# InternetGuard no root Firewall

> Block internet access for any app with a powerful no-root Android firewall

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/nhg.afghan.InternetGuard](https://chrome-stats.com/d/nhg.afghan.InternetGuard)

## Overview

- **ID:** `nhg.afghan.InternetGuard`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Nasrat Holding Group
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 57,556
- **Rating:** 4.26 / 5 (498 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.8.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-30
- **First published:** 2020-05-22
- **Publisher country:** AF
- **Size:** 8.26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nhg.afghan.InternetGuard)
- **Website:** [https://taqwim.af](https://taqwim.af/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/internet-guard-policy/](https://sites.google.com/view/internet-guard-policy/)

## Description

**InternetGuard No Root Firewall** empowers Android users with complete control over their internet access without requiring root access. Easily block or allow internet connectivity for individual apps via Wi-Fi or mobile data. With real-time notifications, intuitive controls, and data usage monitoring, users can protect their privacy and optimize battery and data consumption effortlessly.

Featuring a streamlined interface, InternetGuard is suitable for all users looking to secure their device from unauthorized internet connections and web attacks. Key advantages include monitoring app data usage, managing addresses per app, receiving alerts on internet attempts, and compatibility with Android 5.1+. The app uses VpnService technology to create secure data tunnels ensuring user privacy is maintained. Perfect for privacy advocates, parents, professionals, and anyone wanting granular control over online app behavior.

## Rankings

- #282,134 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `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.NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `nhg.afghan.InternetGuard.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `nhg.afghan.InternetGuard.permission.ADMIN`

## Review summary

Users appreciate InternetGuard for effectively managing app internet access, reducing cellular data usage, and being user-friendly. However, multiple reviews mention excessive ads, app crashes, failure to show or block system apps, UI glitches, and occasional device performance issues. Despite these drawbacks, many users find it reliable and valuable for network protection.

### Pros

- Effectively blocks apps from internet access and helps reduce cellular data usage.
- User-friendly and not complicated to use.
- Provides good protection for the phone's network access.
- Highly appreciated by users for its performance and free availability.

### Cons

- Excessive ads displayed within the app causing annoyance.
- Does not show or block system apps, only installed third-party apps.
- App stability issues including frequent crashes shortly after opening.
- UI glitches reported along with confusing notification badges.
- Some users report the app causing device overheating and not effectively blocking internet access.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/nhg.afghan.InternetGuard)