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NetGuard

Offers detailed per-app internet control for Android with no root required, blocks Wi-Fi and mobile connections, supports IPv4/IPv6, privacy-focused, usage logging, system app blocking, tethering support, various notification settings, and material themes.

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Cost / License

  • Freemium (Pay once)
  • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

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  • Android  Android 5.1 or newer
  • Android Tablet  Android 5.1 or newer
  • F-Droid
  • OpenAPK
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Top Positive Comment
Liarus
1

Great app, can block websites either on a blacklist or whitelist model, obviously made for advanced users, has a great user interface and works like wonders, i reccomend anyone to give it a try.

Top Negative Comment
Korwin
0

This app contains non-free components/libraries (Google BillingClient), app promotes or depends entirely on a non-free network service (connects to Google servers — billing, PlayStore).

RamonFVB
0

The free version didn't block my Whatsapp and I got screwed because I was counting on it. I expected the blocking to leave me totally inactive, with people only receiving message confirmation on the Whatsapp server only and not on my cell phone (one checkmark), but in some cases messages arrived on my cell too (two checkmarks).

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Guest
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  1. No root
  2. 100% open source
  3. Allow/block individual addresses per application (Paid only)
  4. Also PCAP logging like Wireshark.
  5. Custom DNS
  6. Lockdown mode
  7. New connection notification
  8. Can connect to SOCKS5, therefore we can connect through VPN
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What is NetGuard?

NetGuard is a software that controls and monitors internet access on your device. It restricts internet access using basic and advanced methods without needing root permissions. Users can grant or deny internet access to specific applications and addresses on Wi-Fi and mobile connections. This helps manage data usage, conserve battery life, and enhance privacy.

NetGuard is user-friendly, open-source, ad-free, and does not participate in tracking or analytics. It is compatible with Android 5.1 and later, supports IPv4/IPv6 TCP/UDP, and also supports tethering. It allows access when the screen is on, blocks access when roaming or for system applications. Users can receive notifications when an application accesses the internet and record network usage per application per address. The software has a material design theme, with both light and dark themes.

NetGuard's PRO features include logging all outgoing traffic, searching and filtering access attempts, and exporting PCAP files for traffic analysis. It allows or blocks individual addresses per application and notifies users about new applications. Users can directly configure NetGuard from these notifications. It also displays a network speed graph in a status bar notification. Five additional themes, in both light and dark versions, are included in the PRO features.

NetGuard information

  • Developed by

    NL flagMarcel Bokhorst
  • Licensing

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

    One time purchase (perpetual license) ranging between $1 and $8 + free version with limited functionality.
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  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.2
  • Alternatives

    44 alternatives listed
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  • Supported Languages

    • English

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Security & Privacy, Network & Admin, OS & Utilities, Web Browsers

GitHub repository

  •  3,930 Stars
  •  365 Forks
  •  1 Open Issues
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Our users have written 4 comments and reviews about NetGuard, and it has gotten 65 likes

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