No more ad blocking apps allowed in Play Store - General Topics

So are we still going to be able to receive updates for apps like AdAway? Maybe there should now be a dedicated subforum.
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I pulled the APK from my phone so hopefully I can install it off of that in the future. Adaway blocks via HOSTS file, so you can edit that manually (download and merge ad server lists into a text file, push to your android device)
EDIT: Or you can just flash this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916098

Looks interesting.
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AW: No more ad blocking apps allowed in Play Store
Just Google search it. I got it from f-droid.org
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Rasoar said:
Just Google search it. I got it from f-droid.org
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F-droid seems to be the way to go. I downloaded the f-droid app.
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jackdubl said:
So are we still going to be able to receive updates for apps like AdAway? Maybe there should now be a dedicated subforum.
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you can download Adblock plus, just search it on google it bypasses google play store to get updates.

aarish1 said:
you can download Adblock plus, just search it on google it bypasses google play store to get updates.
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also a good host file pack at
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916098

Avast with firewall. That's how I roll!
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LIFE!
IT'S WHAT YOU MAKE OUT OF IT!

I wonder how Droid Wall is managing to stay in the play store?
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jackdubl said:
I wonder how Droid Wall is managing to stay in the play store?
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I think the difference is that DroidWall acts like a firewall (respectively is a firewall) blocking the whole traffic of an app and not only blocking access to ad-servers

TheNec said:
I think the difference is that DroidWall acts like a firewall (respectively is a firewall) blocking the whole traffic of an app and not only blocking access to ad-servers
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Seems like it's "interfering" with an app in the same way as ad blockers, according to Google's own language.
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You could download PimpMyRom

jackdubl said:
Seems like it's "interfering" with an app in the same way as ad blockers, according to Google's own language
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That's the difference. It does not interfere with an app. It's blocking the network connection like when you disable it yourself.
Btw when Google would be really strict with interpreting their "laws" they have to block all privacy protecting apps (like lbe) and also nearly every root app and then they will get a problem with users and several privacy organizations and governmental institutions. :cyclops:
So stay and lets see what the future brings...

I wish they Google makes them come back !

Avast conjures up images of bloatware and sluggishness.
But it is a surprisingly good replacement.

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[Host File] For All Your Ad Blocking Needs

Ad blocking on your android will save you data, it is very helpful. just like on the pc.
so i will start a list of all the sites and include my own host file. what i do is use a program called hostsman and download the hosts from there. feel free to add your own. thanks guys.
http://someonewhocares.org/hosts/http://hostsfile.org/
http://www.malwaredomainlist.com/hostslist/hosts.txt
http://mirror2.malwaredomains.com/files/
http://hostsfile.org/hosts.html
a helpful program to monitor sites being visited on your pc that you cant see is fiddle2:
http://www.fiddler2.com/fiddler2/
Does not AdFree not do a good enough Job??
Adfree isn't blocking everything ATM. Adds started to pop up in some apps lately
Ofcourse now that I posted that address prompted an update within 2 minutes
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Thoughtful, but you can do this with a one-click free app.
strychninetwitch said:
Thoughtful, but you can do this with a one-click free app.
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Actually no. Tons of ads aren't blocked. Ill post a few that weren't wit gtgs host file. Which is the adfree app.
tracking.cornerblue.com
ads2.mojiva.com
theres tons more. try downloading an app with ads and ull see what I'm talking about
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[APP] SetDNS - tired of slow market load? try this!

changing you DNS to something like OpenDNS will load up market way faster.
Description
SetDNS is the easiest way to force your rooted phone to use custom nameservers on WiFi AND 3G/mobile networks.IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT NON-ROOT FUNCTIONALITY
Non-root functionality will be DISABLED with the next release and published as a separate app. See notes at the end of this description.
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Android Market: https://market.android.com/details?...1bGwsMSwyLDEsInVrLmNvLm15dGVjaGllLnNldEROUyJd
Hey, can you provide the apk here? Not the pro version, just the free version. Needed to download to other device and copy over due to Play Store not letting me install it because if faked provider...
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kosique said:
Hey, can you provide the apk here? Not the pro version, just the free version. Needed to download to other device and copy over due to Play Store not letting me install it because if faked provider...
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Request it here

how do I remove all of the annoying ads on Android

Hi all,
this is probably a very dumb question
but anyway, how do I remove all of the annoying ads from the free downloaded applications on my Android device
your answer are highly appreciated.
thanks
bacoksai said:
Hi all,
this is probably a very dumb question
but anyway, how do I remove all of the annoying ads from the free downloaded applications on my Android device
your answer are highly appreciated.
thanks
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If you're phone is rooted you can try AdFree: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...DEsImNvbS5iaWd0aW5jYW4uYW5kcm9pZC5hZGZyZWUiXQ..
This is by far the most effective adblocking app.
I use AdAway from the Play Store, does the job for me. Any ad blocker will do though, as long as you're rooted.
Also, if the app doesn't require the Internet then you can turn the data connection off when using it. I used to do that with Angry Birds before I rooted my phone.
Press 'Thanks' if I helped!
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use adaway.. it's simple and very user friendly.. Ads also annoy me, we share the same prob.. so glad if it could help you out..
Are these apps for free? I want to remove the annoying ads as well.
The ads are there to support developer.
If you really want to remove them, the easiest way is to use your phone offline whenever you are using the add supported app
quircky said:
Are these apps for free? I want to remove the annoying ads as well.
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Yeah, AdAway is free from Play Store
Press 'Thanks' if I helped!
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thanks all for answering my question
vx117 said:
If you're phone is rooted you can try AdFree: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...DEsImNvbS5iaWd0aW5jYW4uYW5kcm9pZC5hZGZyZWUiXQ..
This is by far the most effective adblocking app.
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ROFLkopter said:
I use AdAway from the Play Store, does the job for me. Any ad blocker will do though, as long as you're rooted.
Also, if the app doesn't require the Internet then you can turn the data connection off when using it. I used to do that with Angry Birds before I rooted my phone.
Press 'Thanks' if I helped!
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well, both apps require a rooted device. my tablet is not rooted yet, and I haven't even think of rooting it
but thanks anyway guys, I'll try those apps when my tablet is rooted someday
mikpel said:
The ads are there to support developer.
If you really want to remove them, the easiest way is to use your phone offline whenever you are using the add supported app
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yes, I know those ads are there to support the developers.
but, if I use my tablet offline, there's not much that I can do with it since a lot of apps require data plan to run
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The best ad blocker is ''AD Blocker Trial'' try it all, it's free on play store and doesn't require root acsses, that's simple ya...
Use a firewall (e.g. Droidwall), set filtering to "whitelist" and only allow those applications that really must have internet access. That will not only block ads but also prevent apps from phoning home other sensitive data. Of course, you need a rooted device for this.
Try Adfree friend.. you can download in play store!
i have try it
Some roms have it built in
Find a rom that has ad blocker already in the list of extras.
play store has removed ad removing apps?
Hmm, it looks like the ad removing apps are gone from the play store (which I guess I understand from googles point of view - they probably get a few pennies for these ads also).. Is there another place to get these? Amazon app store has "ad-blocker pro", but the 3 reviews all say it doesn't work..
Is there non-store place for some of these.. We can load a rom yet with ads removed for the LG Motion 4G, but removing the ads would be good enough for me
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crypticmystic said:
Hmm, it looks like the ad removing apps are gone from the play store (which I guess I understand from googles point of view - they probably get a few pennies for these ads also).. Is there another place to get these? Amazon app store has "ad-blocker pro", but the 3 reviews all say it doesn't work..
Is there non-store place for some of these.. We can load a rom yet with ads removed for the LG Motion 4G, but removing the ads would be good enough for me
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Ah indeed.. Apparently I'm too much of a newbie to allowed to post links, but google "pcmag" and "ad-block" and I guess you'll see the article.. I do see that the apps are available on f-droid (which is an open source apps store that I can't post a link to either - google is usually your friend here)...
bacoksai said:
Hi all,
this is probably a very dumb question
but anyway, how do I remove all of the annoying ads from the free downloaded applications on my Android device
your answer are highly appreciated.
thanks
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You can try to download and use Lucky Patcher, very usefull app. It can help you.
You can download Adblock plus from their official website because google has pulled these adblocking apps from play store or you can use the lucky patcher if you have a rooted device. Hope it helps!
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crypticmystic said:
Hmm, it looks like the ad removing apps are gone from the play store (which I guess I understand from googles point of view - they probably get a few pennies for these ads also).. Is there another place to get these? Amazon app store has "ad-blocker pro", but the 3 reviews all say it doesn't work..
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For AdAway, check F-Droid. AdFree can be found at the Adfree Android Homepage.
As both work using a modified /etc/hosts file, one could also manipulate that manually. But that would be quite a hazzle :silly:
I remember there was one app that worked by disabling the ad modules themselves -- which would be much more interesting to me. I just cannot figure out which app that was. Any hints?
aarish1 said:
You can download Adblock plus from their official website because google has pulled these adblocking apps from play store or you can use the lucky patcher if you have a rooted device. Hope it helps!
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Can confirm that Adblock Plus installs and works well with un-rooted devices.
nice
aarish1 said:
You can download Adblock plus from their official website because google has pulled these adblocking apps from play store or you can use the lucky patcher if you have a rooted device. Hope it helps!
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Just wanted to say thanks! :good:
Also alot of other good suggestions here. Adaway jusy bugs the **** out of my phone though (Desire HD JTime R8).
If you just want a file host http://adf*ly/703YZ just copy and save as on notepad with name host. Then copy to your sdcard and copy again to /system/etc
bacoksai said:
Hi all,
this is probably a very dumb question
but anyway, how do I remove all of the annoying ads from the free downloaded applications on my Android device
your answer are highly appreciated.
thanks
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root device and install adfree

[LIST] Favorite Root / Non Market Apps

Two completely different categories I know. But here's my list, if there are good suggestions I'll add them.
Non-Market Apps
Faceniff (Hijack Facebook/Twitter sessions, this has a high douchebag rating. Use it to educate your friends about https setting on social networks)
WifiKill (Does what it sounds like, again very high douchebag rating)
SMSBomber (again, not on the market for a reason)
Root Apps:
SD Maid (cleans stuff)
AdAway (blocks stuff)
Titanium Backup (backs up stuff)
ROM Toolbox (whole bunch of stuff)
ROM Manager (not as much stuff)
Six Axis Controller (hook up a ps3 controller via bluetooth and stuff)
Undelete (undelete stuff)
Root Apps:
Titanium Backup (paid version.....every flash-a-holic like me should pop for the paid version)
ES File Explorer
System Tuner
PC Apps:
adb (necessity for any modder/developer )
APK Tool (also necessity for any modder/developer)
Personally moved away from Root Toolbox for System Tuner and ES File Explorer. I've learned enough now to replicate most you can do in Rom Toolbox, but it was great in the beginning.
Favorite non market app: Network Sniffer. Its hilarious to redirect all website traffic on your network to a single website. Or change all the pictures to troll face. Definitely high on the mischievous list.
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eagle0042 said:
Favorite non market app: Network Sniffer. Its hilarious to redirect all website traffic on your network to a single website. Or change all the pictures to troll face. Definitely high on the mischievous list.
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Where can I find this app. I did some searching but couldn't find it
Edmlaser said:
Where can I find this app. I did some searching but couldn't find it
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Heh. I know why you couldn't find it....I got the name wrong. Its Network Spoofer. My bad. Here's a link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1692921
That'll teach me to post late at night...
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Could be my new favorite app....
This could be my new favorite app...
Installed today... looking good!!!
It allows for multiple users on JB...
I created a user for my wife and so far its clean. She has her own homescreens, etc...
It is the first generation of the GUI but it is basically just doing command lines stuff that is already built into JB...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1824066
Update: Another iteration of this is also called SwitchMe which can be found on the play store...
:cyclops:
i was reading your post and wondered where you find the apps like Faceniff, WifiKill and SMS Bomber....
they look interesting to try out..
dhalker said:
i was reading your post and wondered where you find the apps like Faceniff, WifiKill and SMS Bomber....
they look interesting to try out..
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Just do a quick google search. All three are pretty easy to find.
Great apps guys. I will be checking back to see more great apps revealed to me.
Faceniff was great on my HTC Aria. Oh how I screwed with somebody on Facebook using wifi in a hotel...
I'm on CM10 and Faceniff just FCes. I think the drivers don't work with it.
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Any alternative to faceniff ?
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Droidsheep should do the same as faceniff
PM if you need link
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best apps
SD Maid
AdAway
Airpush
Root explorer
Set CPU
Titanium Backup
ROM Toolbox
ROM Manager
Audio manager
System tuner
We do not condone warez on XDA. This is a site for developers and we support them here.
Reported.
mrfeuss said:
We do not condone warez on XDA. This is a site for developers and we support them here.
Reported.
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Pardon my ignorance, but where in the this thread has there been any discussion regarding/promoting warez?
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He said everything is the Pro version and never pay for anything (torrent)
I think that says Warez all over it...
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robcore said:
Pardon my ignorance, but where in the this thread has there been any discussion regarding/promoting warez?
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onealvideo hit the nail on the head.
onealvideo said:
He said everything is the Pro version and never pay for anything (torrent)
I think that says Warez all over it...
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Ah that guy. Thanks guys : )
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Nonmarket aps for hacking on my Thread
Sent from my A150e cause i8160 won't work
Airdroid
Clean master
Titanium backup
Goo manager
Set CPU
Root explorer
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How to block ads on the crunchy roll app?

I rooted my phone for the sole purpose of doing this and tried Adaway, Adfree and the ad-blocking tweak found on exposed
someone please tell me how to do it :'(
Phone: Nexus 5 4.4.4 Kit Kat (rooted)
You can try to block app ads with app called "Lucky Patcher"
Rafostar said:
You can try to block app ads with app called "Lucky Patcher"
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i tried didnt work :'(
i dont think you can, ive installed the app myself and it still wouldnt block ads with adaway. looks like ads come from crunchyrolls server and cant be blocked, best advice i have for you is get a premium account or try a different app
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Not all ads are from services like Google. Some are built into the app (for example, between turns or levels or attempts). I don't know how Crunchy Roll works - I looked it up on Play, and it looks like the premium service is the way to get rid of ads. So it's probably something on their (server) end that eliminates ads, rather than a paid version of the same app.
Planterz said:
Not all ads are from services like Google. Some are built into the app (for example, between turns or levels or attempts). I don't know how Crunchy Roll works - I looked it up on Play, and it looks like the premium service is the way to get rid of ads. So it's probably something on their (server) end that eliminates ads, rather than a paid version of the same app.
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this what i basicly what just said lmao
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possible to decompile and remove the ads?
can someone try to decompile the app and remove the ads? the ads happen every 2 minutes or so and its way over the top. I tried myself but it just kept force closing when i tried to play a video :crying:
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try rom toolbox manager pro
dl it, patch it using lucky patcher ! xD
try the ad blocker
if i helped you press THANKS!
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or.... download APTOID android market search for the pro version of the app (or any other app), then download it... so simple
don't forget to press THANKS if i helped
Not sure if this is too late, but when Crunchyroll first released their android app, they made a mistake. The app did not display any ads at all. Even though you should always update your apps, I kept this one out dated solely because it does not show any ads.
If you want the apk, you can find it yourself (It was version 0.7.2 I believe) or you can click on the link below
https://www.dropbox.com/s/7a9flf4evgcnchx/com.crunchyroll.crunchyroid-1.apk?dl=0

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