# InternetGuard No Root Firewall

> It's a NO ROOT Firewall that provides simple ways to data saver.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard](https://chrome-stats.com/d/eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard)

## Overview

- **ID:** `eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SheikhSoft
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 5,461,495
- **Rating:** 4.06 / 5 (47,910 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.50
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-23
- **First published:** 2017-12-21
- **Publisher country:** BD
- **Size:** 4.15 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard)
- **Website:** [http://www.sheikhsoft.com](http://www.sheikhsoft.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sheikhsoft.github.io/internetguard/privacy.html](https://sheikhsoft.github.io/internetguard/privacy.html)

## Description

InternetGuard No Root Firewall is a powerful Android app that lets users control which applications can access the internet via Wi-Fi or mobile data. Without requiring root access, it provides a straightforward way to save data and battery by blocking unwanted app network connections, including background activity and adult websites. The app boasts privacy by not calling home or tracking users, supports IPv4/IPv6, tethering, and multiple users, and offers features like per-app allow/block controls, notifications for new app internet access, and detailed data usage stats.

Designed with a clean material theme and customizable light/dark modes, InternetGuard includes advanced features such as network speed graphs, traffic logs, filtering, and export capabilities. It uses a VPN interface to implement firewall protections securely without stealing or transmitting user data. Actively supported and compatible with Android 5.1 and above, InternetGuard offers comprehensive data control and privacy enhancement for mobile users who want easy yet effective firewall protection.

## Rankings

- #22,717 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard.permission.ADMIN`

## Review summary

Users largely describe InternetGuard as a very good/nice app and useful, but recurring startup blockers tied to terms acceptance prevent first-time use. Glitches contribute to instability, and occasional net-blocking auto-turn-off requires manual reactivation, tempering the otherwise positive sentiment.

### Pros

- Generally positive reception: described as very good/good/nice.
- App is perceived as useful/helpful (some reviewers mention usefulness).
- Explicit praise exists (e.g., 'excellent work' / 'love this app').

### Cons

- Startup blocked by terms and conditions acceptance (last-step swipe/accept prevents starting the app).
- Bugs and glitches causing instability or not working properly.
- Net-blocking feature can turn off automatically, requiring daily manual reactivation.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/eu.sheikhsoft.internetguard)