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🚀 AdGuard DNS mobile app v1.3 is here Mass deployment just got easier for iOS and Android! AdGuard DNS continues to evolve beyond individual use cases. With new Mobile App Configuration (MAC) parameters, system administrators can deploy AdGuard DNS through MDM (Mobile Device Management) faster and with fewer manual steps. ✅ Single-touch deployment — the new MAC parameter reduces user-side setup to just one action. After DNS settings are delivered to the device, the user simply opens the AdGuard DNS app once — the remaining configuration is applied automatically ✅ Flexible onboarding — MDM administrators can streamline the activation process and reduce the number of required setup steps on user devices. One skips the EULA consent screen, while another controls whether crash reporting and app usage statistics are enabled ✅ Improved network stability — fewer DNS interruptions when switching between mobile data and Wi-Fi Perfect for organizations managing hundreds or thousands of devices. Large-scale device setup has just become much simpler and more flexible than ever! 🔗 More on this update: adguard-dns.io/en/blog/adguar…

⚠️ AdGuard Ad Blocker is ending support for Windows 8 / 8.1 Technology moves on — and so do we. Future versions of AdGuard for Windows will no longer support Windows 8 and 8.1. Why the change? These operating systems have already reached the end of support from Microsoft, meaning they no longer receive security updates or technical assistance. Continuing development for outdated platforms would limit our ability to improve performance, stability, and security in newer versions of AdGuard. What this means for users 🌟 New versions of AdGuard for Windows will require Windows 10 or newer 🌟If you stay on Windows 8 / 8.1, you can still use an older compatible version of the app (v7.22) 🌟However, it won’t receive future updates or improvements 💡 If you’re still on Windows 8 / 8.1, now is a good time to upgrade your OS to continue getting the latest AdGuard features, fixes, and protection. 👉 Read the full announcement: adguard.com/en/blog/adguar…

🎥 The Oscar for “Best privacy protection” goes to… you 🎥 The Oscars are not just about the red carpet — they’re also about the hunt for the best streaming service to watch them live. Most platforms require registration to access the broadcast. But why hand over your personal data to another corporation just for one night? If you don’t want to disclose your primary email address for a one-time stream, use a temporary inbox in AdGuard Mail 📬: adguard-mail.com/welcome.html?a… It’s free, lasts as long as you need it, and you can delete it the moment the credits roll. If you plan on staying longer, use aliases. Give them out instead of your real address — AdGuard Mail will forward everything sent to alias to your personal inbox without revealing your identity. You can use Temp mail and aliases for free — just sign in with your AdGuard account to get started. If you want more temporary inboxes, aliases, and extra features, check out the full version. It unlocks even more possibilities, and since the product is still young, you can grab it at half the price! 👉 Get AdGuard Mail: adguard-mail.com/license.html?a…

🎮 AdGuard launches on Meta Quest: Your trusted VPN and ad blocker now in VR We’re thrilled to announce that AdGuard is now available on Meta Quest as one of the first ad-blocking and VPN extensions for the Meta Quest browser! This isn't just another platform for us — it's a leap forward in bringing distraction-free, secure browsing into immersive environments. 🔒 AdGuard VPN for Meta Quest works just like our VPN extensions for other browsers. Whether you're shopping, watching content, or simply exploring the web in VR, AdGuard has got you covered. It's compatible with all Meta Quest headsets (starting with Quest 2) 🚀 AdGuard ad-blocking extension for Meta Quest blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, and malicious websites, giving you a cleaner, faster, and more private web experience Enjoy a web experience that’s finally free from clutter with AdGuard today, even in VR. Read the full articles on our blog to find out how to install our products on Meta Quest and learn more about: AdGuard Ad Blocker for Meta Quest: adguard.com/en/blog/adguar… AdGuard VPN for Meta Quest: adguard-vpn.com/en/blog/adguar…

💚 AdGuard for Windows v7.22.4: Sometimes a quiet patch matters more than a big release We've added SockFilter to AdGuard for Windows — a new experimental network driver. In the long run, it's designed to fix some persistent issues and make filtering more stable. Previously, we relied on WFP and TDI drivers. They are powerful, but finicky: they'd sometimes clash with antivirus software, break filtering in Chrome, or in the most severe cases would even cause blue screens. SockFilter works at the socket level (TCP/UDP). Put simply, it's a smarter, lighter approach to filtering. The driver speaks to apps in their own language, which means: 🌟It plays nice with VPNs and firewalls — fewer conflicts 🌟Lower risk of crashes or critical Windows errors 🌟It stays out of the system's low-level internals unless absolutely necessary One important thing: The driver is still experimental. We're aware that Discord calls might act up with it, and we're already working on a fix. Want to help us test it and be the first to try it out? Enable it here: Settings → Network → Traffic filtering, enable traffic filtering, and select SockFilter (Experimental) full article: adguard.com/en/blog/adguar…

⌨️ AdGuard CLI v1.3: Supercharging your terminal Check out the latest update to our command-line client. AdGuard CLI keeps getting closer and closer to feature parity with our desktop versions. Release 1.3 makes the terminal client more powerful, more flexible, and easier to manage. Under the hood: DNS filtering support, Encrypted ClientHello (ECH) support, custom scripts and styles, plus a redesigned update process — smoother and more consistent than ever. DNS Filtering Now ads and trackers get cut off before the connection is even made. Enable it with a single command: adguard-cli config set dns_filtering.enabled true ECH (Encrypted ClientHello) Support ECH serves to encrypt the initial “handshake” when your device establishes connection with the server. Your ISP won't see which domains you're visiting anymore Scripts & styles Manage custom scripts right from the command line. Just as easy and familiar as working with regular filters Updates are more stable now, and performance is more predictable. If you want full control without a GUI — version 1.3 is built for you. Details, full command list, and examples are waiting for you on our blog: adguard.com/en/blog/adguar…

🤖 Android's always been about freedom. Now Google's pulling a power move The whole point of Android was that it wasn't like iOS — no walled garden, no gatekeeping. Build what you want, install what you want, from wherever you want. But that era's about to end. Google's rolling out a new developer verification policy that basically makes them the sole boss of the entire Android ecosystem. Soon, every single developer (even the ones distributing apps through their own site or third-party stores like F-Droid) has to jump through Google's hoops. We're talking $25, a government ID, and begging for "permission" just to exist on the platform. This hits close to home for us. You know why the full AdGuard for Android isn't on the Play Store? Because Google bans system-wide ad blockers there. We've always relied on Android's openness to get our software to you directly. Now Google's reaching way beyond its own store and trying to control the whole thing. We signed an open letter with F-Droid, EFF, the Free Software Foundation, and Vivaldi telling Google to reconsider. Security matters. That's what Play Protect is for. Forcing indie devs to dox themselves and pay up just to distribute privacy-focused software? That doesn't protect users. It kills competition and hands Google the keys to everything. Android's strength was always freedom. Let's not lose it. Full breakdown and the open letter on our blog: adguard.com/en/blog/google…

📹 YouTube turns off comments and descriptions for some ad-blocker users — how to fix it? YouTube seems to have rolled out a new tactic in its ongoing pushback against ad-blocking users — hiding video comments and descriptions for visitors with ad blockers enabled. Reports from our users and testimonies on social media suggest this change is affecting mostly PC users. But the situation isn’t as simple as a site glitch. We’ve already rolled out the fixes, but not all users were able to receive them. The underlying issue that prevents many ad-blocking users, mostly on Chrome, from getting these updates is Google’s Manifest V3 extension platform. Simply put, fixes that used to go out almost instantly now have to pass extended review processes before they reach users’ browsers. In our latest article, we unpack what’s happening, why Manifest V3 is such a big deal for ad blockers like AdGuard, and why you no being able to comment on a YT video isn’t just a random bug — it’s a system-level issue impacting how quickly users receive latest filter updates. Read the full story to understand what’s going on and what you can do next: adguard.com/en/blog/youtub…

🇬🇧 UK is renewing its push to limit children’s VPN use — and that could mean age checks for everyone 🎁 UK users: Claim your 80% discount on a 2-year AdGuard VPN subscription offer valid until 27 February adguard-vpn.com/en/license.htm…

@Atlas_808 Please write to us at: support@adguard-vpn.com

@AdGuard hello, I need your help with a problem related to my license, regards

@Cristoz77 please write to us at support@adguard.com we will help you fix the issue

@AdGuard ......Can they do anything with their damn extension? you have me tired that it never works, today I updated adguard and out of the blue it stopped working in all browsers...... it sucks.

🕵️‍♂️ Ever wonder what's really happening behind your screen while you browse? Our Co-Founder and CTO, Andrey Meshkov, recently sat down with Henry Fisher over at TechLore Talks for a deep dive into the past, present, and slightly creepy future of ad blocking. It's a full hour of Andrey and Henry geeking out about digital rights, privacy, and the never-ending game of whack-a-mole we play with trackers every single day. Here's why you should carve out some time for this one: 🌟The "failed" origins AdGuard didn't start the way you'd expect. Andrey opens up about a data-analysis startup that flopped — because they realized they were learning way too much about their users. It became the foundation for everything we stand for today 🌟The "thousand-dollar" stalker There's a story Andrey tells that still gives us chills. Researchers managed to track a single person's entire day — down to their morning coffee stop — using nothing but cheap ad auctions. It cost almost nothing to pull off 🌟What Apple's hiding We get into the weeds on Apple's new "private" filtering API. It's a total game-changer: we can now block ads without the software even knowing what site you're on. Total privacy, zero trade-offs 🌟DNS vs. VPN vs. Local filtering If you've ever wondered whether you need all three and how they actually work together to crush trackers that browsers can't touch Whether you're a full-blown privacy nerd or just someone who's tired of getting hit with pop-ups, this conversation is packed with "aha" moments. Henry and Andrey speak the same language: safety, freedom, and a cleaner Internet. It's one of the most honest and insightful interviews we've been a part of. Grab a coffee and watch the full interview on YouTube here: youtube.com/watch?v=y6qIN6… Prefer reading? We've got a (lightly edited) transcript on the blog: adguard.com/en/blog/andrey…

@TheHindh You can use this activation guide: adguard.com/kb/general/lic…

@AdGuard So basically I will have to share my account credentials , i tried sharing my Key when try tried to use it it said key already binded with another acc? Can you explain more or if their is any BLOG to earn more

Hey @AdGuard, I just got the family plan, but I'm not sure how to share it with everyone. Like, how do I add my family members to my plan? I can't seem to figure it out. Could you give me some pointers?

@REDZMANG write to us by email: support@adguard.com We will check what might have gone wrong

@AdGuard I'm really wondering why my ad guard keeps disabling itself over the last couple months on all my devices.

☁️ AdGuard DNS v2.20: Your server — your rules We finally added what you’ve been asking for the most. In version 2.20, AdGuard DNS now supports custom blocklists: you get to decide exactly what gets filtered. Before, you had to choose from preset filters or manually add rules. Now, it’s way more flexible — just add any list via URL and fine‑tune your Internet experience. To keep everything running smoothly, we introduced reasonable limits: ☁️ Up to 1 000 rules for Personal plan ☁️ Up to 5 000 rules for Team plan ☁️ Up to 100 000 rules for Enterprise plan We also made the dashboard truly accessible for everyone. All settings pages are now optimized for screen readers. Navigation and DNS management are now easier for users with visual impairments. For us, this is an important step toward making the service flexible and understandable for everyone. Read more about the new version on our blog: adguard-dns.io/en/blog/adguar…

AdGuard VPN Browser Extension v2.8: Now on Firefox for Android! 🦊 This update is definitely for those who prefer the “fox” among the browsers. We’ve updated AdGuard VPN Browser Extension to version 2.8, and the biggest news is full support for Firefox on Android. We know not everyone likes using a full-fledged VPN app. If you only need protection inside your browser, now you can set it up in just a couple of taps. 🛠 How to install the extension in Firefox: 1. Open Firefox on Android and tap the three dots next to the address bar 2. Select Extensions 3. Find AdGuard VPN in the list (if you don’t see it, tap Find more extensions at the very bottom) 4. Install it, log into your account, and you’re done! What else is new in v2.8? Easier streaming: We added special icons for locations optimized for streaming services. Now it’s clear at a glance which server to pick so your favorite show doesn’t buffer. You can click each one for more details. Smoother experience: We cleaned up the interface to reduce visual clutter and fixed a notification bug. The extension is now even more comfortable to use. Read more about the new version on our blog: adguard-vpn.com/en/blog/adguar…

@iannuttall @jimaek fixed it, should be good to go 🙌

@jimaek Fuck you, AdGuard! (will try and fix this)

In the next version of keep.md you'll be able to save youtube videos, complete with transcript and comments Example use: your  🦞 will be able to look at comments, find common questions and generate video/social post ideas based on answering them

@jimaek Thanks for letting us know — we've already fixed it, so it should be working fine now 💪

@iannuttall It's marked as malware for some reason

🥷 AdGuard VPN for Windows v2.9: Security without barriers In this new release, we focused on making online protection accessible to everyone, regardless of how they experience the world. We believe privacy shouldn’t require assistance, so the main highlight of version 2.9 is full support for assistive technologies. Key sections of the app including Settings, DNS servers, and Support are now fully compatible with screen readers. This means users with visual impairments can: 🥷 Manage VPN features independently 🥷 Get voice descriptions of the interface 🥷 Navigate menus using only the keyboard, without a mouse We started working on making our products more inclusive in previous versions, and we’re continuing in that direction. Our goal is to make sure anyone can protect their data online — without needing help from anyone else. Read more about the new version on our blog: adguard-vpn.com/en/blog/adguar…