Tracking-protection and adblocker gone from Android version

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Mathis
Mathis Posts: 6 Observer
edited April 24 in Privacy VPN

I have F-secure Total and after the VPN update that added the Hydra protocol I no longer see the options to enable tracking protection and adblock. Have these settings been removed? I get more ads in Chrome after enabling VPN than without VPN now...

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  • Firmy
    Firmy Posts: 2,322 Community Manager
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    Hello @Mathis

    Thank you for your question.

    After the update to version 25.2 and the introduction of the new VPN protocol, you might have noticed that the separate settings are no longer there on your Android device.

    The way websites protect your information has changed, with more using strong encryption (HTTPS). Because of this, the previous method we used to block trackers and ads isn't as effective anymore. So, we had to re-evaluate the feature.

    Even though those settings are gone, your F-Secure app is still working to keep you safe online. The VPN helps by making your connection private and hiding your location. We're always looking for new ways to protect you in this changing online world.

    Thanks for your understanding. Have a lovely day.

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  • JOnes
    JOnes Posts: 1,060 Forum Guru

    I am using the latest f-secure and i haven't noticed more ads in Chome after update

    Have you checked that in the latest version of F-Secure(25.4) in the scamming protection section the adblocking is on ?

    According my knowledge Tracking Protection feature setting has been removed at least from the Windows version of the F-Secure app.

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  • Mathis
    Mathis Posts: 6 Observer

    Sorry, late answer. I have version 25.6 now and there is no adblock option in the scam protection for me. I only have overlay options, wifi notifications and sms protection. Android 15 on OnePlus 12r

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  • JOnes
    JOnes Posts: 1,060 Forum Guru

    Yes,In f-secure 25.6(Android) the adblock option has been removed,not only for you but all others using this security&vpn software,which seems to be continually in the searching for a stable version and clear release bulletins for all platform in one place..

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  • Mathis
    Mathis Posts: 6 Observer

    Yet my iPhone still has the adblock-extension for Safari that works well. It's weird how the stricter OS seems to have better features.

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