Adguard - Ad Blocker

anon · Jun 26, 2025

@xxJackxx ,
v8 not coming soon, so v7x will continue to upgrade.
-------

This is the first nightly version, which is still far from release.
https://adguard.com/en/blog/adguard-v8-0-for-windows-nightly.html
Click to expand...

xxJackxx · Jun 26, 2025

anon said: ↑

@xxJackxx ,
v8 not coming soon, so v7x will continue to upgrade.
-------
Click to expand...

Good to know, thanks for the info.

anon · Jul 6, 2025

AdGuard Browser Extension 5.2.25 beta, Release date: July 4, 2025
https://github.com/AdguardTeam/AdguardBrowserExtension/releases/tag/v5.2.25-beta

AdGuard Browser Extension v5.2 is here with a ton of updates that significantly enhance usability. You’ll find the full changelog below, but here are the standout features we’re most excited about.
Click to expand...

anon · Jul 15, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21 RC, Release date: July 15, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/beta.html#version-72150730

Along with the usual bug fixes, this version brings something new for those using Microsoft’s latest Copilot+ PCs. The Tracking protection section in AdGuard for Windows now includes an option Disable Windows Recall. Why is it needed?
This feature blocks Recall, a tool that periodically takes screenshots and stores them locally, so you can search through your past activity like a timeline.
Microsoft claims it’s private enough: it’s off by default, requires Windows Hello authentication, avoids collecting sensitive data like credit card numbers or ID documents, and encrypts all stored data.
But for AdGuard, that’s not enough. Screenshots still capture what’s on your screen — and not everything that’s private can be reliably filtered out. For example, a chat window, a partial account number, or something as simple as your to-do list could be saved without your knowing.
While Copilot+ PCs are still new and not widely used yet, they’ll likely become the new norm soon enough. AdGuard is ready to protect your privacy even before that happens.
To stop Windows from capturing your screen activity, go to Settings → Tracking Protection → Windows Tracking and turn on Disable Windows Recall.

Changelog
Fixes
Manual filter update does not work on v8.0 Nightly #5512
AdGuard does not launch after updating to v7.21 Beta #5534
AdGuard causes BSODs #5412
Default date is shown in the empty User rules filter #5420
Filters are still updated when auto-update is turned off #5387
App consumes too much memory and CPU #5173
App UI does not open on v7.20.3 #5465
Click to expand...

anon · Jul 21, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21 RC 2, Release date: July 21, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/beta.html#version-72150770

Filtering engines have been hit by enemy bugs, but AdGuard is stronger than that. With this hotfix, updated libraries bring you a cleaner and safer web.
Click to expand...

anon · Jul 24, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21, Release date: July 24, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72150790

anon · Jul 25, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21.1, Release date: July 25, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72150810

Filtering engines have been hit by enemy bugs, but AdGuard is stronger than that. With this hotfix, updated libraries bring you a cleaner and safer web.

Changelog

CoreLibs (Filtering engine)
CoreLibs updated to v1.18.28 #5578
Click to expand...

JRViejo · Jul 28, 2025

AdGuard calls Windows Recall a Privacy Concern. That's putting it mildly. Microsoft claims it is privacy-friendly, and that it is not enabled by default. It requires Windows Hello and a PIN for authentication, and that the data is encrypted and stored locally on the PC. But it remains to be seen whether it is fool-proof from malware or backdoors.

What if it accidentally captures screenshots that contain personal data or financial information? Given the sensitive nature of information that is at stake, the risk is too great to ignore. That's why apps are blocking Recall, to protect users. AdGuard warns that while Windows Recall is now only available on Copilot+ PCs, such computers may become mainstream in the future.
Click to expand...

AdGuard will also block Windows Recall to protect users by Ashwin

anon · Aug 8, 2025

AdGuard Assistant 1.4.8, Release date: August 4, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/assistant/release.html#version-148

The extension now runs more smoothly thanks to this minor update, which fixes a number of bugs.
Changelog

Improvements
Updated @adguard/assistant to v4.3.75.
Fixes
Infinite loop triggers multiple native host processes #115.
Icon and text alignment PR#129.
Click to expand...

anon · Aug 21, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21.2, Release date: August 21, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72150860

Here’s an additional technical update following the previous one. In it, we’ve fixed bugs and kept working on the app stability.

Changelog
Fixes
Pages on Facebook don’t load fully when AdGuard and ESET are running simultaneously #5599
The app keeps crashing after updating to the latest version 7.21 #5576
Rules are loading strangely at app startup #5558
CoreLibs (Filtering engine)
CoreLibs updated to v1.18.34 #5604
Fixes
Filtering on new.lewd.ninja is disabled because it may affect the website’s performance #1994
Scriptlets (JavaScript enhancement for filtering rules)
Scriptlets updated to v2.2.8
Fixes
trusted-set-cookie-reload — infinite reload for constantly changing values #489
Click to expand...

anon · Aug 26, 2025

AdGuard Browser Extension 5.1.139, Release date: August 26, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/browser-extension/release.html#version-51139

Minor fixes.
Click to expand...

anon · Sep 2, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.21.3, Release date: September 2, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72150890

A small bug has crept into the release. That’s why we’re publishing a hotfix today: so you can enjoy the service, and we can get on with some bigger tasks.
Click to expand...

anon · Sep 18, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.22 beta 1, Release date: September 18, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/beta.html#version-72252080

The app now runs more smoothly thanks to this minor update, which fixes a number of bugs.

Changelog

Improvements
Added Perplexity Comet to the list of browsers #5625
Fixes
The option “Exclude Wi-Fi SSID from the DNS filtering” does not work #5535
Microsoft Recall is enabled by default on Windows 10 Pro 22H2 #5580
User rules counter appears at app's launch #5558
Active tabs in the Filtering Log are not visually highlighted in dark theme #5563
CoreLibs (Filtering engine)
CoreLibs updated to v1.19.21
Improvements
Added wildcard or regexp support for the $app modifier #1906
Added support for the ALPS extension #1987
Fixes
Content-type modifiers cannot be used with the $urltransform modifier #1978
XHR timeout with “immersivetranslate” userscript #2000
Filtering is disabled because it may affect the website's performance #1994
Scriptlets (JavaScript enhancement for filtering rules)
Scriptlets updated to v2.2.9
Improvements
Added new scriptlet — trusted-replace-argument #405
Fixes
prevent-element-src-loading — TrustedScriptURL is not defined in Firefox #514
trusted-replace-node-text — some quotes are incorrectly escaped #517
Scriptlets compilation error in Safari 15 due to unsupported regex #519
trusted-set-cookie-reload — infinite reload for constantly changing values #489
Click to expand...

anon · Sep 22, 2025

AdGuard Browser Extension 5.2.77, Release date: September 22, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/browser-extension/release.html#version-5277

AdGuard Browser Extension v5.2 is here with a ton of updates that significantly enhance usability. You’ll find the full changelog below, but here are the standout features we’re most excited about.
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 2, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.22, Release date: October 2, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72252250

This update brings exciting improvements to make your AdGuard experience even better: you now get more customization with our improved userscript compatibility. Behind this change is CoreLibs v1.19, AdGuard’s filtering engine and technical core. Although not strictly tied to this release, we also have something worth celebrating: AdGuard is now available in the Microsoft Store, making installation more convenient and, we dare say, easier than ever.
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 13, 2025

AdGuard Browser Extension 5.2.112.0, Release date: October 13, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/browser-extension/release.html#version-521120

Small but important hotfix.

Changelog
Fixes
- Minimize the extension update fetch response size in MV3.
- The extension is failed to update via the popup #3317.
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 22, 2025

Ad-supported toilet paper: How far is too far for the ad-centered economy?
https://adguard.com/en/blog/ad-supported-toilet-paper-china.html

In a widely shared post, China Insider News reported that some public bathrooms in China have been fitted with peculiar new dispensers that put a surprising twist on toilet paper access. First, you scan a QR code, and then you're presented with two choices: either sit through a short commercial break (yes, pun intended) or shell out ¥0.99 (about $0.14) for a 1.2-meter ration of toilet paper. For frequent flyers of the facility, there are reportedly subscription plans available, bringing the cost of a roll down to as little as ¥0.39, effectively turning your restroom routine into a recurring bill.
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 25, 2025

AdGuard Browser Extension 5.2.112.84, Release date: October 25, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/browser-extension/release.html#version-5211284

The extension now runs more smoothly thanks to this minor update, which fixes a number of bugs.
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 27, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 8.0 beta 1, Release date: October 27, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/beta.html#version-8052310

The wait is almost over. After a period of intense testing in our nightly channel, we’re glad to invite you to the next major step: AdGuard for Windows v8.0 beta 1 is now available for everyone to try!
What’s new in v8.0
Instead of packing in a dozen new features, we dedicated ourselves to perfecting the core of AdGuard. The goal was to give the app better speed, stability, and simplicity.

Here’s what you’ll notice from the moment you start using the beta:

- Faster startup: AdGuard now launches almost instantly, so it’s ready to protect you right when you need it.
- More reliable filtering: We’ve improved how AdGuard processes requests to ensure consistent, uninterrupted protection against ads and trackers.
- Quiet performance: AdGuard v8.0 works efficiently in the background, letting you focus on what matters — whether you’re working, gaming, or just browsing.

That’s not all — we’ve made other improvements, including enhancements in the Statistics and App management sections and the UI. If you’re curious about the details, you can read about them in our nightly build article and in the version history.
Ready to try?
If you’re as excited as we are to experience a faster, more stable, and more reliable AdGuard, now is the time to jump in. Download AdGuard for Windows v8.0 beta now.
Install it, use it as you normally would, and let us know what you think. Together, we can make the v8.0 release truly spectacular!
Click to expand...

anon · Oct 30, 2025

AdGuard family plan (up to 9 devices) lifetime: $18.97
https://www.stacksocial.com/sales/adguard-family-plan-lifetime-subscription

AdGuard personal plan (up to 3 devices) lifetime: $11.00
https://www.stacksocial.com/sales/adguard-personal-plan-lifetime-subscription

anon · Nov 7, 2025

AdGuard for Windows 7.22.1, Release date: November 6, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72252260

Oh no, we missed the bugs! In this hotfix, we got rid of not one, but two nasty problems. They for sure won’t be missed — ba-dum-tss!
Click to expand...

xxJackxx · Nov 7, 2025

anon said: ↑

AdGuard for Windows 7.22.1, Release date: November 6, 2025
https://adguard.com/en/versions/windows/release.html#version-72252260
Click to expand...

That first one was getting pretty annoying. Glad they fixed it. I updated my desktop PC to the v8 beta hoping it wouldn't have that problem but it does. I guess if they don't update that shortly I'll have to roll back to v7. Hoping it won't be too painful but I assume I'll have to completely remove v8 and start over.

Page42 · Nov 7, 2025

xxJackxx said: ↑

That first one was getting pretty annoying. Glad they fixed it.
Click to expand...

Amen to that.

anon · Nov 7, 2025

From Co-founder and CTO of AdGuard:

We will publish a post mortem next week on the company blog.

This issue is probably the most commented one for the history of AG for Win

But overall despite all the negative sides this was a very productive thing.

Besides fixing the root cause we managed to find (and mitigate) a pretty annoying bug in Firefox, then we found and fixed a compatibility issue with QUIC filtering when AG+VPN are used together, and we also received a lot of valuable feedback on v8.

Big thanks to everyone involved!

And special thanks to @Morku for the help, it would've been much harder to find the cause of the bug without it. @Morku as a token of gratitude I'd like to offer you a free subscription to any AdGuard product of your choice: AdBlocker/VPN/DNS/Mail. Feel free to redeem it for yourself or for any other person, just reach out to me via email when you'd like to.

https://github.com/AdguardTeam/AdguardForWindows/issues/5661#issuecomment-3501119407
Click to expand...

anon · Nov 8, 2025 at 4:00 AM

xxJackxx said: ↑

That first one was getting pretty annoying. Glad they fixed it. I updated my desktop PC to the v8 beta hoping it wouldn't have that problem but it does. I guess if they don't update that shortly I'll have to roll back to v7. Hoping it won't be too painful but I assume I'll have to completely remove v8 and start over.
Click to expand...

How to switch back to the previous version after updating to v8.0
https://adguard.com/kb/adguard-for-windows/solving-problems/exporting-settings/

To ensure your settings are preserved during the whole process, it’s recommended to export them before upgrading to v8.0. If needed, you can then reinstall the version 7 and import back your saved settings.

As an alternative, the following method is also available:
Click to expand...

Log in or Sign up

Adguard - Ad Blocker

anon Registered Member

xxJackxx Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

JRViejo Super Moderator

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

xxJackxx Registered Member

Page42 Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

Log in or Sign up

Adguard - Ad Blocker

anon Registered Member

xxJackxx Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

JRViejo Super Moderator

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

xxJackxx Registered Member

Page42 Registered Member

anon Registered Member

anon Registered Member

Useful Searches