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I know this is a strange request but how do I remove the ad blocking that's built in a ROM? I'm playing gravestompers and want to get free skulls in it but can't go to tapjoy to install crap because of the ad blocking so my question is? Is there a way to stop blocking once in a while and turn it back on after if the ad blocking comes with the ROM itself. what is needed to turn the function on and off??? Thanks in advance!
Most ad blocking is done by changing the hosts file so that the ad sites are listed as localhost. This means when they are attempting to go there, they don't.
So check for the hosts file on your device (/system/etc/hosts)
Remove the entries and you are no longer adblocking.
krelvinaz said:
Most ad blocking is done by changing the hosts file so that the ad sites are listed as localhost. This means when they are attempting to go there, they don't.
So check for the hosts file on your device (/system/etc/hosts)
Remove the entries and you are no longer adblocking.
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OK thanks navigated to the system/etc/ but there is no hosts folder any ideas????
Update:Figured it out by using ROM toolbox to unblock ads works perfect and easy as piss thanks though!
Check the thread for the Rom unit are using.
Sent from my Nexus 7
Must have root apps?
Greenify is worth a shot. And ES File Explorer has some nice functions for rooted devices.
Adaway
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Adaway
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Had no idea this existed... thanks
SD Maid - is a Storage manager and gives you full control over every App on the System (Bootmanager, APK-exporter, System App uninstaller and freezer, App resetting, force close apps, rights manager and viewer).
It's a powerfull tool, handle whith care .
Titanium backup, if you deal with custom ROMs. Nandroid manager also a nice replacement.
Faster GPS - A one time setup that helps your GPS lock faster.
And +1 for AdAway. Helps with the enormously bugging sites that force ads on you. Just keep in mind that there are few (lame) apps that will not work after this is installed.
+1 for AdAway
also, instead of using their Host sources, you can use the consolidated hosts file from steven hosts
https://github.com/StevenBlack/hosts
the host files are categorised and they also contain list from adaway
so, you can block more type of ads and specific ads too (like social/porn)
Where would I find the +1 app. I've looked on F-Droid site and googled it. The search results aren't turning up anything in regards to this app. Thanks for any responses.
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Where would I find the +1 app. I've looked on F-Droid site and googled it. The search results aren't turning up anything in regards to this app. Thanks for any responses.
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goto F-droid and search for adaway....
https://f-droid.org/packages/org.adaway/
on the next page, check for 'Packages' then 'Version 3.2' and below that you will find Download APK 5.5 MiB PGP Signature
Just click on the Download APK and the download will start
Press thanks if this Helped
Regards,
M4Master96
I have tried uninstalling them through multiple apps in the playstore and it always says failed. I am rooted and I want to use the stock rom for now until the data issues are patched. I have disabled the apps I just don't want the on my phone. The facebook apps you can't disable the update. I don't trust facebook and I don't want anything to do with it on my phone so if anyone know's how to remove them please let me know. Thank you.
bluemoonlight said:
I have tried uninstalling them through multiple apps in the playstore and it always says failed. I am rooted and I want to use the stock rom for now until the data issues are patched. I have disabled the apps I just don't want the one my phone. The facebook apps you can't disable the update. I don't trust facebook and I don't want anything to do with it on my phone so if anyone know's how to remove them please let me know. Thank you.
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BEFORE READING, MAKE A BACKUP PRIOR TO THIS ANSWER:
I'm sorry to say, but it would need to be done using the file manager via TWRP. It is a lil tricky because it lacks concise deletion. So it is best to use a rooted file explorer (es file explorer is beneficial for this) and look around these locations:
/system/app
/system/priv-app
/oem/app
/oem/priv-app
Each folder holding the apk must be deleted individually in TWRP's file manager, or you WILL face a possible soft-brick.
Good luck.
(The reason why is, because the oem section is more secure to avoid a break of the phone itself, so it will freeze everytime while the actual OS is in use. Doing it via TWRP ensures deletion and avoiding a freeze bc the recovery OS is different from stock OS)
What apps do you guys use to block ads and still get OTA updates?
I just got a Mi A1 and I intend to root it and install xposed, but with the OTA updates in mind.
If you guys have any suggestions they will be very much appretiated.
def.man said:
What apps do you guys use to block ads and still get OTA updates?
I just got a Mi A1 and I intend to root it and install xposed, but with the OTA updates in mind.
If you guys have any suggestions they will be very much appretiated.
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If you're talking about ads in browser just use firefox and install adblock plus in addons.
In youtube install youtube adaway you can search it here
In apps i don't know ?
Magisk systemless hosts + adaway = system wide ad blocking. Only very few apps are showing ads (those are probably using their own ads instead of standard ad servers).
For youtube I use ogyoutube with microg.
Without modifying the system you can still use the open source project http://blokada.org
I use block this! It creates a VPN which blocks ad dns hosts.
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Without modifying the system you can still use the open source project http://blokada.org
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This is a good one. It blocked from the 9gag app and in chrome aswell. The only anoying thing is the "key" notification it leaves on. Anyway to hide it?
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Magisk systemless hosts + adaway = system wide ad blocking. Only very few apps are showing ads (those are probably using their own ads instead of standard ad servers).
For youtube I use ogyoutube with microg.
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I used to have Adaway in my old phone, but I read that it messes with the system host files and thus I would not be able to take OTA updates. Does Magisk have its own Adaway that is different somehow?
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I used to have Adaway in my old phone, but I read that it messes with the system host files and thus I would not be able to take OTA updates. Does Magisk have its own Adaway that is different somehow?
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I've read it as well (only one guy who mentioned it btw.), but to be honest I do not believe it. I am using the latest Adaway version which has enabled "systemless mode" by default and it didn't modify my system hosts file. But I must admit that I didn't receive any OTA yet and had to always flash full ROM to update my system, so can't guarantee it
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I've read it as well (only one guy who mentioned it btw.), but to be honest I do not believe it. I am using the latest Adaway version which has enabled "systemless mode" by default and it didn't modify my system hosts file. But I must admit that I didn't receive any OTA yet and had to always flash full ROM to update my system, so can't guarantee it
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Do you have the december update?
def.man said:
Do you have the december update?
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Yes, I flash full ROM via fastboot each month (did the same with my old Nexus 5X, so I'm used to it).
Magisk has a systemless adblock module called "Unified Hosts Adblock".
Don't block adverts. Ya, I may sound like a noob & jerk but that's the only way everyone of us get to use free contents. The developer & content creator won't be giving away stuffs for free if they don't earn. Support the Developers & content creator.
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Don't block adverts. Ya, I may sound like a noob & jerk but that's the only way everyone of us get to use free contents. The developer & content creator won't be giving away stuffs for free if they don't earn. Support the Developers & content creator.
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I support devs directly, I either purchase a full version or donate to them. If there is only "free" app filled with ads, I see no reason to not to block them. As soon as content creators start serving unobtrusive ads (web, youtube, ..) I'll stop blocking them. Until then...adaway is and will be my second installed app (the first one is Titanium backup pro ). Btw. there wasn't a single ad during past 20 years which I would be interested in, if I clicked on one, it was by mistake.
I use minminguard (xposed module). to update, simply flash full stock rom (keep user data in mi flash tool) then update ota. Unlock bootloader again, boot TWRP and flash magisk.
i had troubles updating to november patch due to adaway. i installed the latest adaway there is, it even said systemless hosts in option.. yet it did modify my hosts file directly - i checked this after i unistalled adaway + magisk
not sure if i did something wrong on my end, just saying that it didnt work for me systemless.. would like to hear if someone managed to get it to work tho
im now using unified adblock from magisk, works okayish
DeV91 said:
i had troubles updating to november patch due to adaway. i installed the latest adaway there is, it even said systemless hosts in option.. yet it did modify my hosts file directly - i checked this after i unistalled adaway + magisk
not sure if i did something wrong on my end, just saying that it didnt work for me systemless.. would like to hear if someone managed to get it to work tho
im now using unified adblock from magisk, works okayish
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Not sure what went wrong on your end, but modifying system data would lead to fail of Safetynet check. I am running Magisk + systemless hosts + Adaway and Safetynet passes the check, so I assume that nothing has been written to the system. I will confirm once I actually receive an OTA, so far fastboot images were out earlier than mine OTA
i have rebooted the mbl phone afger the adaway downloaded host files. It shows latest files are downloaded but its not working. Facebook messenger etc etc are showing ads. Full screen ads in some apps too. Im using refined nogout 6.0 with superuser
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i have rebooted the mbl phone afger the adaway downloaded host files. It shows latest files are downloaded but its not working. Facebook messenger etc etc are showing ads. Full screen ads in some apps too. Im using refined nogout 6.0 with superuser
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Blocking ads with the hosts file isn't a cure-all...some ads will still get through. Go to /system/etc/hosts and open it in a text editor. If it only looks like this:
127.0.0.1 localhost
::1 ip6-localhost
Then nothing is being blocked.
g00dsp33d said:
i have rebooted the mbl phone afger the adaway downloaded host files. It shows latest files are downloaded but its not working. Facebook messenger etc etc are showing ads. Full screen ads in some apps too. Im using refined nogout 6.0 with superuser
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I'm using ABP on 6.0 and I don't see many adds on the built in browser. I also use Via, which has its own ad blocker.
It could be that some program you installed also installed malware that pops up many ads. You could try to factory reset and see if you have as many ads. Only install the bare minimum, and check how many ads you see.
g00dsp33d said:
i have rebooted the mbl phone afger the adaway downloaded host files. It shows latest files are downloaded but its not working. Facebook messenger etc etc are showing ads. Full screen ads in some apps too. Im using refined nogout 6.0 with superuser
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AdAway works great on my rooted N4. Did you enable stemless root in AdAways General Preferences?
I do use AdAway, but not systemlessly. i have the hosts file target set as /system/etc/hosts. Magisk does have a systemless hosts option that you can enable, AdAway should work with that.
I also like to use an app called LP, it can remove ads from apps. Just select app, "Menu of patches", "remove Google ads", done. doesnt work on all apps though. it may even cause some apps to crash.