AI summary
BlockAds is a free, open-source ad blocker that blocks ads, trackers, and malware system-wide using local VPN-based DNS filtering without root. It offers dual routing modes, HTTPS filtering, per-app filtering, and multiple filter lists. Note: requires location, notification, and other permissions that may seem excessive for an ad blocker.
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About this app
BlockAds is a free, open-source ad blocker for Android.
It blocks ads, trackers, and malware system-wide using local VPN-based DNS filtering — no root required, no data collection.
Built with Jetpack Compose and Material 3 for a modern, premium experience.
Dual Routing Modes: System-wide ad blocking via VPN (no root needed) OR Root Proxy Mode (via iptables) Privacy-first Optional Crash Reporting & Manual Local Logs Export Comprehensive Onboarding Flow (Permissions, Battery Optimization, Opt-in telemetry) WireGuard Profile Import HTTPS Filtering with userspace TCP/IP stack — per-app MITM, cosmetic CSS, JS scriptlets CA cert install verification (auto-refresh after returning from Settings) 284-domain curated passthrough list keeps banking, payments and gov apps working Multiple built-in filter lists (StevenBlack, AdGuard DNS, EasyList, and more) Region-aware defaults — auto-enables filters for your language Real-time DNS query logs with search & filtering Security protection — blocks phishing, malware, and malvertising domains Dark / Light / System theme with Material 3 dynamic colors 7 accent color options + Material You dynamic theming Quick Settings tile & home screen widget Custom block/allow rules and whitelisting Per-app filtering (bypass VPN for selected apps) DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) support with multiple providers Auto-update filter lists on schedule (6h / 12h / 24h / 48h) Export / Import settings backup Auto-reconnect on boot Multi-language support (English, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Thai, Spanish) 100% local — all data stays on your device
What's new
Added option to toggle DNS log recording in the Logs screen Enabled full-tunnel mode by default for enhanced privacy Fixed website hangs caused by QUIC/UDP timeouts Fixed local.pwhs.app resolution in full-tunnel mode Improved HTTPS filtering with cert/CA/DNS hardening
About this version
- Version
- 6.5.2 (51)
- Size
- 53.21 MB
- Requires Android
- 7.0
- Target SDK
- 24
- Architecture
- arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64
- Downloads
- 119
- Updated
- Jul 3, 2026
- Package
- app.pwhs.blockads
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