Blocking ads in Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, and Snapchat

[awef]

Will it ever be possible to block ads in these apps, possibly with root? Out of curiosity, why is this such a difficult task on Android, when it can be easily done on Windows and macOS?

 

[Blaz]

If app is encrypting, not possible without modifying the app or using another app for the purpose.

 

[vasily_bagirov]

It may become possible, but not in the near future, that's almost for sure.

 

[Boo Berry]

IMO, it may not possible without patching/hacking APK files (e.g. what Lucky Patcher does) which would require root and can break apps.

Honestly, I'd look for alternative apps.

I suspect this is the beginning of apps doing things like this (e.g. double encryption). It'll likely become harder to block ads in apps in the future.

 

[Zyxel]

You do not need the Root to act on the apk just download a modified apk that eliminates the advertisements

 

[Boo Berry]

In my honest opinion, doing that could and can become a serious security risk. You're basically just asking for malware by doing this, especially from untrustworthy "developers". If you do this, make sure you research the modded app and the developer(s).

 

[Zyxel]

Ovviamente c'è un rischio con una scansione antivirus e un firewall è un Trojan meglio della pubblicità odio la pubblicità

 

[TineMa]

Have you tried using Lucky Patcher? I am using it and blocking ads on spam sites.

 

[Boo Berry]

Lucky Patcher requires root access and can patch ads out of apps. However, since Lucky Patcher is usually used for piracy, you may not want to use it.