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AdAway is a free and open-source ad blocker, originating from Germany, that effectively blocks advertisements by modifying the hosts file to redirect ad requests to 127.0.0.1. This privacy-focused solution, available for Android devices and F-Droid, is lauded for its lightweight design, not requiring continuous background operation after hosts file updates, which benefits older phones. Key features include blocking trackers, dark mode, extensibility through plugins, and a strict no-tracking, no-logs, no-registration policy. It supports both IPv4 and IPv6. While operating as a community-driven FOSS project without traditional revenue or a formal leadership structure, it has garnered strong user loyalty, with many users donating to support its development. It is considered a top choice for rooted Android devices, competing with similar solutions like Blokada 5, and maintains an active presence on platforms like GitHub and Twitter.