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[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
There aren't really many drawbacks to using automatic HTTP proxy mode once you have your phone rooted. Pros are obvious -- you are able to run AdGuard along with other VPN apps. One negative aspect is that some specific connections of certain apps to some nonstandard ports may not be blocked. Overall, this is not too noticeable of a drawback, and we recommend using automatic proxy if you have root.

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Replied in a PM.

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I'll consult the devs, maybe we'll do some testing if needed, and I will come back with an answer a bit later.

EDIT: yep, just as [MENTION=1761297]thedicemaster[/MENTION] mentioned, ad blocking doesn't work alongside tethering, regardless of vpn or proxy mode.
[Android Apps and Games] Goku80:
Still getting ads in the app thisisanfield. You guys did help me out by inputting a user filter but the ads are back again. Any assistance please?
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
We need to know what ads exactly are missed this time. Can you please report the ad via "Send feedback" --> "Missed ad or tracker"? The reporting tool will ask you for a screenshot of the missed ad, so take it in advance please.
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
[Added] Notification channels #1561

you say this adds control, but it also takes some away.

it's now no longer possible to disable the persistent "active" notification without also disabling the "disabled" notification.
[Android Apps and Games] BabylonDreams:
Set importance to "low".

You can click on every channel for more configuration options
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
that'll just shrink the notification.

it used to be possible to disable the constant notification completely while still getting a notification if adguard was automatically disabled.
[Android Apps and Games] BabylonDreams:
You mean if it was disabled because of another VPN then you were still getting the notification even it was set to none in Adguard's prefs?
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
in the past I had the persistent "adguard is running" notification disabled in adguard's settings, but still got an "adguard paused" notification if I enabled tethering or lost internet connection.

with the latest version they're both tied to the "adguard status" group, so disabling either also disables the other.
[Android Apps and Games] Kutzki:
Honestly pissed. Have a lifetime license and this bloody thing is making em download a browser with no way to bypass this? I am not using random browsers. System wide my butt.
[Android Apps and Games] ianmacd:
Making you download a browser? How? And which one?
[Android Apps and Games] yochananmarqos:
Sounds like you installed the AdGuard Content Blocker from the Play Store. You're right, that version only works with a few specific browsers. The full version of AdGuard is not allowed in the Play Store and can be downloaded from https://www.adguard.com.
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
True, that's a downside, can't argue with that. But to implement this feature we had to somehow group the notifications, and the current system seemed the most natural. We could jump through some hoops to display the "adguard paused" notification even with disabled protection status notification, but it would surely lead to a bigger confusion somewhere else.
[Android Apps and Games] kojak1989:
[MENTION=6134748]Daria, Adguard Team[/MENTION]

Can you add notification when new version arrive ?
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
it already gives a notification.
[Android Apps and Games] belloni:
I've installed this, paid for the license and set up, but it ads are still showing on XDA for example? Didn't have this problem with Blokada unless I've not done something in settings? Can anyone help please, thanks.

I've enabled HTTPS filtering also.
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
Some things to check:

- What filters do you have enabled? Make sure you have at least English and Mobile filters on.

- If you don't have "High-quality" filtering mode already selected in the settings, try switching to it.

- Check "Apps Management" screen to ensure that filtering is enabled for your browser.

Also, do you see ads on other websites?
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
Any way to make your module work on magisk for Android P? ?
[Android Apps and Games] Wrapp:
Using it it proxy mode since about 2 weeks now. The advantage with the other VPN is clear to me. However, since I use the proxy mode Adguard regularly "stops". The icon in the status bar disappears and my apps have no internet connection until i re-enable Adguard manually. This doesn't happen while the phone is sleeping, it happens during normal usage (browsing,...).

I use Adguard 2.11. And idea?
[Android Apps and Games] Dium:
:good:
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
Do you mean that this doesn't happen in VPN mode, only in proxy? What is your OS version and device model?

Also, you may want to try out the 2.12 beta version, it has quite a few changes and improvements.
[Android Apps and Games] Wrapp:
Yes, only in proxy but not in vpn mode. OnePlus5t, newest beta (android 8.1).

I will try the newer beta of Adguard...
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
Yeah I have the same issue, I always used VPN mode until I installed Android p and couldn't get rid of the VPN notification. Root mode works but seems more finicky for sure. I was running the beta at the time so switched back to stable and same issues.
[Android Apps and Games] yochananmarqos:
You can remove the VPN icon in the status bar with SystemUI Tuner by Zachary Wander.
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
Good to know that app can do it, have you found a way to remove it from quick settings?
[Android Apps and Games] Wrapp:
Yes, switch off in proxy mode still happens for me in the newest Beta as well (OnePlus 5T, Android 8.1).

Should I upload a Logcat somewhere? I'm not too experienced with logat, do I have to have logcat running while AdGuard switches off, or is it OK to get a logcat after it happened?
[Android Apps and Games] DominatingSystem:
AdGuard doesn't work good since the last updates.

I see ads in every app. 9gag, Browser etc

I don't know what happened but I test blokada and all my ads are gone.

I hope AdGuard will fix the problems soon.

Edit:

Ok, I see the latest beta works again. But I must reinstall all. But...now it works.

Great
[Android Apps and Games] yochananmarqos:
There may be an Xposed module that could, I'm not sure.
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
There is but that doesn't help me on Android Pie
[Android Apps and Games] yochananmarqos:
I meant to say I think Xposed is the only way. That is, unless a Substratum theme could accomplish it.
[Android Apps and Games] Dark_Eyes_:
AdGuard breaks internet connection on mobile data when in proxy mode (root). It doesn't work at all but it works on wifi. VPN works fine for both mobile data and wifi.

Pixel 2 XL on Android 9 Pie

AdGuard 2.12.171

Let me know what kind of log you need. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
Take into account that no icon means lower priority and therefore more chances that the system may kill it. Also, we collected some tips on how to stop the system from killing AG in this article: https://kb.adguard.com/en/android/solving-problems/background-work

You probably know it all already, but it won't hurt.

Also paging [MENTION=3078843]Wrapp[/MENTION]

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Here's an instruction on collecting the log:

https://kb.adguard.com/en/android/solving-problems/log#debug

Please send it to support and post here your helpdesk ID.
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
Hard to judge by the incomplete log. Maybe the problem is caused by the use of IPv6, but to tell for sure we need to see the full log. Could you send it to support@adguard.com please and then post here your helpdesk ID?
[Android Apps and Games] Tatsch:
Hi, is there somebody who can explain the difference between:

- Menu: DNS enable/disable

and

- Settings > Filter > Ad Blocker > "Simplified domain names blocker" enable/disable

Does it mean the same thing? Better enabling only one of these or both?

Thx
[Android Apps and Games] >`xW0:
I'm unable to use Wi-Fi Hotspot (tethering) from smartphone after update to 2.12.140. I can enable/disable the Hotspot, but I can't connect to it (no traffic).

Downgrading to any other versions doesn't solve the problem. And it looks like even the uninstallation does not work, clearing cache the same.

Are there some adb commands that can be used to fix the problem?
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
Hi!

For the end user the result is the same. The only difference is the method used:

with DNS filtering we intercept DNS requests (we do it locally) and route them to a "blackhole";

with SDN filter we use regular filter rules that block domains.
[Android Apps and Games] tehrzky:
its working tnx.. just a question is this the same method on adblock on pc(subscription list) or it was using a vpn? is this working without turning on the vpn(lock icon on statusbar)?
[Android Apps and Games] NvWatts:
I've been using adguard for a few days now and I like it but whenever I disable it I can't get on the net on none of the browsers on my phone. Can anyone help me out on how to do to fix this?
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
I didn't get the question, what do you mean? Local VPN is just a method to intercept/filter traffic on your device and without ROOT. The filtering itself is controlled by filter subscriptions.

More info about subscription it uses now:

https://adguard.com/en/filters.html

In future we will allow to add any filter subscription, but for now the list is limited.

You may use "Proxy" filtering mode instead. If you have root it will be rather easy. Otherwise you'll have to set it up for each Wi-Fi network. More information about proxy mode is in app FAQ.

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I have a few questions:

1. What device do you use?

2. Android version?

3. Which filtering mode is selected in AG advanced settings? Proxy or VPN?
[Android Apps and Games] NvWatts:
I have a Verizon s5 using on At&t, android version is 5.0, and filter mode is VPN
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
Do you have this issue with both Wi-Fi and mobile connection?
[Android Apps and Games] NvWatts:
No just wifi
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
So everything is good when you're on mobile connection, right?

Do you have IPv6 access over wi-fi? You check it simply by trying ipv6.google.com.
[Android Apps and Games] NvWatts:
So just type ipv6.google.com in the address bar? If so I did and it says Web page not available
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
Ok, good, so IPv6 is not enabled.

Am I right that rebooting device helps with net access (when AG is disabled)?

My guess is that for some reason your device cannot restore network routes when you disable VPN. Maybe some bug of the firmware (it is possible that updating it will help).

You can also try the other way:

1. Go to Settings->Advanced Settings->Low-level settings

2. Enable "pref.vpn.ipv6.disable"

3. Reboot the device and check if it help.

This setting will disable IPv6 on your device for both mobile and Wi-Fi. Thus VPN configuration will be simpler so maybe your device will be able to restore from it. This method has one drawback: in some cases (again, depends on the device/rom) MMS may stop working, that's why by default we don't do it.
[Android Apps and Games] NvWatts:
I just tried it and still not working
[Android Apps and Games] Jay794:
Does it block ads in games?
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
if you pay for a subscription it will work systemwide, and should block ads in most games.

if you use it without subscription it will only block ads on websites.
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
Oh I am sorry for the delay, I've had my hands full lately:(

So, if it does not help, then I guess the only way to fix this is to get OS update.
[Android Apps and Games] sonvegeta:
I'm using Adblock Plus until now and I didn't see so much results to rely on... Let's see if Adguard works, and I hope so.
[Android Apps and Games] Reznorek:
App still blocks downloading music from Google Music
[Android Apps and Games] n_boy86:
[MENTION=6150471]avatar_adg[/MENTION] problem , the app is slowing device android down instead of to fast up the device , and its still no block pop up ads on page in website on windows. am i doing something wrong please help. im gonna pay this asap but i dont wnat to pay for something that not working 100% , get back cheers
[Android Apps and Games] DonAndress:
How is the battery consumption?

Significant?

TapaTalked from i9506
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
Hi! Sorry for the delay, I am here again.

I have a few questions:

1. Which device do you have? Which Android version?

2. What is exact version of Adguard you use?

3. What do you mean "slowing down"? Websites are loaded slowly? Any website or a particular one?

4. Where exactly does it miss popup ads? (page address)

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Do you have some free time to help us narrow it down? This new version has an ability to capture network traffic into a "pcap" file which we can then analyze and understand what's wrong. If you have free time and ready to help, I'll send an instruction on how to capture the traffic.
[Android Apps and Games] exodius48:
Can it block ads from 2G/3G/3.5G network?
[Android Apps and Games] avatar_adg:
Yes of course.
[Android Apps and Games] Tatsch:
[MENTION=9330932]VasilyBagirov[/MENTION] Thx for reply!

So there isn't a method of both to be preferred?
[Android Apps and Games] Nastrahl:
Lists include content blocking, so you can make ads placeholders not showing.

You have a better control of what to block or not too, making custom whitelist / blacklist or such.

You can't control anything with DNS blocking.
[Android Apps and Games] Tatsch:
Ok, but until now DNS is enabled in combination with some other filters (not "Simplified domain names") - I don't see any placeholders.

But it might be faster?

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I found an article by Adguard (two years old, app had different user interface), and they suggested to enable both of them (DNS filtering AND "Simplified domain names filter), if DNS filtering is wanted:

https://adguard.com/en/blog/great-battery-saving-mode-of-adguard-for-android/

Hmm...

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And more, found a statement of [MENTION=6150471]avatar_adg[/MENTION] :

And:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Adguard/comments/7nttfn/adguard_for_android_dns_settings_confusion/

This is what I wanted to know... ;)
[Android Apps and Games] xflowy:
second this. has this been fixed?
[Android Apps and Games] Nastrahl:
Thanks I didn't know all of that.

About content filtering it's normal it still working with DNS enabled, since another lists may filter the same contents.

Still, here I've got some issues with DNS enabled that I don't work SDN in some apps, that can't connect anymore.
[Android Apps and Games] romracer:
Last I tested, no, it had not been fixed. That was in 2.12.178 or something. I see a couple of newer nightlies but nothing in the changelog indicates it's been fixed.

The logs I've read all say "Connection timed out" so I'm not sure where Adguard is trying to route the connections.

The latest stable works okay for me on Android 9, but it gets killed pretty routinely. I was hoping to use the oom_adj in the 2.12 series to see if it fixed it, but can't really go without mobile data working.
[Android Apps and Games] dmarden:
Adguard doesn't seem to have any impact on my mobile connection (root / proxy mode). Pixel 2XL, 9.0.

Must be additional factors.
[Android Apps and Games] xflowy:
strange. kills mobile data completely for me and wifi after some time!
[Android Apps and Games] yochananmarqos:
The additional factor seems to be that some carriers like T-Mobile use IPv6 exclusively. AdGuard can't seem to deal with that. I reported the issue over a year ago.
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
I'm on stock Android Pie on Pixel 2 XL and I find the rooted method WAY more finicky than VPN one. I keep having to toggle adguard off and on when accessing apps like xda labs forums and terrarium tv. If I put it on VPN mode it just works 99% of the time. The problem is then I'm stuck with an ugly Device connected to AdGuard message right below my quick setting tiles.
[Android Apps and Games] romracer:
What version of Adguard?
[Android Apps and Games] dmarden:
At the moment it's 2.12.184, but I install every release.
[Android Apps and Games] kojak1989:
[MENTION=6134748]Daria, Adguard Team[/MENTION]

How can I get the premium code for translations?
[Android Apps and Games] Reechings:
Uninstalled beta and reinstalled 2.11.81 stable and local proxy mode works WAY better.
[Android Apps and Games] Daria Adguard Team:
AdGuard for android v2.12.187 beta

Transitioning to a new filtering engine rarely goes smoothly, and we too faced quite a few problems. That was somewhat expected, so there was no need to panic — rather, a need to do a lot of work. Which we did! The CoreLibs themselves underwent an update to a new version; we fixed several crashes and network-related issues along the way, and even extended our tasker API. Now it’s your turn! Help us find more stuff to fix!

[Added] Extended Tasker API: proxy settings #1972

Hopefully, you’ve already had a chance to test the new tasker API. This beta will give you something new to play with: proxy settings. Two new actions become available: proxy_state and proxy_default. The first one enables/disables the outbound proxy, the latter sets any of the previously configured proxies as default. More detailed description of these actions is in our KB article.

Networking

[Changed] If configured, outbound proxy must be used even if ad blocking is disabled for an app #1959

[Fixed] AdGuard does not use the fallback DNS server when the primary server times out #2042

[Fixed] Protection doesn't restart when changing mode of HTTPS filtering #2011

UI

[Added] Bulk change option for “HTTPS filtering” preference #2010

[Changed] Hide export option when User filter is empty #1995

[Fixed] "I agree with Terms" button is not visible if scale is enlarged in Android settings #2036

[Fixed] The toggle button icon missing from the notification drawer on Huawei P10 Premium #1996

Other

[Added] An option to reset HTTPS filtering's whitelist or blacklist to default #1707

[Added] Hindi [hi-IN] localization #1998

[Changed] Remove comments from HTTPS white/black list for CL configuration #2044

[Changed] Start using ProcessHealthStats instead of scanning proc-stat for calculating AdGuard's own battery usage #1967

[Fixed] The app hangs when press cancel button in bulk change setting of apps management #2056

[Fixed] HTTPS whitelist entries can't be deleted if there is a request in search box #2041

[Fixed] HTTPS whitelist entries not saving #2026

[Fixed] Importing a backup from the stable version breaks DNS settings #2034

[Fixed] Compatibility issues

Apk is available here in the Downloads section.

This build on Github

Available in XDA Labs app
[Android Apps and Games] pianistaPL:
Could you tell me how to manually configure proxy mode without root? I was always using proxy mode with root but on my new phone I don't have root yet. Also, is there any way to move HTTPS certifications to the system store without root? I believe not, but maybe...
[Android Apps and Games] thedicemaster:
moving anything to system requires root.

however you can remove notifications triggered by the presence of a user certificate using autonotification.

only works for real notifications though, it doesn't work if the message is a banner attached to the toggles in the notification area.

but maybe you can hide that one with systemui tuner.
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
You shouldn't notice any difference in performance between regular and DNS filtering modes.

The article is rather old, not sure if everything was the same back then. I think we just played it safe there, in reality SDN filter and DNS filtering will grant exactly same results.

PS: I see now, avatar's post clarifies everything indeed.

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There's a new beta rolled out today, try it. If it doesn't help, could you also send us your logs please?

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Contact translate@adguard.com please.

Also, this KB article should be helpful for you:

https://kb.adguard.com/en/general/adguard-translations

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Honestly, running proxy mode without root won't serve you any good. It used to be the case if you were willing to jump through some hoops, but now you wouldn't even be able to filter HTTPS and/or mobile data. My advice is to stick to VPN mode until you get your phone rooted.

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What about the new beta? Same problems?
[Android Apps and Games] mystifiyer:
I have problem getting Adguard to start on boot. Used latest Stable, Beta and Nightly; neither helps.

Enabled Adguard to start on boot, set Tasker to run it on Device Boot also can't. Intent (start) works only when Adguard is manually started.

Using OnePlus 6 with debloated rom. Other apps able to auto start in boot without issue (eg Tasker). Rooted with Magisk.

Appreciate any info.

Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
That's actually expected, AdGuard may take a while to boot, especially with Magisk.

But in your case, actually, it is probably a OnePlus issue.
[Android Apps and Games] mystifiyer:
Ya, figured it out yesterday. Once I'm on LOS based OS, everything works as it should.

Thanks for the help :)
[Android Apps and Games] Wrapp:
I'm using the app Flightradar24.

Having the latest beta of adguard installed the app works ok in Adguard local VPN mode. When i open the app data traffic starts immediately and I see the map and planes.

When I switch to local http proxy nothing happens for about 1 minute after opening the app. No nap and no planes are displayed, I see no data traffic. After the minute, everything seems to work as expected...

Any idea?
[Android Apps and Games] VasilyBagirov:
We had no issues with it during testing. Your phone is rooted right? The proxy is automatic?

Either way, I think we need to see logs again. Will you be able to reproduce the issue and collect them please?
[Android Apps and Games] Wrapp:
I have to apologize. Adguard doesn't seem to cause the Flightradar trouble. I have some other issues with my phone (play store needs many minutes before it starts a download)..

No idea why, but it might be related to the Flightradar behavior.

Sorry again
[Android Apps and Games] romracer:
It definitely seems to be something with IPv6 and mobile carriers. I use T-Mobile and am definitely affected.

I did some testing and I found that if I added 2607:7700::/32 to the IPv6 exclusion list, then my mobile data works again. This is tested with the latest beta and this fix would be specific to T-Mobile (that address range is their 464XLAT space). Interestingly, I've noticed that IPv6 test tools (test-ipv6.com, ipv6test.google.com, etc) now say I don't have IPv6 support and everything is translated to IPv4 through the 464XLAT.

This could be a bug in the new Adguard beta though as I also have a full IPv4/IPv6 network at home and IPv6 fails here too (though it works on my PC). I haven't looked in logcat for SELinux denies, etc.

And just to confirm, I'm also using root / automatic proxy on Pixel 2 XL / Android 9.