Why is AdGuard DNS not working?

Why do I still see ads with AdGuard?

This guide explains the new way to block ads with AdGuard (3/2020)

Do you still see advertisements in search results or content on the web? You are not alone, because AdGuard has been keeping up with the times. New developments and updates enable you to block annoying advertisements without having to visit ad blockers manually. You don't have to disable your browser's extension anymore and can instead install our new extension. In this new form, you also don't have to activate it, either, so that it works with any website that you visit.

Block advertisements more easily with our new AdGuard extension for Google Chrome. This article explains everything you need to know about the new AdGuard extension for Google Chrome and how you can download it. It also explains how to turn off the extension in case you don't want it and how to install it for Firefox or other browsers. This latest update is available as a free extension for Chrome users. If you want to learn more about AdGuard, you can read our article about its new feature for mobile devices.

New ad blocker for Google Chrome: What's new. AdGuard is still available to Chrome users as a manual download, but there is now an extension for that browser as well. Our latest extension was published on GitHub () on March 16, 2024. You can download it now. The extension does exactly what AdGuard is capable of doing it makes it possible for you to block or allow ads on websites based on certain criteria. The current version of the extension only blocks non-intrusive ads, but we will add an option to keep ads in the future.

AdGuard for Google Chrome provides its own user interface. AdGuard for Chrome uses a Chrome UI, where you won't find the usual button labels and icons. You will have to understand how the blocks work before you can use the app. Nevertheless, you will find a very intuitive system, where you can block or allow websites as quickly and efficiently as possible. The blocks are divided into categories: you can block ads, block tracking cookies, allow ads, and allow cookies. If you block ads on a site, you will still see the ads on that page because it is part of the website.

Why is AdGuard DNS not working?

DNS not working in the sense that you are unable to resolve any of your custom domain names in the Internet?

For instance, you do not see the domain name that you have created on this site (example.com)?

Unfortunately, you are experiencing a DNS problem and have no choice but to buy a new AdGuard DNS. AdGuard DNS will help you to resolve all your issues with the DNS service that you are using now. You can find more information about AdGuard DNS in the following table:

We also recommend installing the Google Chrome browser extension: The extension allows you to test the DNS speed without making changes to the settings, and will let you use a free unlimited and trusted DNS. Please note that the Google Chrome search bar must be switched off or disabled to make sure that no fake IP addresses will be added to the results.

As an alternative to AdGuard DNS, we recommend using the free Wigle DNS. Wigle DNS is an independent provider that has been trusted by millions of users for almost ten years. Using the free Wigle DNS, you can not only test the speed of DNS resolution but also see how long it takes to update a DNS record to the name server that you are connected to and to find the list of nameservers with a given domain name.

For instructions how to install the extension in the Google Chrome browser, please take a look here: If all of the above will not help you to resolve your DNS issues then it's time for you to contact your Internet service provider. Do you know a way to prevent someone from doing this? I'm trying to block an account I'd like to avoid spam, but it keeps popping up as "Not verified" regardless of what I change. How would one go about getting around this? I've tried changing the ip to a different static ip from our ISP, but I have not managed to get it to work on my connection (it's cable internet). Does anyone have any other suggestions?

How do I know if AdGuard DNS is working?

AdGuard DNS is a free service from us.

If you don't see the effect of filtering in your browser, then it means that our service didn't find the necessary files, maybe they are blocked by your internet provider or something similar.

In that case, you need to contact our support team, and let them know. If there is a problem with AdGuard DNS, you will receive an explanation of what needs to be done.

How do I know if it's working? That's a more complicated question. Our service is built to work for you on any device with a browser. The method to see if it's working depends on what you use.

Windows. Windows is easy, you can simply download and install the browser extension. Simply click on Install and let the extension run. You will notice the change right away, because ads will be blocked.

Mac OS X. Macs have more complex installation process. We designed the extension to be compatible with multiple platforms, so it works in any browser. The easiest way to see the result is to switch to Firefox.

If you need to install the AdGuard DNS extension in Safari or Chrome, open a separate browser window or tab. You will notice the ad blocking after the extension is installed. You can also manually test our service. Just go to

Android. The process is different depending on the version of Android. Please use the version of the extension compatible with the Android version you are using.

Google Play. First, you need to download the APK file from here: Make sure you download the file, not the APK. Google Play will open a page with the download button, you can click on it and download the file. After the file is downloaded, move it to your phone's memory card. When you are installing the extension, you will see the installation screen. Select APK file, and then select the file you have just downloaded.