Block All Ads, Trackers, and Censorship on Any Device Using DNS Tricks

Tutorials & Methods
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Short Introduction

This all-in-one DNS-based trick blocks ads, trackers, YouTube ads, and bypasses regional censorship on all devices—without needing root or VPN. You’ll learn how to use free and paid DNS providers, install AdGuard Home on Windows, route DNS properly on your network, and even spoof your location to skip YouTube ads. Everything is fast, secure, and lightweight.

Simplified One-Line Flowchart

Install AdGuard Home or Use Custom DNS ➔ Set Firewall + Router DNS ➔ Optional Geo DNS (for YouTube) ➔ Full Ad-Free & Unblocked Access

Easy Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Choose a DNS Blocking Option (No App or Root Needed)

Pick any of these DNS provider options:

Step 2: Geo-Spoof YouTube to Skip Ads (ControlD Required)

Step 3: Install AdGuard Home Locally for Total Control

  • Download and install AdGuard Home: https://adguard.com/

  • Open Command Prompt and check port 53 availability:
    netstat -aon | findstr :53

  • Allow port 53 (TCP + UDP) in Windows Firewall
    OR
    Add a rule for AdGuardHome.exe (less secure, easier setup)

  • Set a static IP for your PC in the router settings.

  • Change router DNS to point to your Windows IP.

  • Optional UI Access: allow port 8080 in firewall and visit http://your_windows_ip:8080

Step 4: Add Pro-Level Blocklists (Optional but Recommended)

Step 5: Bypass Government Censorship with Encrypted DNS

  • Use DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) or DNS-over-TLS (DoT):

  • Cloudflare DoH: https://cloudflare-dns.com/dns-query

  • Google DoH: https://dns.google/dns-query

  • Android app option:
    Intra by Jigsaw

Step 6: Use Custom Hosts File (Advanced, Optional)

  • Add blocked domain IPs in hosts file (Windows/Linux/Android-rooted):

104.21.95.17 exampleblockedsite.com

Quick Tips (Optional)

  • Use Private DNS Quick Tile for toggling DNS easily on Android.
  • ControlD and NextDNS let you customize rules, block trackers, or spoof services.
  • Don’t combine browser ad blockers (like uBlock) with AdGuard DNS unless needed.

Important Notes

  • YouTube app ads can only be removed via geo-routing or YouTube ReVanced.
  • AdGuard + HaGeZi lists work systemwide, unlike browser-only extensions.
  • Don’t open port 53 on router to the internet—this is a security risk.
  • VPNs may override DNS unless split tunneling is configured.
  • Hosts file changes need admin/root access and may break if IPs change.
  • NextDNS requires a free account for full customization.
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