NetGuard Alternatives

NetGuard is described as 'Controls individual app internet access without root, blocks Wi-Fi and mobile data, supports IPv4/IPv6, logging, privacy protection, and detailed notifications' and is a popular Firewall in the security & privacy category. There are more than 25 alternatives to NetGuard for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, Android Tablet, F-Droid and iPhone apps. The best NetGuard alternative is AdGuard, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like NetGuard are simplewall, RethinkDNS, AdAway and Athena - Firewall & Adblocker.

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  1. Netmute icon
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    Find out which apps phone home, contact trackers, or quietly drain your bandwidth. Block any connection with one click — locally. No VPN, no signup, no cloud.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  2. The advanced AI-powered firewall: Take control of all connections and defend against hackers, spyware, and trackers.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  3. Firewall WITHOUT ROOT. Host name/domain name filtering, simple interface, fine-grained access control and no suspicious permissions on the firewall app itself.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  4. Block unwanted ads for faster browsing with Total Adblock. Remove banners, pop-ups, and video ads. SAVETIME by decreasing data usage and improving privacy while prolonging battery life. Easy iOS setup requires a paid account, offering custom filters and an Allow list for trusted sites.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
     
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    Adhell is a Samsung Knox based application which can Block system-wide Ads, trackers, analytics from applications without root. It has more functionalities than just Ad-Blocker including Package Disabler, Mobile Restricter, App Permissions controller.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
    1. Anti-phishing & anti-ransomware: Protects you from apps that steal login credentials or credit card numbers. Complete ransomware threat attack protection.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  6. Karma Firewall app lets you take control back of your phone and block internet traffic to and from specific apps. This is a simple yet powerful firewall with an easy to use intuitive GUI which allows you to protect your sensitive data.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  7. DataCever icon
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    DataCever allows you to monitor and control internet traffic , allowing you to know what consumes your data plan.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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