How to block ads on Android Smartphone Any Version Working 100%

How to block ads on Android ??

Since the dawn of time man has sought ways to avoid being bombarded by ads at every turn.  Even the caveman of yesteryear would consistently run into cave drawings promising rounder wheels or hotter fire.  Fast forward a few millennia and here we are with our Android devices being harassed at every turn by advertisements.  While some apps have paid versions to remove ads, some do not offer such a possibility; hence new methods of ad blocking came to be.  There are various methods for achieving a relatively ad-free experience on Android, all of which are not very difficult to employ. Now you should know that XDA is funded by ads. Our 10 servers (we literally have 10), our workers, our belly dancers, and our premium liquor selection wouldn’t be possible if we had no ads. So don’t block ads. But if you want to, this guide will help you.

Ad Blocking Apps

One of the longest running and still very effective methods is to use an app whose sole purpose is to block ads.  The following APKs will do the trick, just make sure your device is rooted first.

AdGuard

AdGuard can be downloaded directly from the AdGuard website and offers a nice selection of content control tools. Use AdGuard for ad blocking, privacy protection, browsing security and parental control.

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AdLock

AdLock is a blocking solution that has options for PC and Android. It’s an easy way to block in-game ads or browser ads while using your phone. You’ll even have the option to block specific websites and filter all of your traffic through HTTPS secure filtering.

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AdAway

An app that has been around for a very long time, yet still functions extremely well is AdAway.  Download the latest APK from here and just move it to your device’s storage.  Now in Settings -> Security make sure that Unknown Sources is checked to on.

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You then fire up your favorite file explorer and tap the APK file, which will begin the installation process.  Once it is installed you can open up the app.  The first thing to select is Download Files and apply ad blocking.  It will go through its procedure while you sip your hot coffee, and once it is complete you are good to go.  You also have the option to disable ad blocking if you so choose.

Just restart your phone and you are now ad-free!

Adblock Plus

A similar application to AdAway, this works the same way.  Download from here and install the same way.  Once you open the app, you will see the following screen.  Just hit OK.

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This next screen has various options.  If you want to hide the icon it gives you a couple ways to do it.  The advanced settings have options to start at boot, refresh, and refresh over WiFi.  I disable the WiFi option because it does not take up that much data.

Just reboot your device and you are set!

Browser

Now for mobile browsing, you’ve got another solution!

Adblock Browser for Android

This browser has generally favorable reviews and will block a lot of online content while browsing.  

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So whatever method you use, you should now be able to use your Android device ad-free and rid yourself of those intrusions! Now we have to go break the news to our belly dancers…