“A polished first network-level privacy tool for households that want visible, configurable DNS control.”
At a glance
| Replaces | Commercial DNS filters, Router ad blocking |
|---|---|
| Open-source license | GPL-3.0 |
| Privacy | Blocks trackers before devices connect and keeps logs on your network. |
| Lightweight signal | One small service protects phones, TVs, and smart devices without per-device apps. |
| Community health | Large company-backed open-source project |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, macOS, Docker, Routers |
Blocks trackers before devices connect and keeps logs on your network.
One small service protects phones, TVs, and smart devices without per-device apps.
Large company-backed open-source project. Verify current releases and open issues in the source repository before critical deployment.
Should you switch to AdGuard Home?
A polished first network-level privacy tool for households that want visible, configurable DNS control. A successful migration starts with a small real project, not a feature checklist. Test the files, integrations, shortcuts, and collaboration steps you use every week before removing the existing tool.
Open source gives you inspectable code and a path away from vendor lock-in, but it does not eliminate tradeoffs. Support may be community-led, some commercial file formats may be imperfect, and self-hosted options require security updates and backups. Use the official website and source repository above to confirm current compatibility.