How to block Ads

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🔧 *How to Block Ads Using Private DNS on Android (Android 12+)*

1. *Open Settings*

- Swipe down from the top and tap the *gear icon*, or open *Settings* from your app drawer.

2. *Go to “Connections”*

- Tap *Connections*.

3. *Select “More Connection Settings”*

- Scroll down and tap *More connection settings*.

4. *Tap “Private DNS”*

- You’ll see three options:

 - *Off*

 - *Automatic*

 - *Private DNS provider hostname*

5. *Choose “Private DNS provider hostname”*

- Enter one of these ad-blocking DNS hostnames:

 *AdGuard DNS (ad & tracker blocking):*

 - `dns.adguard.com`

 *AdGuard Family Protection (ads + adult content):*

 - `dns-family.adguard.com`

 *ControlD: 

 - `p2.freedns.controld.com`

 *Hagezi Pro: 

 -`x-hagezi-pro.freedns.controld.com`

 *Oisd:

 -`x-oisd.freedns.controld.com`

6. *Save and Exit*

- Tap *Save* or press back. Done!

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✅ *What It Blocks:*

- Ads in most browsers (Chrome, Samsung Internet).

- Many in-app ads (if loaded via DNS).

- Trackers and malicious domains.

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⚠️ *Notes:*

- Some in-app ads may still show (if hardcoded).

- If you enter the wrong DNS, your internet may stop working—double-check the address.