Sorry if this is a dumb question but how do I add hosts? I searched this thread to no avail thanks
Sorry if this is a dumb question but how do I add hosts? I searched this thread to no avail thanks
Help Please! Copying Of Hosts File Failed
Hey Everyone:
Been using 4.2.9 for months now with no issues until a few days ago. When I go to update the hosts I get the 'ol "Copying of Hosts File Failed" error.
I tried all the regular "default" type fixes (target hosts location etc.) but no success.
Attached is a CatLog of when I try to update the hosts.
Can anyone please help me out? (the Ads are driving me insane LOL)
THANKS!
Hey Everyone:
Been using 4.2.9 for months now with no issues until a few days ago. When I go to update the hosts I get the 'ol "Copying of Hosts File Failed" error.
I tried all the regular "default" type fixes (target hosts location etc.) but no success.
Attached is a CatLog of when I try to update the hosts.
Can anyone please help me out? (the Ads are driving me insane LOL)
THANKS!
Are you referring to hosts other than the standard ones that install within the app when you tap "Update Hosts"........??
Open AdAway, open Hamburger menu, open Host Sources, press plus button (add source), fill in https://raw.githubusercontent.com/StevenBlack/hosts/master/hosts
press add.
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The app doesn't seem to block any ads for me.
It could be because of regional reasons, but I get all kinds of ads even in apps that aren't localized and stuff.
Does anyone know about any source of hosts better than the default file supplied with the app?
It could be because of regional reasons, but I get all kinds of ads even in apps that aren't localized and stuff.
Does anyone know about any source of hosts better than the default file supplied with the app?
If you are using mobile data connection have a look onto the settings of the access points (usually settings - mobile & internet - mobile network - advanced - Access point names). If there are any proxies defined, AdAway is bypassed. Switch to an AP without proxy or modify it.
I actually linked to the main hosts page. If you look at the page (e.g. scroll down), the README provides information about all the different "recipes" available. The RAW link plugs into Adaway.
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If I had to guess I'd say that you somehow turned off Systemless Hosts in Magisk. Verify that /data/adb/modules/hosts/system/etc/hosts exists and that /data/adb/modules/hosts/disable does not.
In addition to other advice you've been given, a basic troubleshooting step would be to ensure that /etc/hosts has been modified. It will be larger than just a few bytes, and the header of the files will stay that's it's been modified by Adaway.
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How do I know if the servers there are proxies?
It was building the hosts file for quite a while, so I guess it works.
I have no idea how to get to that folder anywayy
A proxy will be listed as part of the APN settings (see attached image). Some carriers block the ability to edit the APN, but tapping on it should let you see the configuration.
If both Wi-Fi and mobile data have ads, you really should make sure the hosts file was applied correctly.
The length of time a program runs is not confirmation of success. Use a root explorer app from the play store and look at the file.
Your device is rooted, right? Depending on android version, systemless hosts is enabled, right?
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The image doesn't open. This site is really useless.
I'll check the app.
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The hosts file is 1.7MB, so I guess it's fine.
I'll check the app.
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The hosts file is 1.7MB, so I guess it's fine.
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Thanks for replying. That was one of the first things I checked:
/data/adb/modules/hosts/system/etc/hosts exists and /data/adb/modules/hosts/disable definitely does not.
I even uninstalled Adaway and made sure that Systemless Hosts was enabled correctly in Magisk, then reinstalled Adaway.
Same problem. The LogCat doesn't show much either which is even more weird?
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This site is FAR from useless. You are being lazy and not willing to put in the time to READ anything to learn how to do it correctly. The information is right in front of you.
Edit: Make sure you don't have core only mode enabled in MM.
Have you double checked the "target hosts file" is correct in preferences for your device?
What is your device?
There is a setting for verbose logging also in Adaway preferences.
Or, giving the benefit of the doubt, tired, frustrated, unfamiliar with this level of modification.
There was a problem with the image I posted, I edited and fixed it.
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Core Mode Only is definitely not enabled in MM. The Target Hosts file is the same as it always has been since I've used AA for years and it worked fine.
Device is an HTC-10. Target hosts file path is /system/etc/hosts.
Not sure if this would matter but Allow Whitelisting is checked in AA. I will enable Verbose Logging and run another LogCat and post.
Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it. I feel naked without AA running on the phone LOL!
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A site that is infested with ads and scripts, takes ten seconds to load and doesn't even show attachments IS useless.
From technical standpoint, not because of content. We understand each other now?
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You should maybe check / search for more "channel4" type hosts in https://raw.githubusercontent.com/hagezi/dns-blocklists/main/domains/pro.plus.txt
I no longer use AdAway as my host file is waaaaaay too big. I have been lazy and haven't updated my hosts file for a many months now, but have yet to see any ads. I also use a custom DNS I have listed above. I was surprised when I used the DNS alone, ads broke through.11
It's always blatently (NEVER automatically )asks me on a data clear, just tried it and got
Clear data and choose vpn if you want vpn -
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AdAway is an open source ad blocker for Android using the hosts file.
Google Play Store notice
According the Google Play Developer Policy, especially the "Device and Network Abuse" section, ad blocker like AdAway violates the "Apps that block or interfere with another app displaying ads." rule and can't be distributed on distributed on the Play Store.
As Free and Open Source Software, AdAway is available from F-Droid Store or this XDA thread :good:
Requirements
This application requires Android 8 or above and does no more require root.
For older Android versions, a rooted device is required.
Changelog
If you don't want to read each announce post of this thread, you can:
- Get a summary of all changes in the project CHANGELOG.md,
- Check any further details though the source code commits.
Downloads
Stable versions are available on GitHub releases and F-Droid Store:
- AdAway 6.1.1 - Latest stable version - check v6 announcement
- AdAway 4.3.6 - for Android versions older than Android 8
- AdAway 3.3 - for Android versions older than Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
The app provides an in-app updater for both GitHub and F-Droid builds.
Keep in mind beta channel is limited to GitHub builds, and F-Droid releases usually have a several days latency.
Problem? Read this
* If you use Chrome and still see ads on web pages, remember to disable the "data saver" or "reduced data usage" browser option.
* Check your APN settings for any proxy, the proxy itself could be allowing ads. Disable the proxy.
* After you install or make any change to AdAway, you must reboot for those changes to take effect.
* If you are still having issues please read and understand all the info in the wiki before asking for help here.
Otherwise, this is the right thread to discuss about it or file a bug report here.
Contributors
PerfectSlayer, Vankog, jawz101
Source Code: https://github.com/AdAway/AdAway170Hi all,
A new year is coming and I wish you all to have nice holidays :victory:
Just few words about this ending year. There was about 12 releases in 2019 which brings you a new UI, a lot of bug fixes, Android 10 support, Gist and GitLab hosting support and better Magisk support.
All of this is possible thanks to the community to help users to discover the app, learn how to use it and report any new bug and also your moral, nice words and thanks you can send to me, and financial support.
Thanks a lot for all donators, GitHub sponsor and the Pixel 2 you sent me to test Android 10 support.
For the next year, I hope to release the next version (V5), at least in beta to start. It's been 9 months since its first lines of code and things are working quite nicely.
It aims to make the app simpler to use for the main use cases, support rooted and non rooted devices and remove old hacks/workaround which are no more needed on recent setups.
But before this big next update, I still have time to fix current issue with a new release
Changelog:
- Fix GitLab hosting support (commit date parsing failed)
- Translation update
Thanks:
Special thanks to @gallegonovato for its helpful bug report and @Vankog for translation update.
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AdAway 4.3.2 on AndroidFileHost (md5: 78fde09a0e92044c45e901bb1cec8e2e)159Hi all,
Long time no see! It's been more than two months since the last update.
I can't say I was not active on the project as I start working on a new version (5.x.y) as a side project.
I won't share the source code yet as it is not ready at all and I don't want to give an ETA but this new version targets the following goals:
- 1. Revamp the UI
- 2. Clean up old support
- 3. Address one of the main drawback of the app
1. The card based UI does not feel right. Welcome card takes too much space, update button / status has a lot of critic. I guess I can do better.
I started a new simpler and lighter design which provide the most useful information on home screen and all main actions to trigger in one tap (no more burger menu).
It is still under heavy development but I hopefully get a friend onboard, specialized in graphics and design, to help me :highfive:
2. In order to simplify the development, I clean up the app and remove support for old features.
I bump target SDK version so I finally get Java 8 language feature (it was released 5y ago…) and move to topjohnwu root library (instead of home made one). It means systemless support is now handled by Magisk and other root solutions will still work.
3. Think of what prevent most of users to use AdAway? Now it's gone!
It's not gone forever. It's still here but there will be a fallback to workaround it.
I won't tell more until the first public beta but I guess you get the point :fingers-crossed:
In the meanwhile, here is a new version!
Feedback:
GitLab, like GitHub do not set LastModified HTTP header so update status is not supported... yet!
Changelog:
- Add Gist and GitLab hosting support for hosts file
- Add option to set default IPv6 redirection
- Improve reboot command
- Improve UI for overlays
- Update translations
Thanks:
Special thanks to @MSF Jarvis and ralayax for theirs contributions and @andy356 for its helpful bug report.
Download:
AdAway 4.2.5 on AndroidFileHost (md5: ab81225745afaaa7646024109de299c0)148Hi all,
Feedback:
It works well here. I failed to reproduce as I change the HTTP client library and how I use it.
But update date for the source you link definitely works now.
Not really. You could choose a lot of different mode.
For example, F-Droid server watches AdAway GitHub repository to find tags which match a specific versioning pattern.
Thank you so much! :highfive:
Thank you too!
Changelog:
- Add hosts source download cache
- Add snackbar notification to update host from DNS request listing
- Update UI from Material Design to Material Theming
- Update gradle, plugins and dependencies
- Fix crash parsing not defined host source last modified date
- Fix native modules build script (required for F-Droid build server)
- Fix Transifex issues
Thanks:
Special thanks to all recent donators! Your help is really appreciated :good:
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AdAway 4.2.0 on AndroidFileHost (md5: 023169e7c345ef7297095793024f8478)144Hi all,
I talked enough about it the past weeks and here it is: the first beta for the next version of AdAway.
As you know, the main feature is the removal of root requirement but it also comes with a lot of improvements like an easier to use UI, a builtin updater, new cache and databases to improve reliability or even a quick pause/resume adblocking button that 3rd party apps can control.
It took me literally a year and 330+ commits to build it (the first commit of this branch was April the 7th) and I hope it will be worth it.
It should allow the app to be viable in the future with root being more and more difficult to achieve at each new Android release and Google hardening SafetyNet checks.
I will try to answer to the most expected questions here so you still can post a link to this FAQ later to lost users.
FAQ:
Does this version replace the v4.x versions?
No. This is still a preview version and does not replace the stable one.
It is available to test it and report issues and feedback before being promoted to stable.
Can I upgrade and revert safely?
Yes. Both v4 and v5 use the same settings export format.
Why does this version targets Android 8+ Oreo only?
Like the v4, v5 is expected to offer support for latest devices.
Android 8 and above represent more than 60% of device distribution and will grew through time.
If you use an older device, root solutions work very well and v4 is here for you (like v2 and v3 stayed for legacy devices).
How the hell does it work without root?
This version provides two adblocking methods: the usual root one using hosts file and a new one using local VPN.
The VPN solution allows to filter and alter connections of your devices without root access.
Is using a VPN safe?
In the case of AdAway, yes. It uses VPN API but does not connect to a VPN server.
In the case of VPN client app, it depends.
To give you more details, a VPN client app uses the VPN API to create a virtual network interface on your device and redirect all your traffic into it.
If you imaginge the VPN like a pipe (the right word is tunnel), client VPN app outputs all your traffic on a VPN server which is able to check what you are doing on the Internet.
With AdAway, your network is not redirected to a VPN server but your device internet connection (same as no VPN). VPN API is only used to get traffic into it to break the connections to ad servers.
Is VPN use battery?
Yes, like everything you do on device.
Witouth root, a VPN service will be running permanently to filter your traffic.
Good news is it will only filter DNS traffic. Not all traffic is redirected into it so it won't be as expensive as you can fear.
Did you come up with this idea alone?
Absolutely not! I spent a lot of hours trying to find altenatives to hosts based adblocking (like routes or private DNS). But nothing was better than VPN based adblocking.
So we (MrRobinson and I) approched Julian Klode, developer of DNS66 more than three years ago to see if we can merge our apps. It wasn't that easy as we don't develop our apps the same way so I ended up by integrating the DNS66 adblocking method into AdAway. It is fine for Julian, his app is Open Source and he himself built it from the core code of AdBuster app (an VPN based adblocking app).
Should we stop using DNS66 for AdAway?
Not at all. DNS66 is a great app and provides some features that AdAway doesn't have (yet?), like DNS settings.
DNS66 is a great app, keep using it if you like it!
If both apps used the same adblocking method a year ago when I start this version, I keep adding feature to the VPN adblocking method and most of them won't be in DNS66.
If Julian ports them back to DNS66, it's great if it can help his app and users!
Is it me or the app put on weight?
Yes, the app significantly grew due to new libraries like VPN related ones and Android Jetpack.
It also stores more data on device: a http cache, a host database, a hosts copy, etc...
I think 15~20mo of storage is still fine.
Changelog:
Without further ado, check the summarized changelog (it was hard to summarize a one year development)
- Add new home screen
- Provides all main controls from one screen
- Displays currently blocked, allowed and redirected domains
- Displays current hosts sources status and control to force apply
- Add non root ad-blocking feature
- Uses a builtin local VPN to filter DNS request to blocked domains
- Based on the work of dns66 by julian-klode
- Allows to excluded system applications and per user applications
- Add builtin updater with changelog display
- Add feature to quickly pause and resume ad-blocking
- Add wizard screen for first run setup
- Add feature to display and filter all blocked, allowed, redirect domains
- Improve preferences screen
- Add broadcast receiver to control ad-blocking from third party applications
- Update Android target to Android 10
- Improve root and shell support
- Split translation files to easier understand their context
- Add GitHub action test and build tasks
Download:
AdAway 5.0.0 beta (sha2: 200fd7789b174735d3af5925b4e568b09475bb3f39a79d24d6617af4b19cd19d)
If you like my work, feel free to support me. Check my sign for donation links. Thanks all! :highfive:
