# Ad Defender – Firewall

> Protect your privacy with a local firewall and DNS filter using root or VPN mode

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.polarisvortex.addefender](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.polarisvortex.addefender)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.polarisvortex.addefender`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Polaris Vortex
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 288
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-10
- **First published:** 2025-11-09
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 6.48 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.polarisvortex.addefender)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/addefenderfirewalladblocker/home](https://sites.google.com/view/addefenderfirewalladblocker/home)

## Description

Ad Defender – Firewall is a powerful network security and privacy tool that gives you complete control over your device’s connections.<br><br>Using Android’s built-in VPN interface, it filters and monitors traffic locally — ensuring no data ever leaves your device.<br><br>Protect your privacy, manage which apps can access the internet, and secure your network from unsafe or unwanted connections — all within a clean and modern Material Design 3 interface.<br><br>Key Features<br>• 📝 Root / VPN Mode – Operate in root mode for complete access or VPN mode on non-rooted devices.<br>• 🌟 Material 3 Interface – Sleek, intuitive design for a modern Android experience.<br>• 🔒 DNS Filtering – Use custom or predefined DNS lists to restrict unsafe or unwanted domains.<br>• 🚀 Logs &amp; Insights – Monitor real-time network activity and domain access.<br>• 🔐 Install Notifications – Get alerts when new apps are installed.<br>• ⚡ Performance Optimized – Lightweight, efficient, and battery-friendly.<br>• 📶 Network Control – Manage Wi-Fi and mobile data permissions per app.<br>• 🧭 Packet Tracing – View detailed connection information for diagnostics.<br><br>Why Choose Ad Defender<br>• Safeguards your data from malicious and unsafe domains.<br>• Works entirely offline with no remote servers.<br>• Fully functional on both rooted and non-rooted devices.<br>• Offers clear visibility into all network activity.<br>• Provides flexible DNS and firewall configurations for ultimate privacy.<br><br>Transparency<br>This app does not interfere with third-party apps or services.<br>All filtering and analysis occur locally on your device, ensuring privacy and full Play policy compliance.<br><br>Credits<br>Based on Athena by Kin69, licensed under GNU GPL v3.<br>Modified and enhanced by Polaris Vortex in accordance with the license.<br><br>Source Code:<br>https://github.com/PolarisVortex/Firewall-Adblocker

## Rankings

- #1,569,448 — Overall
- #35 — ad

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SYSTEM_EXEMPTED`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.polarisvortex.addefender.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.polarisvortex.addefender)