DNS Shield: DNS & Firewal

Name: DNS Shield: DNS & Firewal
Rating: 4.0826445 (10127 reviews)
Author: Ashwath Hegde

By: Ashwath Hegde App

Private, encrypted DNS plus a firewall

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

976,153 ▲ 187

Data as of 2026-09-02

Rating:

4.08 +1

(10,127)

Version:

Last updated: 2026-08-30

Ranking

#69,097 ▼ 192

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Adblock Firewall (Adkiller Firewall) is a DNS-based privacy firewall for Android phones and tablets that removes intrusive ads, trackers and malicious sites system-wide without requiring root. It intercepts unwanted content in browsers, apps and games to deliver a cleaner, faster and safer browsing experience while reducing data usage and saving battery life.

Key features include DNS-based blocking of ads, trackers, adult/gambling and malicious websites, per-app internet blocking, network monitoring, and the ability to allow or block any site directly from the firewall. Compatible with all web browsers and games, Adblock Firewall helps prevent malvertising and data collection, provides malware protection, and can reduce mobile data consumption by up to 20%. Download to enjoy improved privacy, performance and control over your mobile network traffic.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security Advertising

By:

Ashwath Hegde

Downloads:

976,153 187

Rating:

4.08

(10,127) 1 new ratings

Version:

61 Last updated: 2026-08-30

Version code:

Creation date:

2021-09-25

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES High risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

13.12MB

Email:

ko*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-02

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 69,097 ▼ 192

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Developed by:

Ashwath Hegde

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shortc.adfree.adblocker

Email:

ko*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://l4fe309df.app-ads-txt.com

User Reviews

Users generally appreciate the app for significantly reducing ads in games and apps and its ease of use, especially with a low-cost premium version. However, multiple reports highlight issues such as interference with apps like Spotify, occasional ads slipping through, and functional disruptions including black screens and login problems. Changes to the app have removed some useful features like video ad blocking on YouTube. Despite imperfections, it remains a popular choice for ad reduction without needing to pay for premium streaming services.

Pros

Effectively reduces the number of ads in games and apps, providing a better user experience.
Offers premium version at a low one-time cost that enhances functionalities and allows specific blocking.
Easy to use with simple activation and management features like managing system apps to control ad blocking behavior.
Free to use and works well in many apps, including blocking YouTube ads and ads before music videos.
Provides significant ad reduction without needing to pay for premium subscriptions like YouTube Music Premium.

Cons

Sometimes causes apps like Spotify to malfunction or stop streaming music despite whitelisting attempts.
Not perfect; occasional ads slip through and some games/apps may display black screens or errors requiring app restart.
Free version limits control such as granular WiFi control per app, affecting image loading and app functionality.
Changes in app features (removal of premium trial buttons and video ad blocking) have reduced its effectiveness in blocking YouTube ads.
The app uses VPN-based ad blocking which can interfere with app logins and normal operation of certain applications.

Recent reviews

All of sudden ads seem to be slipping through with some apps after this new version has been released

*****, 2026-08-15

Very good blocker for the price. I do wish it was a little bit better at identifying and blocking advertisers without me needing to manually block a lot of them myself, but it's not a bad app.