YouTube debuts a new banner in its war against ad blockers. But what does it actually do?
YouTube escalates its war against ad blockers. But it's nothing we haven't seen before.
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AdGuard Mail update: small tweaks, big convenience
The new version of AdGuard Mail comes with several improvements to make managing your emails easier. -
Popular Chrome extensions, including ad blockers, got hijacked. Learn how to protect yourself
In February 2025, GitLab Threat Intelligence team identified at least 16 malicious Chrome extensions affecting over 3.2 million users. These extensions used to be legit, installed through official browser stores from the trusted developers, but were later corrupted via malicious ‘updates’. -
From bad to worse: Autoplay ads forced on users before they even start watching TV
Ads is the first thing you see once you turn on your TV. Sounds nightmarish? This popular TV vendor may want to make it a thing. -
TechTok #6. How to deal with fingerprinting
In this TechTok issue we talk about digital fingerprinting. What is it and how can you mitigate its negative impact on your privacy? -
What is a masked email?
What is a masked email, how to mask an email address? Learn how masked emails protect your privacy, reduce spam, and keep your personal inbox secure. -
What are two security risks of sending confidential files via email?
What are two security risks of sending confidential files via email? Learn about potential threats like data interception and unauthorized access, and how to protect sensitive information. -
TechTok #5. Can I trust this?
We interact with countless applications, programs, extensions, messengers and browsers. How can we be sure that they all can be trusted? -
Ad blocking extensions you’ve been using for years are no longer – here are your options
Due to Google’s upcoming policy changes, a lot of ad-blocking and utility extensions are already, or soon will be, unavailable in Chrome. If you're wondering how to adjust to these changes, here are some options to consider. -
What is a honeypot in crypto?
Wondering what is a honeypot in crypto? Learn how these scams work, how to identify them, and the best ways to protect your investments from crypto fraud.
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Installation
AdGuard for Android is available in the following app stores:
AdGuard can’t be published on Google Play. For more details, check out our blog. If you’re using Google Play, follow these instructions to manually install AdGuard for Android.
1. Allow downloading
If your browser displays a warning, allow downloading adguard.apk.
Installation permissions
If installations from your browser are not allowed, you’ll get a notification. In this notification, tap Settings → Allow from this source.
Note for Samsung users with One UI 6 (Android 14) and newer
On some Samsung devices, the Auto Blocker feature may prevent APK installations. To install the app:
Open your device settings.
Go to Security and privacy.
Scroll down and tap Auto Blocker.
Disable the setting.
You can re-enable this feature after the installation.
2. Install the app
In the pop-up dialog, tap Install.
3. Launch the app
Wait for the installation to complete and tap Open. All done!
Scan to download
Use any QR-code reader available on your device
Scan to download
Use any QR-code reader available on your device
Download an older AdGuard version?
This OS version isn’t supported. You can use an older version of AdGuard, but it won't receive updates
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