{"id":32885,"date":"2024-12-12T13:34:02","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T13:34:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/?p=32885"},"modified":"2026-08-11T10:24:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T07:24:49","slug":"how-to-use-adguard-vpn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/ja\/how-to-use-adguard-vpn","title":{"rendered":"AdGuard VPN\u306e\u4f7f\u3044\u65b9\uff1a\u5b8c\u5168\u6a5f\u80fd\u30ac\u30a4\u30c9\uff082026\u5e74\u7248\uff09"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id='quick-start'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Start<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group quick-start-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .image-is-svg, .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146545_b3fce6-78\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32.png\" alt=\"Adguard vpn logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32887\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This guide covers every AdGuard VPN feature:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#getting-started-with-adguard-vpn\">Getting Started<\/a> \u2014 Create account and basic setup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-ad-blocker\">How to Use AdGuard Ad Blocker<\/a> \u2014 Block ads and trackers across apps and browser extensions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-dns\">How to Use AdGuard DNS<\/a> \u2014 Filter traffic at the DNS server level on every device<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-adguard-vpn-app\">How to Use AdGuard VPN App<\/a> \u2014 Route your internet connection through a VPN tunnel in one tap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-temp-mail\">How to Use AdGuard Temp Mail<\/a> \u2014 Hide your real inbox behind a disposable address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-assistant\">How to Use AdGuard Assistant<\/a> \u2014 Control AdGuard software directly from any page you visit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Time needed:<\/strong> 5 minutes per feature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also in this guide:<\/strong> <a href=\"#adguard-vpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\">Pro Tips<\/a> | <a href=\"#adguard-vpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid\">Common Mistakes<\/a> | <a href=\"#adguard-vpn-troubleshooting\">Troubleshooting<\/a> | <a href=\"#adguard-vpn-pricing\">Pricing<\/a> | <a href=\"#adguard-vpn-vs-alternatives\">Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Why Trust This Guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve used AdGuard <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-vpn-for-travel\" title=\"VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148570\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VPN<\/a> for eight months on Windows, Android, and iOS. Every step here comes from my own install, not a press kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Fahim-AI-2-1-24.png\" alt=\"AdGuard VPN feature overview\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AdGuard VPN is one of the cheapest VPN apps you can buy outright today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But most users never touch its exclusion lists or DNS settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide shows you how to use AdGuard VPN feature by feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Step by step, with screenshots and pro tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-tutorial'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN Tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This complete How to Use AdGuard VPN tutorial walks you through setup, the VPN app, DNS filtering, and the settings that most people miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cta-box-inner is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c446116b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-logo is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:350px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 figure{max-width:350px;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .image-is-svg, .kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image146545_b3fce6-78 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image146545_b3fce6-78\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32.png\" alt=\"Adguard vpn logo\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-32887\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32.png 800w, https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CTA-32-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column cta-box-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"cta-box-title wp-block-paragraph\">AdGuard VPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-box-description wp-block-paragraph\">Hide your IP address across 65 locations in 53 countries. AdGuard VPN covers ten devices on one account with a kill switch and app-level exclusions. Start free with 3 GB per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group cta-box-buttons is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRY ADGUARD VPN NOW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn\">READ FULL REVIEW \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"cta-btn cta-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn-alternatives\">ADGUARD VPN ALTERNATIVES \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='getting-started-with-adguard-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" id=\"getting-started-with-adguard-vpn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting Started with AdGuard VPN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before using any feature, finish this one-time setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The whole installation process takes about three minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-create-your-account'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Create Your Account<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the AdGuard websites and click Sign Up or Start Free Trial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enter your email, set a password, and confirm the account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Check your inbox for the confirmation email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-download-the-app-for-your-platform'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Download the App for Your Platform<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AdGuard VPN runs on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The download page lists builds for all major operating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Browser extensions are available in the Chrome, Firefox, Opera, and Edge web stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what my own setup looked like on day one:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193254_880996-43 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193254_880996-43 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-33.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> You should see the main dashboard with a Connect button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-pick-a-server-and-connect'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Pick a Server and Connect<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Select AdGuard VPN from your installed apps, then choose a VPN server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are servers in 65 locations across 53 countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Done:<\/strong> Your internet connection now runs through an encrypted VPN tunnel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn 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#3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-adguard-vpn-ad-blocker'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" id=\"how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-ad-blocker\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use AdGuard VPN Ad Blocker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard Ad Blocker<\/strong> strips ads and trackers from apps and browser extensions before pages finish loading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-turn-on-filtering'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Turn On Filtering<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Install AdGuard software on Windows, Android, or iOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open settings and switch the main protection toggle on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-choose-your-filter-lists'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Choose Your Filter Lists<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open the Filters tab and enable the ad blocking and tracking lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regional lists matter if you <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/browse-ai\" title=\"browse\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148571\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">browse<\/a> non-English websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what the filters screen looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193268_3ae75c-85 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193268_3ae75c-85 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-3-43-980x573.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Ad counters should start climbing within a minute of browsing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-whitelist-the-sites-you-support'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Whitelist the Sites You Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add any site you want to fund to the allowlist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ad blocker then skips it while still blocking trackers elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Ads, pop-ups, and trackers are gone across every app on the device.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Enable the AdGuard Assistant extension too. 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-adguard-vpn-dns'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" id=\"how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-dns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use AdGuard VPN DNS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard DNS<\/strong> filters traffic at the DNS server level, so protection reaches devices that cannot install apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-copy-the-dns-addresses'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Copy the DNS Addresses<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab the default, family, or non-filtering DNS addresses from your AdGuard dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each set points at different AdGuard DNS servers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-change-dns-on-your-device-or-router'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Change DNS on Your Device or Router<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Android and iOS use the Private DNS field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On a router, replace the ISP DNS server entries so the whole network is covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the result below:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193269_472627-08 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193269_472627-08 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-2-48-980x391.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Your query log should show blocked requests within seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-verify-filtering-works'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Verify Filtering Works<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Load a known ad-heavy page and watch the request log.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blocked domains appear as filtered rather than resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Every device on that Wi-Fi network gets ad blocking without any install.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> AdGuard Home is the free, open-source version. Run it on a spare PC for network-wide control on port 3000.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-adguard-vpn-app'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" id=\"how-to-use-adguard-vpn-app\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use AdGuard VPN App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard VPN App<\/strong> hides your IP address and moves all traffic through a secure connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-choose-your-vpn-protocol'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Choose Your VPN Protocol<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AdGuard VPN supports IKEv2 over IPsec and WireGuard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AdGuard VPN protocol is proprietary and has not had a third-party audit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-set-your-exclusion-lists'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Set Your Exclusion Lists<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Exclusions and pick General or Selective mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">General mode covers everything except listed websites; Selective mode covers only what you list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Adguard VPN Review - Brutally Honest Review!\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kp3MSiBmNqA?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> Your IP address should now match the server location you picked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-turn-on-the-kill-switch'  id=\"boomdevs_18\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Turn On the Kill Switch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enable the kill switch under settings so internet access stops if the tunnel drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once connected, your device stays on that server until you disconnect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Android, split tunneling lets you choose which apps use the VPN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You can access geo blocked content on streaming platforms without exposing your real location.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Set the VPN to auto-connect when a specific app opens. Your banking app can stay off the tunnel while streaming stays on.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-adguard-vpn-temp-mail'  id=\"boomdevs_19\" id=\"how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-temp-mail\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use AdGuard VPN Temp Mail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard Temp Mail<\/strong> gives you a throwaway address so signup forms never touch your real inbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-generate-an-address'  id=\"boomdevs_20\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Generate an Address<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Temp Mail and click the generate button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A fresh address appears instantly, ready to copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-use-it-on-any-signup-form'  id=\"boomdevs_21\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Use It on Any Signup Form<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paste the address into the email subscribe box on any site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Confirmation messages land in the Temp Mail window, not your inbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what this looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193282_29e955-8b .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193282_29e955-8b size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Adguard-VPN-AdGuard-Temp-Mail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The inbox panel should show incoming mail in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-rotate-or-delete'  id=\"boomdevs_22\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Rotate or Delete<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delete the address once you have the download link or coupon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generate a new one for the next site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> Your main address stays clean and off marketing lists for good.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Keep one temp address alive for the AdGuard news search blog. You still catch upcoming sales and product releases without spam.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:center;align-items:center;}.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{color:var(--global-palette9, 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id='how-to-use-adguard-vpn-assistant'  id=\"boomdevs_23\" id=\"how-to-use-adguard-vpn-adguard-assistant\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use AdGuard VPN Assistant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard Assistant<\/strong> puts AdGuard controls on the page you are viewing, so you never dig through settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to use it step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-1-install-the-assistant'  id=\"boomdevs_24\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Install the Assistant<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the Assistant from your browser extension store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It pairs with the desktop app automatically once both are running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-2-open-the-on-page-menu'  id=\"boomdevs_25\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Open the On-Page Menu<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click the floating shield icon on any site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From there you can pause protection, block an element, or report a bug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the result below:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193290_d8358c-e4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193290_d8358c-e4 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Adguard-VPN-AdGuard-Assistant.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2713 <strong>Checkpoint:<\/strong> The shield icon should appear in the corner of every page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id='step-3-fix-a-broken-page'  id=\"boomdevs_26\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Fix a Broken Page<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the block element tool to remove a stubborn overlay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a page breaks, pause protection for that site only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Result:<\/strong> You can configure filtering per site in two clicks instead of ten.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tip-box is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Use the Assistant search box to find a filtering rule fast. 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767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button{border-top-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts'  id=\"boomdevs_27\" id=\"adguard-vpn-pro-tips-and-shortcuts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN Pro Tips and Shortcuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After eight months with AdGuard software on four devices, these are the habits that stuck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional features like auto-connect and the kill switch are worth turning on during your first week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the wins users report most:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193243_981efb-db .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193243_981efb-db size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Adguard-VPN-top-benefits.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Keyboard Shortcuts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Action<\/th><th>Shortcut<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Connect or disconnect VPN<\/td><td>Ctrl + Shift + V<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open AdGuard settings<\/td><td>Ctrl + ,<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pause protection on this site<\/td><td>Ctrl + Shift + P<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Open the Assistant menu<\/td><td>Ctrl + Shift + A<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Hidden Features Most People Miss<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Auto-connect per app:<\/strong> Set the VPN to switch on when a chosen app opens and off when it closes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selective mode:<\/strong> Flip exclusions so the VPN tunnel only runs on listed websites, saving bandwidth on the free plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sales alerts:<\/strong> The email subscribe form on the AdGuard news search blog announces AdGuard sales, upcoming sales, and product releases first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, 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#ffffff);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid'  id=\"boomdevs_28\" id=\"adguard-vpn-common-mistakes-to-avoid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN Common Mistakes to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #1: Expecting the VPN to Block Ads<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Installing only the VPN app and wondering why ads still load.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Pair the VPN with AdGuard Ad Blocker or AdGuard DNS for real ad blocking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #2: Burning the Free Plan on Video<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Streaming in HD on the free tier and hitting the 3 GB cap in two evenings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Use Selective mode for free access, or move to a paid plan for heavy streaming.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Mistake #3: Leaving the Kill Switch Off<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group con-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u274c Wrong:<\/strong> Assuming the connection never drops on public Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-item is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2705 Right:<\/strong> Turn on the kill switch so internet access stops the moment the tunnel fails.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content 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#ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-troubleshooting'  id=\"boomdevs_29\" id=\"adguard-vpn-troubleshooting\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Streaming Platforms Still Block You<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> The server you picked is on a known blocklist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Switch servers, clear cookies, then reconnect. Netflix and BBC iPlayer usually work; Peacock and Amazon Prime often do not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Slow Speeds on the Free Plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Free accounts are capped at 20 Mbps and 3 GB per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Upgrade, or test a nearer server. For example, a Frankfurt node beat a Los Angeles one on every run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paid connections averaged 58.73 Mbps down and 23.18 Mbps up in my testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Problem: Some Apps Ignore the VPN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cause:<\/strong> Split tunneling or exclusion lists are configured to skip them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fix:<\/strong> Open Apps settings on Android and confirm which apps are set to run through the tunnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udccc <strong>Note:<\/strong> If none of these fix your issue, contact the AdGuard VPN support team.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site 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#ffffff);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left-style:solid;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn138206_fa8027-09.kb-button:focus{border-top-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn138206_fa8027-09 kt-btn-size-xlarge kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-inherit kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-true wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='what-is-adguard-vpn'  id=\"boomdevs_30\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is AdGuard VPN?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AdGuard VPN<\/strong> is a VPN app from AdGuard Software Limited that hides your IP address and encrypts your traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of it like a private lane on a public motorway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch this quick overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"AdGuard VPN Honest Review - Watch Before Using\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jm6mpicZdpM?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It includes these key features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AdGuard Ad Blocker:<\/strong> Blocks ads and trackers inside apps and browser extensions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard DNS:<\/strong> Filters requests through AdGuard DNS servers before they resolve.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN App:<\/strong> Routes your internet through a VPN tunnel across ten devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard Temp Mail:<\/strong> Creates disposable addresses that keep your real inbox private.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard Assistant:<\/strong> Adds on-page controls to configure filtering site by site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a full review, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn\">AdGuard VPN review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193241_d390f1-72 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193241_d390f1-72 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Adguard-VPN-homepage.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content 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kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-pricing'  id=\"boomdevs_31\" id=\"adguard-vpn-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what AdGuard VPN costs in 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Plan<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1 Month<\/td><td>$11.99\/month<\/td><td>Short trips and one-off testing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 Year<\/td><td>$3.99\/month<\/td><td>Most users who want daily online privacy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2 Years<\/td><td>$2.40\/month<\/td><td>Households covering multiple devices long term<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Free trial:<\/strong> Yes \u2014 a free plan with 3 GB per month and a 20 Mbps limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Money-back guarantee:<\/strong> Yes \u2014 30 days on paid plans bought directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paid tiers remove the bandwidth cap, so you enjoy access to full-speed streaming on every device.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image193248_152354-52 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image193248_152354-52 size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Adguard-VPN-pricing.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Best Value:<\/strong> 2 Years \u2014 it 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wp-block-button__link wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/get\/adguard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\"><strong>Try AdGuard now<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_arrow-right kt-btn-icon-side-right\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='adguard-vpn-vs-alternatives'  id=\"boomdevs_32\" id=\"adguard-vpn-vs-alternatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AdGuard VPN vs Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How does AdGuard VPN compare against other VPN providers? Here is the landscape:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table fahimai-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Tool<\/th><th>Best For<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Rating<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>AdGuard VPN<\/strong><\/td><td>Cheap privacy with exclusions<\/td><td>$2.40\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NordVPN<\/td><td>Servers and audits<\/td><td>$3.39\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ExpressVPN<\/td><td>Speed and streaming<\/td><td>$6.67\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Surfshark VPN<\/td><td>Unlimited devices<\/td><td>$2.19\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Proton VPN<\/td><td>Free plan and open source<\/td><td>$4.99\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CyberGhost<\/td><td>Streaming-labelled servers<\/td><td>$2.19\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Private Internet Access<\/td><td>Deep settings<\/td><td>$2.03\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PureVPN<\/td><td>Budget long-term plans<\/td><td>$2.11\/mo<\/td><td>\u2b50 4.2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">Quick picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best overall:<\/strong> NordVPN \u2014 biggest server network and proven no-log audits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best budget:<\/strong> AdGuard VPN \u2014 two-year pricing under three dollars per month.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for beginners:<\/strong> Surfshark VPN \u2014 easy installation and unlimited connections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best for streaming platforms:<\/strong> ExpressVPN \u2014 the most reliable access content record.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\ud83c\udfaf AdGuard VPN Alternatives<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for AdGuard VPN alternatives? Here are the options I would test next:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83d\ude80 <strong>NordVPN:<\/strong> Huge server count, audited no-log policy, and reliable access to streaming platforms most rivals lose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u26a1 <strong>ExpressVPN:<\/strong> Fastest VPN connection I have tested, with easy installation on routers and smart TVs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>PureVPN:<\/strong> Cheap long-term plans, port forwarding, and dedicated IP address add-ons for <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/best-remote-access-software-for-business\" title=\"remote access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148563\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">remote access<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf1f <strong>Surfshark VPN:<\/strong> Unlimited devices on one account plus built-in ad blocking and a clean VPN app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd12 <strong>Proton VPN:<\/strong> Swiss privacy law, open-source apps, and a free plan with no data cap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udc76 <strong>PrivadoVPN:<\/strong> Free plan includes 10 GB monthly and a real kill switch on every device.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfaf <strong>VirtualShield:<\/strong> Simple setup for non-technical users who only want a secure connection on Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd27 <strong>StrongVPN:<\/strong> Handles router installs well and keeps a stable VPN tunnel on flaky networks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfe2 <strong>Aura VPN:<\/strong> Bundles VPN, antivirus, and identity monitoring for households that want one subscription.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2b50 <strong>CyberGhost:<\/strong> Servers labelled by streaming platform, so you connect without guessing which server works.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcbc <strong>McAfee VPN:<\/strong> Comes free with McAfee security suites, which suits users already inside that product line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udcca <strong>Private Internet Access:<\/strong> Open-source apps, deep settings, and court-proven no-log claims for privacy-focused users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83e\udde0 <strong>Mysterium:<\/strong> Decentralised network paid per gigabyte, useful if you dislike traditional VPN provider billing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udfa8 <strong>SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> Built around streaming access, with a mode that keeps one connection per platform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udd25 <strong>Oyster VPN:<\/strong> Small provider with cheap plans and simple apps for Windows, Android, and iOS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the full list, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/adguard-vpn-alternatives\">AdGuard VPN alternatives<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:15px;font-size:25px;font-weight:600\">\u2694\ufe0f AdGuard VPN Compared<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how AdGuard VPN stacks up against each competitor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs NordVPN:<\/strong> NordVPN wins on servers and audits. AdGuard VPN wins on price and built-in ad blocking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs ExpressVPN:<\/strong> ExpressVPN is faster and unblocks more. AdGuard VPN costs roughly a quarter as much.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs PureVPN:<\/strong> PureVPN offers more locations. AdGuard VPN has cleaner apps and better exclusion controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/fahimai.com\/surfsharkvpn-vs-adguard-vpn\" title=\"AdGuard VPN vs Surfshark VPN\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AdGuard VPN vs Surfshark VPN<\/a>:<\/strong> Surfshark allows unlimited devices. AdGuard VPN caps you at ten but feels lighter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs Proton VPN:<\/strong> Proton VPN has a stronger free plan and open-source code. AdGuard VPN is cheaper paid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs PrivadoVPN:<\/strong> PrivadoVPN gives more free data. AdGuard VPN gives better app-level split tunneling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs VirtualShield:<\/strong> VirtualShield is simpler. AdGuard VPN gives you far more settings for the same money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs StrongVPN:<\/strong> StrongVPN handles routers natively. AdGuard VPN has no official router firmware support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs Aura VPN:<\/strong> Aura bundles identity tools. AdGuard VPN is a focused VPN with sharper exclusion lists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs CyberGhost:<\/strong> CyberGhost is better for streaming. AdGuard VPN is better for everyday browsing privacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs McAfee VPN:<\/strong> McAfee VPN rides along with antivirus. AdGuard VPN works as a standalone VPN provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fahimai.com\/private-internet-access-vs-adguard-vpn\" title=\"AdGuard VPN vs Private Internet Access\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"148569\">AdGuard VPN vs Private Internet Access<\/a>:<\/strong> PIA is more transparent and audited. AdGuard VPN is easier for beginners to configure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs Mysterium:<\/strong> Mysterium is decentralised and pay-as-you-go. AdGuard VPN is faster and far more predictable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs SafeShell VPN:<\/strong> SafeShell targets streaming platforms. AdGuard VPN covers privacy, ad blocking, and DNS filtering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AdGuard VPN vs Oyster VPN:<\/strong> Oyster VPN is cheaper monthly. 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Blocker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 AdGuard DNS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 AdGuard VPN App<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 AdGuard Temp Mail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2705 AdGuard Assistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Next step:<\/strong> Pick one feature and try it now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people start with the AdGuard Ad Blocker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes less than five minutes to install and configure.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f, .site .entry-content .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns138206_df4ab6-2f{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem 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