Without root, I cant use AdAway.
So I'm left to make do with AdBlock Plus.
for Wifi, setting up the manual proxy is easy, and adblocking is working great as long as I'm connected to Wifi.
but while i'm on 3g/4g, I still see ads. I need to make the necessary edits and setup the proxy, but I cant seem to edit or add a new APN. Any way to do this without root?
or, anyone know of any other efficient way of blocking ads on the Turbo?
really? I didnt feel any change using ABP. All my games were showing ads...
Is there a tip or trick to it?
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I'm trying to use ad blocking on my note 4, I've tried adblocker which requires me to run a proxy through its server.
AdAway alters the host file.
Adaway seems to prevent normal browsing? I guess most web sites redirect through some type of ad site?
Adblocker proxy seems to slow down my Wi-Fi connection or i didn't have it setup right, and without running thru the proxy I'm guessing it doesn't work? So based on that I'm guessing it doesn't work while on cellular data?
Is anyone successfully using a global ad blocker? Pop-up blocker? Add if so, which one?
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Araltd said:
I'm trying to use ad blocking on my note 4, I've tried adblocker which requires me to run a proxy through its server.
AdAway alters the host file.
Adaway seems to prevent normal browsing? I guess most web sites redirect through some type of ad site?
Adblocker proxy seems to slow down my Wi-Fi connection or i didn't have it setup right, and without running thru the proxy I'm guessing it doesn't work? So based on that I'm guessing it doesn't work while on cellular data?
Is anyone successfully using a global ad blocker? Pop-up blocker? Add if so, which one?
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Adaway works perfectly for me, it does not interfere with web browsing at all.
The best part of Adaway is that it works with internet ads as well as all the ads
which we see on the "free apps and games" which we install from the playstore.
Most of the better custom roms come with adaway, so it must be good!
(adaway cannot be gotten from the play store)
Perhaps you are trying to use Adaway in conjunction with the browsers popup
blocker enabled at the same time and thats what is causing your issue.
Good luck!
I am using Adaway with no issues. I tried the Ad-Blocker app from playstore and that blocked my browser from accessing most of the sites.
Is there any way to using ads block without root
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Is there any way to using ads block without root
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Yes there is . Just dont use any apps with ads and dont browse the internet . On a serious note I would just root . Basically everything you can do thats actually cool and useful with Android and everything on this site Requires Root. Just root your device !
Still not sure if i want keep this phone cause i see there are alot of problem. Kind feel afraid
Here's an example of adaway interfering with surfing. This is a post here on xda, I want this file to flash. I'm running adaway with the web server enabled.
But I can't go to the link from tapatalk on my note 4, it's obviously redirecting thru an ad site that adaway is blocking.
I got tired of long pressing to get to menu so I made a flashable zip to make recents button the menu button.Make a backup to go back to undo this mod if you want to go back.This only tested on T-Mobile N910T<br />
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https://mega.co.nz/#!Mk5DzIrQ!jcQKkwThNIht14UkmRCiwh0eJsu13z4oD05TUtwHudo<br />
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Flash in TWRP and ur done [emoji4]<br/>
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Araltd said:
Here's an example of adaway interfering with surfing. This is a post here on xda, I want this file to flash. I'm running adaway with the web server enabled.
But I can't go to the link from tapatalk on my note 4, it's obviously redirecting thru an ad site that adaway is blocking.
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Just disable adaway thru the app and download the file and re-enable..
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Adaway is doing its job if it's blocking that redirect. What you really want us a smart ad blocker that reads your mind. But since no such blocker exists, you might have to disable it every now and then to get to what you want.
I run 4 ad blockers on my Firefox laptop. The Internet truly amazing without ads. However sometimes you have to let an ad through to get what you want.
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So has anyone found a way to make some sort of easy to use shortcut for tether yet? I don't need hacks for native tethering or anything as my plan includes it, I just want something to make it quicker to turn on the exiting tether without having to dive down so many damn levels into settings.
If your rooted you can edit the settings db to add it to the quick toggels
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I am rooted, are there any guides on how to edit that? I've been playing around with Tasker trying to get it to enable it thru there but so far no luck, I got it to run the provision check, but it doesn't turn on the tethering, I'm guessing it's a script and it runs something else after the check, but I can figure out how to duplicate it in Tasker.
Found the guide on how to add toggles missing toggles thru the setting.db and now it's working, thanks!
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As stated on the title, how can I remove ads in my Huawei P10 without rooting my phone? I know Adawy or Adguard can do the trick if you're rooted, but how if I'm not?
Is there a way we can do this via ADB shell command? I don't want to use DNS66 or any VPN that will eat my battery or RAM usage. I hope someone can answer this query. And I hope this is possible.
Thanks!
Hi.
As far as I know, there is no way to prevent ads from your phone without root.
Greets
I'm using blokada. It's just like dns66 and the others.
It's just open source, heavily developed and does not eat all my battery or resources.
blokada.org
I prefer Adguard on non-rooted devices. It's basically internal firewall and the reason it shows any battery usage is because its heading all the data through this firewall - but it's not really consuming much of the power. As a matter of fact it usually prolongs battery life if properly set up. Works like a charm with EMUI 5.1 tiles.
The pro version could cost just about 12$ for lifetime if purchased made in RUB. Strongly recommend to try a free trial.
Thanks for your feedback guys. I will consider your suggestions.
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Good day!
As stated on the title, how can I remove ads in my Huawei P10 without rooting my phone? I know Adawy or Adguard can do the trick if you're rooted, but how if I'm not?
Is there a way we can do this via ADB shell command? I don't want to use DNS66 or any VPN that will eat my battery or RAM usage. I hope someone can answer this query. And I hope this is possible.
Thanks!
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I recommend using Adguard DNS servers.. I'm pretty happy with it. Doesn't remove everything, but helps a lot.
-> https://adguard.com/en/adguard-dns/overview.html
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I recommend using Adguard DNS servers.. I'm pretty happy with it. Doesn't remove everything, but helps a lot.
-> https://adguard.com/en/adguard-dns/overview.html
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Thanks for this suggestion but this only works when you are connected to WiFi since you can modify your WiFi settings. But, how about if you're using your mobile data connection? I can't see any option where I can add Adguard DNS servers in mobile data settings. Any recommendations without using a third party app like DNS changer?
The only way to block ads without root is via a VPN - but most of those, including the ones mentioned above mean you have to rely on a 3rd party having access to all your traffic.
I'm using NetGuard and this uses the local VPN on the phone without an external server (unless you want to include one) - its by the same dev who wrote the amazing Xposed module called Xprivacy:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-netguard-root-firewall-t3233012
I think there is another way doing this. Is there anyway to mount /etc/ on computer, probably using adb?
If that is available as option, could generate hosts file using adaway no rooted device and copy manually file.
Could that be possible on locked device?
P10 Android 8 VTRL-29 8.0.0.360(C432)
Does it require root? And if so, is there a way to do it that is minimally impactful to the stock software already on the phone?
The reason I ask is that I've never been 100% satisfied with how custom ROMs have worked or how the phones I've had have seemed to experience issues post-hacking. Ideally I'd be able to keep what comes stock and just be able to make the ads go away, both apps and websites.
What would this group recommend for a new Moto X4?
How about set up OpenVPN and something like Pi Hole on your home network. Then when out & about VPN into your home network to get mobile ad blocking as well. Could be some cost and fiddling for sure.
Ya I hear you on that (having rooted devices in the past but not wanting to now)
For web browsing it's fairly easy. Install Firefox then the uBlock origin add on.
Thanks. Hoping for something non-browser specific if I can that also blocks ads inside apps. I did end up finding this and so far it's worked ok. It's a VPN proxy app.
https://android.gadgethacks.com/how...pps-without-root-extra-battery-drain-0174614/
Yeah its called buying the one thats not from amazon.
Yes, With Root you can Install AdAway. It simply populates your HOSTS file with all the ad sites, thus preventing any app from retrieving ads.
I'd recommend dns66, which is non-root and creates a local VPN provider for the sole purpose of blocking DNS queries to known ad hosts, similar to how the root apps do it except with the VPN instead of modifying /etc/hosts.
Although it does not remove the banner ads. Those ads probably come from a host that is not on blocklists; or since it comes through the app, it can't be singled out like normal.
Also, you currently cannot root the Amazon edition since the bootloader is not unlockable.
Over the weekend, I purchased a Galaxy S10. It’s the Verizon variant and as such wont get root. I’m actually not interested in root as my last phone was missing the last few years updates as I did the Ron Popiel, “Set it and forget it”. I’m all good there and am rather happy with it since I had an S5 running Lollipop.
Before upgrading, I asked some questions regarding whether I needed root as my main desire was to be able to use ad blocking software and block ads in applications. I was told to use Blokada. I’ve installed it and it’s not doing what I expected. What it does:
1. It installed a VPN which I keep having to turn on and off.
2. It does not block ads in all applications.
3. It prevents some apps from working: Spectrum, NFL…
Coming from AdAway, I was looking for a program that ran in the background and simply blocked ads. This program does not and now that it installed a VPN, It’s going to cause trouble for me when I want to use the corporate VPN to access my work computer. Besides, not being unobtrusive, the fact that it’s using a VPN means that whoever built the program now has access to my data stream.
Does some know if maybe I’ve misconfigured the program or if there is another program that I should use to achieve seamless background operation.
Maybe all I need is alterative DNS servers so ads won’t load. I’m not sure what to do.
Use Blokada or Adguard, or at least that's what I've used. I actually use paid version of Adguard but the other works fine
https://blokada.org/index.html
I'm using AdGuard DNS with a Quick Settings toggle I've made with Tasker to enable and disable it on the fly.
No app needed, it's fast and works like a charm even in apps or YouTube.
I need to disable it for public WiFi with login to make the login sites work, only. If I'm logged it I re-enable it.
I was using AdAway before but I wanted to try a rootless phone after I had issues with my USB Port and I like it.
I just tried Blokada again. I found that I could use the DNS frature and be protected from ads, but spectrum tells me, "VPN Unsupported". how do I get around this and not use VPN to block Ads?