Adguard Release Notes

November 20, 2020

Today we are launching a small but still very important hotfix. Namely, the compatibility with the new Chrome 87 was improved and the CoreLibs was updated.

[Other] ERR_HTTP2_PROTOCOL_ERROR on some websites #1374

This week Chrome 87 was released, which has a compatibility problem with AdGuard when using the HTTP/2 filtering protocol - some sites may experience regular hangs and download errors. In this update we have improved HTTP/2 filtering compatibility with Chrome 87, it is recommended to upgrade to the new stable version as soon as possible. :)

[Fixed] BigSur: AdGuard can't start protection in Network Extension filtering mode because of codeSignatureInvalid error

Also in this update, the issue which many Big Sur users encountered was fixed. AdGuard network extension couldn't pass the authenticity verification of the developer's signature. Because of that, it was impossible to turn the Network Extension mode on and to enable AdGuard protection.

Changelog

[Fixed] AdGuard stops working after the system is out of sleep #781

[Fixed] Change the KEXT behavior in case of a change of user #769

[Other] Protection switch is stuck after system update

[Other] Update CoreLibs to 1.7.150 #787

November 20, 2020

Today we are launching a small but still very important hotfix. Namely, the compatibility with the new Chrome 87 was improved and the CoreLibs was updated.

[Other] ERR_HTTP2_PROTOCOL_ERROR on some websites #1374

This week Chrome 87 was released, which has a compatibility problem with AdGuard when using the HTTP/2 filtering protocol - some sites may experience regular hangs and download errors. In this update we have improved HTTP/2 filtering compatibility with Chrome 87, it is recommended to upgrade to the new stable version as soon as possible. :)

Changelog

Upgraded CoreLibs to v1.7.150

[Enhancement] Add $ping content type #1258

[Enhancement] Check that trusted-types CSP does not break the content script #1320

[Fixed] AGFDVSocket doesn't return original peer address in case of outbound proxy set #1330

[Fixed] AdGuard doesn't filter domains when HTTPS filtering is disabled #1343

[Fixed] Exclusion with $elemhide,jsinject,extension disable HTML filtering rules #1337 …

November 20, 2020

Today we are launching a small but still very important hotfix. Namely, the compatibility with the new Chrome 87 was improved and the CoreLibs was updated.

[Other] ERR_HTTP2_PROTOCOL_ERROR on some websites #1374

This week Chrome 87 was released, which has a compatibility problem with AdGuard when using the HTTP/2 filtering protocol - some sites may experience regular hangs and download errors. In this update we have improved HTTP/2 filtering compatibility with Chrome 87, it is recommended to upgrade to the new stable version as soon as possible. :)

Upgraded CoreLibs to v1.7.150

[Enhancement] Improve socket connect with hostname provided (for Proxy mode) #123

[Enhancement] Indicate libraries versions #1150

[Fixed] $badfilter rules are sensitive to domain lists #1331

[Other] $generichide rule causes that assistant is showing that AdGuard is disabled #7

[Other] Connection error after waking computer from sleep mode #3412

November 9, 2020

This patch is simple and clear: only four fixes in the main changelog and three ones in the CoreLibs section. In case you've never heard of it, CoreLibs is our filtering engine that affects filtering quality of our apps so we try to upgrade it regularly.

Changelog

[Fixed] The DeepL app won't connect #763

[Fixed] No HTTPS connectivity in browser #755

[Fixed] Nord VPN breaks connection when AdGuard uses KEXT

[Fixed] AdGuard blocks Facebook images from loading

CoreLibs updated to v1.7.143

[Fixed] $badfilter rules are sensitive to domain lists #1331

[Fixed] Issues with web filtering

[Enhancement] Improved behavior in Proxy mode when server addresses are partly unavailable #123

October 12, 2020

The biggest thing about AdGuard v2.5 for Mac is better compatibility with Big Sur. Thanks to adoption of System Extensions, AdGuard will work better on the newest macOS iteration — read below to find out the details. Other than that, we made a lot of changes and enhancements to CoreLibs, which will result in an overall better filtering quality.

[Enhancement] System Extensions support in Big Sur #692

First of all, what are System Extensions? It all started in 2019 when Apple decided to minimize the amount of code that's executed in kernel. The old framework — Kernel Extensions — was declared as deprecated. As an alternative, Apple offered System Extensions, and specifically Network Extensions as a framework for apps that filter traffic.

In macOS 11 (Big Sur), the old Kernel Extensions will not be supported (partly or at all), so we are adding support for the new framework. If you're already on Big Sur preview, make sure your AdGuard works in Network Extensions mode: open AdGuard's menu -> Select Preferences... -> Network -> Select Mode.... "Kernel Extension" mode should be grayed out, and "Network Extension" mode should be selected.

preferences\_network\_extension\_en …

October 2, 2020

Meet the release version 3.5.1 of AdGuard for Android. We’ve been working on improving its integration with AdGuard VPN, and now it seems we’ve maintained their seamless cooperation. Besides, we’ve updated CoreLibs and Dnslibs.

Changelog

[Enhancement] Add Fennec F-Droid to the list of browsers #3587

[Enhancement] Add com.huawei.browser to the list of browsers #3495

[Enhancement] Enable forcibly HTTPs filtering for the Firefox Fenix browser #3617

[Fixed] Make the AdGuard application update work on Android 11 #3564

[Fixed] Thai Ads Filters always enabled if the Language Filters group is enabled #3520

[Other] Update CoreLibs to 1.7.109 #3586

[Other] Update DnsLibs to the 1.3.24 version #3578

[Other] ru.sogaz.tm – app is not working #3573

September 22, 2020

This is mostly a bugfix release, yet it has a new handy feature — namely, custom URL scheme support. This allows you to easily add custom filters from the browser and add custom DNS servers using stamps. ​

Changelog

[Added] Custom URL scheme support

[Changed] Move "About" menu item to the bottom of the list

[Changed] Remove unnecessary scrolling in Settings

[Fixed] Obsolete filters were not deleted after update in some cases

[Fixed] Estonian filter icon uses flag of Ethiopia #1636

[Fixed] Localization issues #1626

[Fixed] Lost network connection when automatically switching networks (with IPv6) #1592

[Fixed] The "Remove VPN profile" button doesn't work #1625

September 22, 2020

This is mostly a bugfix release, yet it has a new handy feature — namely, custom URL scheme support. This allows you to easily add custom filters from the browser and add custom DNS servers using stamps. ​

Changelog

[Added] Custom URL scheme support

[Changed] Move "About" menu item to the bottom of the list

[Changed] Remove unnecessary scrolling in Settings

[Fixed] Obsolete filters were not deleted after update in some cases

[Fixed] Estonian filter icon uses flag of Ethiopia #1636

[Fixed] Localization issues #1626

[Fixed] Lost network connection when automatically switching networks (with IPv6) #1592

[Fixed] The "Remove VPN profile" button doesn't work #1625

September 8, 2020

It's time to release AdGuard v3.5 for Android. We took our time with this one: tested two betas and expanded the changelog. What's in there? Introduced compatibility mode with AdGuard VPN for Android, updated CoreLibs and a load-truck of fixed bugs.

[Enhancement] Compatibility Mode with AdGuard VPN for Android app #3441

Since AdGuard VPN for Android was first introduced, there was already a way to make it work along with AdGuard ad blocker. But to make the two apps coexist in peace, you were required to jump through some hoops. Anyone who went ahead and did the thing 100% has been waiting for a proper integration ever since — and we oblige.

The best kind of compatibility is when you install two apps and they just start working together. We did exactly that. Presuming you already have AdGuard ad blocker installed, just download AdGuard VPN from Google Play Store (you can get there right from the ad blocker app, there's a new item in General Settings menu).

Both apps will detect each other and do everything that's needed for smooth joint work. All that will be left for you is to enjoy both ad-free Internet and all the benefits of a VPN. By the way, it works the other way around just as well: install AdGuard ad blocker on top of an already-running AdGuard VPN and you're good. …

August 20, 2020

This release incorporates all the best of two previous beta versions and two release candidates. Double-checking neve hurts, right?

There are four key changes, starring DNS filtering that will protect your DNS traffic from interception by ISPs and fraudsters. Another killer feature is an updated Stealth Mode. We’ve expanded its functionality by adding four new options that prevent Windows from collecting user data. Plus, license activation via social login and pausing protection for 30 sec. A good advanced toolkit for an ad blocker, we’d say.

DNS filtering

This feature has been long present in other AdGuard products. Not only will the DNS module protect your DNS traffic from the ISP’s and fraudsters’ interception, it will also block ads. However, it’s important to stress that the DNS doesn’t replace normal protection, rather it works best when coupled with it.

We have a wide and regularly updated database of domain names, and now you can set it up on AdGuard for Windows.

You can choose the server type (DNS-over-HTTPS/DNS-over-TLS, etc.) that suits your needs best or add your own custom DNS server. Also, here is a link to our Knowledge base, where we have collected the most popular DNS providers and added a quick setup option. One click, and your DNS is ready for use.

Disable Windows 10 Tracking …

August 18, 2020

AdGuard v4.0.2 for iOS is more focused on bug fixes, yet it has some important changes. We’ve made UI improvements, redesigned the menu logic and added one more DNS server to Cloudflare. A small, but much-needed release – the first one after the long-awaited AdGuard Pro update.

Changelog

[Enhancement] Implement Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 for Families #1536

[Enhancement] Return color highlight for domains being resolved by DNS server #1579

[Enhancement] Change the way Activity screen refreshes

[Enhancement] User interface improvements and redesigned menu logic

[Fixed] Fixed localizations bugs #1578 #1596

[Fixed] DNS deactivation issue #1614

[Fixed] Lost network connection when automatically switching networks (with IPv6) #1592

[Fixed] DNS over HTTPS and TLS are broken on iOS 14 Beta #1601

[Fixed] Handle removed obsolete filters

[Fixed] OpenDNS doesn't support DoT #1753 …

August 18, 2020

AdGuard v4.0.2 for iOS is more focused on bug fixes, yet it has some important changes. We’ve made UI improvements, redesigned the menu logic and added one more DNS server to Cloudflare. A small, but much-needed release – the first one after the long-awaited AdGuard Pro update.

Changelog

[Enhancement] Implement Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 for Families #1536

[Enhancement] Return color highlight for domains being resolved by DNS server #1579

[Enhancement] Change the way Activity screen refreshes

[Enhancement] User interface improvements and redesigned menu logic

[Fixed] Fixed localizations bugs #1578 #1596

[Fixed] DNS deactivation issue #1614

[Fixed] Lost network connection when automatically switching networks (with IPv6) #1592

[Fixed] DNS over HTTPS and TLS are broken on iOS 14 Beta #1601

[Fixed] Handle removed obsolete filters

[Fixed] OpenDNS doesn't support DoT #1753 …

August 17, 2020

The release of AdGuard AdBlocker extension v3.5.12 was preceded by four betas the version numbers of which look like Fibonacci sequence: 3.5.3, 3.5.5, 3.5.8 (and 3.5.12 falling out of line)… Seems like we’re getting close to the golden ratio! We hope that you’ll find the changes we made to the extension beautiful and well calibrated.

Changelog

[Enhancement] Integration mode has been removed

[Enhancement] Filters metadata has been updated

[Enhancement] Scriptlets have been updated to v1.3

[Enhancement] Improved google-analytics and googlesyndication-adsbygoogle support #67, #91

[Enhancement] Added :upward support #102

[Enhancement] Added :remove() support #108

[Enhancement] Changed restrictions for CSS injection rules with \ character #1614

[Enhancement] All requests initiated by the browser extension have been sanitized #1647

[Enhancement] Changed the way Safebrowsing lookup API works #1648

[Fixed] Error with set-constant caused by non-existent chain property …

June 18, 2020

It's been forever since the last AdGuard Pro update, and even more since the last meaningful one. We hope very much that this huge update will redeem us. And there's no reason to think otherwise: the number and the scale of changes is enormous. Starting with a complete UI rework, followed by the introduction of Content blockers and other meaningful additions and enhancements like Activity feed and improved DNS filtering.

Major design changes

Traditionally, a major version increase heralds a lot of changes regarding the UI. This time is not an exception. And considering the app jumped from v2.1 straight to v4.0, the transformation is drastic. Here's an attempt to list everything that has changed in terms of UI:

General design changes. Seriously, this is almost a new app now. New style, menu logic, icons... One thing stays the same though: you can switch to dark mode.

Advanced mode: additional settings for advanced users. Use at your own risk! However, the app isn't called 'AdGuard Pro' for nothing: if you've been using it for a while, these advanced settings probably won't scare you off.

Activity feed: DNS requests log, exhaustive request details. This is more or less the familiar requests log, but better looking and more detailed.

Most active companies: not only you now can see which company this or that DNS request belongs to, you can view the "leaderboard" on the 'Most active companies' screen, accessible from the activity feed. …

June 15, 2020

This is the first update after the release of v4.0. As usual in such cases, the accent is on bugfixes, and this time there were surprisingly few bugs to fix. We also took this opportunity to update localizations.

[Enhancement] NextDNS-specific characters are now allowed in DNS server addresses #1551

[Fixed] URL blocking rules with $document,popup do nothing in Safari #74

[Fixed] AdGuard lets you select an unsupported protocol for DNS servers #1557

[Fixed] WLAN Connection gets lost when opening AdGuard #1550

[Other] App crashes when sent to background #1544

[Other] Localizations have been updated