Block ads & trackers with DNS filtering. Root, Shizuku, VPN. No-root firewall.
About this app
Athena Firewall combines powerful DNS-based ad blocking with complete network control. Block ads, trackers, and unwanted connections across all apps. Works with Root, Shizuku, or VPN mode - choose what fits your device.
✓ DNS ad & tracker blocking ✓ Custom & pre-made blocklists ✓ Per-app firewall rules ✓ Root, Shizuku & VPN modes ✓ Network monitor & kill switch ✓ Material 3 design
🚫 DNS AD BLOCKING & FILTERING
Stop ads and trackers before they load with powerful DNS filtering. Block ads in apps, games, and browsers system-wide.
- DNS-based ad & tracker blocking - Pre-made blocklists (AdGuard, Steven Black, more) - Custom blocklists - add your own URLs - Auto-update blocklists daily - Custom DNS servers (Cloudflare, Quad9, AdGuard DNS, custom) - Block specific domains manually - Allow/block by IP address - DNS request logging - See every DNS query in real-time
🔥 FIREWALL - THREE POWERFUL MODES
Choose the mode that works for YOUR device:
ROOT MODE (Rooted devices) - Direct iptables firewall control - Most powerful option - System-level blocking - Maximum control
SHIZUKU MODE (No root needed) - Advanced features without rooting - Enhanced firewall capabilities - Works with Shizuku app - Power user features
VPN MODE (Any device) - Works on stock Android - Local VPN only (no external servers) - No root or Shizuku needed - Privacy-focused
🔒 PER-APP NETWORK CONTROL
Control exactly which apps can access the internet. Block apps individually or by category.
- Block apps from WiFi or mobile data - Separate rules for WiFi/data - Whitelist or blacklist mode - System app control - Show offline apps - Track install source - Real-time connection monitoring - Connection logs per app - See app permissions
Perfect for stopping background data usage, preventing tracking, and saving battery.
📊 ADVANCED MONITORING
Watch your network activity in real-time with comprehensive logging and monitoring.
- Status bar network monitor - Real-time connection logs - DNS query logs - Per-app connection history - See which domains apps contact - Export logs for analysis - Live traffic statistics - Bandwidth usage tracking
📡 NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES
- Kill switch block all traffic when firewall stops - Allow local network IPs (for printers, smart home) - Block specific IP addresses - Screen protection bypass - VPN slot functions - Auto-start on boot - Background protection
🎨 MODERN MATERIAL 3 DESIGN
- Material You dynamic colors - AMOLED dark theme (true black) - Clean, intuitive interface - Smooth animations - Tablet optimized - Multi-language support
🌐 CUSTOM DNS CONTROL
Take full control of your DNS for privacy and speed.
- Custom DNS servers (DoH coming soon) - Popular DNS providers built-in: - Custom DNS IPs - DNS leak protection - Encrypted DNS queries (roadmap) - Change DNS per network
🛡️ PRIVACY & OPEN SOURCE
- 100% open-source (GPL) - No data collection - No analytics or tracking - No ads anywhere - Community-driven
🔧 POWER USER FEATURES
- Import/export blocklists - Backup/restore settings - Root OR non-root operation - Shizuku integration - Detailed logging - Custom filtering rules - Advanced DNS options - Developer options
⚡ LIGHTWEIGHT & EFFICIENT
- Minimal battery drain - Low memory footprint - Runs efficiently in background - Optimized for performance - No bloat - focused features
📱 PERFECT FOR:
- Blocking ads in apps & games - Stopping trackers & analytics - Reducing mobile data usage - Privacy-conscious users - Parents controlling kid's devices - Developers & security researchers - Users who want DNS control - Anyone wanting network visibility - Rooted AND non-rooted devices
🎯 USE CASES
Stop App Tracking: Block analytics and trackers in all apps Save Mobile Data: Block ads = less data used Parent Controls: Block inappropriate domains Gaming: Block ads in free games Privacy:Stop apps phoning home Security Research: Monitor all connections Custom Blocking: Block specific domains/IPs
Licensed under GPL-3.0-only, by Kin69.
What's New in v1.80
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
Version history
Jan 13, 2026 · 6 MB · Android API 24–36 · code 306
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
SHA-256 ff0cf9b520fb4dd2459033bd8ace400a9181c61bb53ce8751c6d7796fa0eb69b
Dec 18, 2025 · 5.9 MB · Android API 24–36 · code 205
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
SHA-256 22c5cbdbd095a6bf448ae291b819b43699d8bd315dc9790a3bc5bb1b457c9341
Nov 15, 2025 · 5.6 MB · Android API 23–36 · code 104
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
SHA-256 a5f2f4fbf47fb767ab86e79155c13d2e526d6d323e1991fb9b4ccfb86d0a8f08
Will it run on your device?
92%
- Runs on a broad range of modern Android versions.
- Multiple CPU architectures are covered.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
Open Settings on your Android device
Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
Enable "Allow from this source" for your browser or file manager
Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
Tap "Install" and wait for installation to complete
Launch the app from your home screen
Make sure to re-enable Unknown Sources restrictions after installation for security.
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How to roll back to an earlier version
If the current release misbehaves, 1.5 is the last build before it. Android will not install an older version code over a newer one, so you must uninstall Athena: Firewall DNS AdBlocker first — which clears its local data unless you have a backup. Reinstall the older APK only if its signing fingerprint matches the build you already trust, and check the API range: an older release may target an Android version your device has moved past.
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