DNSNet APK v1.3.16 · Latest Version for Android
DNSNet is a lightweight, open-source ad and tracker blocker for Android. It filters DNS through a local VPN, with blocklists and per-app exceptions.
- Version
- 1.3.16
- Updated
- Jul 15, 2026
- Size
- 19 MB
- Requires
- Android 7.0+
- Developer
- Charles Lombardo
- Category
- Security
- License
- GPL-3.0+
- Package
- dev.clombardo.dnsnet
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What is DNSNet?
DNSNet blocks ads, trackers and malicious domains across all your apps without root. It runs a small local VPN that checks every DNS lookup against hosts blocklists you choose. If a site or app breaks, you can exclude it in a couple of taps.
Key Features
- System-wide ad and tracker blocking
- Works without root via a local VPN
- Choose and update hosts blocklists
- Exclude apps that should not be filtered
- Custom DNS servers and logs
Getting Started
Enable a couple of well-known blocklists, start the VPN and accept the Android prompt. Note that another VPN cannot run at the same time.
Open Source and Privacy
DNSNet is developed in the open by Charles Lombardo and released under the GPL-3.0+ license. The code is hosted at github.com/t895/DNSNet, so anyone can check what the app does. The version on this page has no ads or tracking libraries flagged by F-Droid.
How to Install DNSNet APK
- Tap Download and get the DNSNet v1.3.16 APK (19 MB).
- Optional: compare the file’s SHA-256 checksum with the one on the download page.
- Open the file and allow your browser or file manager to install unknown apps if asked.
- Tap Install. Updates from the same source install over this one and keep your data, because they are signed with the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DNSNet free?
Yes. DNSNet is free and open-source software released under the GPL-3.0+ license. It has no ads and no paid version is required to use it.
Is this DNSNet APK safe?
The APK on this page is the original file published in the F-Droid repository, unmodified. Its SHA-256 checksum is listed on the download page so you can verify it, and the full source code is public.
What Android version does DNSNet need?
DNSNet v1.3.16 requires Android 7.0 or newer.
Where can I find the source code of DNSNet?
The source code is available at https://github.com/t895/DNSNet. You can read it, report issues or contribute there.
