{"package_name":"app.pwhs.blockads","name":"BlockAds: Clean Internet","summary":"Block ads & trackers system-wide. Firewall, SafeSearch, profiles","category":"Security","icon_url":"/api/icon/app.pwhs.blockads","latest_version_code":50,"latest_version_name":"6.5.1","apk_url":"/api/apk/app.pwhs.blockads","apk_size":17819768,"apk_sha256":"2202dc4869c2ee16f8df78b845850942c1282d9f60af6058cb715e6c803e2970","source_kind":"fdroid-repo","repo_slug":"izzyondroid","last_updated":1781481611,"release_timestamp":1781459016,"description":"<p>Tired of intrusive ads slowing down your phone? BlockAds blocks ads across all your apps and browsers with just one tap — no root required.</p><p><b>KEY FEATURES</b></p><ul><li>System-Wide Ad Blocking: Smart DNS-based filtering for every app and browser. No root access required.</li><li>Privacy Protection: Blocks trackers and spyware. Zero data collection — everything stays locally on your device.</li><li>App Firewall &amp; Profiles: Block internet access for specific apps (Wi-Fi/Mobile). Switch instantly between Default, Strict, Family, and Gaming profiles.</li><li>Parental Controls: Enforce SafeSearch (Google/Bing) and YouTube Restricted Mode via Family-safe DNS providers.</li><li>Detailed Statistics: View real-time blocked ad counters, 24-hour activity charts, and detailed DNS query logs.</li><li>Fully Customizable: Add custom filter lists via URL (ABPVN, AdGuard, EasyList, etc.), create allow/block rules, and use custom DoH/DoT encrypted DNS.</li><li>Modern UI: Material 3 design built with Jetpack Compose. Features Dark/Light themes, custom accent colors, Quick Settings tile, and Home screen widgets.</li><li>Backup &amp; Restore: Export your configuration to JSON and easily import it on a new device.</li><li>Battery &amp; Data Friendly: Minimal performance impact. Filters only DNS traffic, reducing unnecessary ad data downloads.</li></ul><p><b>HOW TO USE</b></p><ul><li>Open BlockAds.</li><li>Tap the power button and allow the VPN connection.</li><li>Enjoy an ad-free internet experience! (You can also toggle protection via Quick Settings tile or widget).</li></ul><p><b>FAQ</b></p><ul><li>Is BlockAds safe?<br>Yes. BlockAds only filters DNS queries locally. No personal data is intercepted or transmitted to external servers.</li><li>Why does it need VPN permission?<br>It creates a local VPN tunnel on your device to route and filter DNS requests on-device. It is not a remote VPN service.</li><li>Does it work with all apps?<br>Yes, it works system-wide. You can als","categories":["Security","Internet"]}