New version — Download link: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

- bug fixes and filter list updates

It's been a bit quiet from my end this year. The reason is that I've started a new full-time role as a professor in the Netherlands, where I'm training a new generation of researchers to make the internet a safer place. Having said that, I'm trying my best to ensure that the app still works at an adequate level. I've even applied for public funds from the European Union to expand the feature set inside the TrackerControl app. I hope it'll work out. On the other hand, I do wonder sometimes to what extent the app is still needed, since DuckDuckGo decided to copy my implementation to their tracking blocking system. Their approach blocks less tracking to be more end-user-friendly. But, under the hood, they use the same NetGuard-based approach for their tracking blocking. The team behind this, at the time, asked for my advice on how to accomplish this. The fact that TrackerControl features are now used by millions of people everyday wouldn't have been possible without the support of this community. So, I'd like to thank you all for your continued support over the years. You're the best.

New version — Download link: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

- Fix bugs, and update dependencies + translations + host lists

Another new version — Download link: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

- Fix bugs, and update dependencies + translations + host lists

New version — Download link: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

- Update for Android 16+ (this was hard; sorry for the delay; Google's Android changes are annoying)
- Make dark mode actually dark, and follow system setting
- Update dependencies + translations + host lists

New version — Download link: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

- Fix bugs (toggle 'monitoring' and show 'countries')

New version for testing:

- Fix bugs
- Half APK size
- Revamp tracker library analysis. New UI and much faster. Feedback wanted!

Another version for testing:

- Add optional Secure DNS (see in 'Network Settings')
- Add optional auto update of hosts (see in 'Advanced Settings')
- Add new "Exclude from VPN" setting to replace "Monitoring" setting
- Fix more bugs
- Half APK size
- Revamp tracker library analysis. New UI and much faster. Feedback wanted!

Another version for testing:

- Make sure to migrate old monitoring exemptions
- Add onboarding screen, including to inform about new Secure DNS function

Another version for testing. Overview of recent changes:

• New Insights: View statistics on blocked trackers and tracking companies.
• Secure DNS: added support for Encrypted DNS (DoH) for better privacy.
• Enhanced Blocking: Support for multiple blocklists and auto-updates.
• Simpler Settings: "Monitor" is now "Exclude from VPN" for clarity.
• Performance: 50% smaller app size, faster startup, and improved battery life.
• Revamped Analysis: Faster and cleaner tracker library scanner.
• Improved Stability: Fixed bugs, crashes, and improved backups.

New version released:

Download latest version [here](https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk).

- Tracker Blocking Modes: Choose between minimal, standard, and strict blocking to balance privacy and app compatibility.
- DuckDuckGo Tracker Radar: Integrated DDG's mobile-specific tracker detection for better coverage.
- Improved DNS: Better reliability, safer defaults, and support for Encrypted DNS.
- New Insights: View statistics on blocked trackers and tracking companies, directly from the main screen.
- Enhanced Blocking: Support for multiple blocklists and auto-updates.
- Show Unprotected Apps: New option to easily see which apps are not yet protected.
- Removed IP-Based Blocking: Removed faulty IP-based tracker blocking for improved reliability.
- Replaced Battery/Data Saver Popups: Intrusive popups replaced with a streamlined troubleshooting flow.
- Simpler Settings: "Monitor" is now "Exclude from VPN" for clarity.
- UI Cleanup: Cleaner interface with improved scrolling and search performance.
- Performance: 50% smaller app size, faster startup, and improved battery life.
- Revamped Analysis: Faster and cleaner tracker library scanner.
- New Translations: Added new translations.
- Bug Fixes: Fixed several crashes and improved stability.

Another small update: https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk

Starts migrating to new Android UI, Material 3

New version released:

Download latest version [here](https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk).

- New VPN preview: use Mullvad, IVPN, or your own WireGuard profile
- New Timeline view and refreshed Insights
- Completed Material 3 redesign with better accessibility
- More reliable VPN, WireGuard, DNS, pause/resume, and tracker detection
- Fixed a crash on devices with work profiles
- Lower memory use, better performance, and less Secure DNS battery drain
- Updated tracker lists, translations, and dependencies
- Many bug fixes

New version released:

Download latest version [here](https://github.com/TrackerControl/tracker-control-android/releases/latest/download/TrackerControl-githubRelease-latest.apk).

Support for Android 17 local network protections
Clearer warnings when local network access is missing or blocked
Full tunnel routing in tethering compatibility mode
Automatic failover to another Mullvad/IVPN relay when one stays dead
More accurate tracker attribution for shared IP addresses
Restored system app filter and improved tracker activity display
Updated tracker lists, translations, and dependencies
Many bug fixes