# AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)

> \[ROOT\] AFWall+ is a front-end application for the powerful iptables firewall.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.ukanth.ufirewall](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.ukanth.ufirewall)

## Overview

- **ID:** `dev.ukanth.ufirewall`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** portgenix
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 955,014
- **Rating:** 4.27 / 5 (9,657 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-06
- **First published:** 2012-12-06
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.ukanth.ufirewall)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/ukanth/afwall](https://github.com/ukanth/afwall)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://ukanth.github.io/policy/afwallfree.html](https://ukanth.github.io/policy/afwallfree.html)

## Description

**AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)** is a root-required front-end for the powerful iptables Linux firewall, designed to give you granular control over app network access on your Android device. It lets you restrict applications from accessing data networks like 2G/3G, Wi-Fi, roaming, VPN, and LAN connections.

Key features include a material-inspired UI, support for Android 5.x to 11.x, multiple profile management, import/export of firewall rules, task automation integration, roaming options, IPV4/IPV6 support, Tor support, and advanced log viewing with export. The app supports ARM, x86, and MIPS devices and offers multi-language translations. AFWall+ is open source, regularly updated via beta programs, and backed by an active community available on XDA forums. For advanced users requiring robust app network control, AFWall+ offers comprehensive firewall capabilities on rooted devices.

## Rankings

- #70,028 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `dev.ukanth.ufirewall.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

AFWall+ is praised for strong, granular app firewall control, especially on rooted devices, and is seen as essential by many. However, users report recurring issues: it often requires root to function, faces iptables rule application problems, crashes after updates or when logging is enabled, and has UI performance concerns in newer versions. Some connectivity problems are also noted. Overall, its firewall power is valued, with ongoing maintenance helping address issues.

### Pros

- Powerful, granular per-app firewall control over internet access.
- Best Admin app for rooted devices; highly recommended for root users.
- Generally positive, with many users calling it an awesome/must-have firewall.
- Active maintenance and updates from the developer.

### Cons

- Not usable on non-rooted devices; requires root for core functionality.
- IPTables compatibility issues; errors applying rules or missing support for targets/chains.
- Crashes or instability, especially after updates or when logging is enabled.
- Performance/UI issues in recent versions (frustrating scrolling, UI freezes).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.ukanth.ufirewall)