Encryption

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  • obiwlankenobi reviewed AdGuard  

    One of the most extensive system-wide, cross-plattform ad-blockers out there with full control and customization flexibility of what you want to block, support for filter lists and so much more. Another plus for a one-time-payment option. Highly recommend!

  • obiwlankenobi, zawius and Bakrilum liked AdGuard
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Comments and Reviews

   
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Comment summary: AdGuard is praised for its effective ad-blocking capabilities and user-friendly design, making it a popular choice over competitors like uBlock Origin. Many users appreciate its customizability and the ability to handle both ads and tracking elements. However, some users have noted that AdGuard is not open-source and mentioned issues with its trial-only business model, expressing concern over its freemium label. Despite these concerns, it remains a favored solution for blocking online ads and enhancing web browsing.
Top Positive Comment
GitCodeDestroyer
3

Very good app with best UX/UI design. Blocks all ads, popups, etc. Easy to customize settings. There I can write and add my extensions for adguard. Extensions are writed on JavaScript and Styles on CSS. I love it!

Top Negative Comment
Nuncio Bitis
0

Up until recently AdGuard was the best ad blocker there was. Lately I'm finding a lot of ads are sneaking past it to the point where they disappear when you try to "Block ads on this site" and reappear when you close the selection tool.

Obi Wlan Kenobi
0

One of the most extensive system-wide, cross-plattform ad-blockers out there with full control and customization flexibility of what you want to block, support for filter lists and so much more. Another plus for a one-time-payment option. Highly recommend!

Review by a new / low-activity user.
Alternative Software
0

If you want to use Safari on iPhone, but don't want ads, AdGuard is the way to go. Though there is a paid version, the free version is good enough for most people. The iPhone app blocks numerous different trackers and ads but is still very easy to set up. Once you set it up, it should be good-to-go! However, there have been some instances where the ad blocking just stops working. To fix this, I have to open the AdGuard app and turn the filters off and then back on. Other than that, it works great!

FKB
0

This is the most important app to install on your Android phone! It filters all adds and many trackers out of apps. If you find your privacy important, then this app is a must-have.

Guest
0

Pretty much the only complete app that blocks ads. It has firewall built-in, feature for encrypting DNS requests and more.

The only con, it's a paid app.

Review by a new / low-activity user.
VirtualDJ
0

a great ad blocker, very light and well made

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What is AdGuard?

AdGuard is a software solution that removes intrusive ads, prevents online tracking, and protects your computer from malware, enhancing your web browsing experience. Its functionality is expanded through JavaScript addons which filter out pop-ups, video ads, banners, and other disruptive elements. The software operates in the background, delivering clean, ad-free pages.

AdGuard also protects against trackers and analytical systems that infringe on privacy. It includes a Spyware filter that consolidates rules against all known online analytics that try to collect your private data. AdGuard can also filter traffic and control ad display in other applications on your computer.

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AdGuard information

  • Developed by

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  • Licensing

    Open Source (GPL-3.0) and Freemium product.
  • Pricing

    One time purchase ranging between $52 and $112, and / or subscription ranging between $1 and $3 per month + free version with limited functionality.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.3 (25 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    121 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English
    • Belarusian
    • Croatian
    • Czech
    • Danish
    • Dutch
    • French
    • German
    • Hungarian
    • Indonesian
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Norwegian Bokmål
    • Persian
    • Polish
    • Portuguese
    • Romanian
    • Russian
    • Serbian
    • Chinese
    • Slovak
    • Slovene
    • Spanish
    • Turkish
    • Ukrainian
    • Vietnamese

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Our users have written 22 comments and reviews about AdGuard, and it has gotten 271 likes

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