Serious Discussion I use NextDNS, but want an additional on-device layer in my iPhone - Which to pick, 1Blocker, AdGuard, or other?

[MacbookGirl]

The title is self-explanatory, but to add context, I’m a medium experienced person who enjoys knowing my gadgets are safe from being hacked. I recently started using NextDNS after I have been a Lockdown user on my Apple devices.

From what I under it’s good to have another layer of protection from malware and ads on device if the first one fails or is temporarily shut-down.

So I would appreciate if you could guide me to taking the right decision.

I don’t mind taking additional tips as well. Thanks in advance!

 

[MuzzMelbourne]

I use iCloud+ Private Relay and Proton VPN. Never had a problem.

But I've read good things about NextDNS, I just don't think I need anything else.

Lockdown Mode huh?

Well, if you're security needs are that extreme, what I say is probably moot.

Welcome fellow MacBookian by the way. Fair warning though, you are entering a fairly feral Windowsian environment.

 

[piquiteco]

I use iCloud+ Private Relay and Proton VPN. Never had a problem.

I got the email from Proton yesterday that now Proton VPN blocks ads, malware only in the paid version of course.

 

[MuzzMelbourne]

Ok, well I'm on the Business plan anyway. I use there mail system for my personal and business stuff.

But, it doesn't surprise me. They are getting a bit big for their boots lately.

 

[piquiteco]

Ok, well I'm on the Business plan anyway. I use there mail system for my personal and business stuff.

I also use Proton e-mail only in the Free version, but depending on that I may purchase a plan with them in the future.

 

[piquiteco]

Lockdown Mode huh?

Well, if you're security needs are that extreme, what I say is probably moot.

Welcome fellow MacBookian by the way. Fair warning though, you are entering a fairly feral Windowsian environment.

I can't have two reactions like like, +1 or laugh, plus @MuzzMelbourne always gets laughs out of us lol

 

[Jonny Quest]

I can't have two reactions like like, +1 or laugh, plus @MuzzMelbourne always gets laughs out of us lol

lol, the same thing I was going to post, but you just did it for me

 

[MuzzMelbourne]

I also use Proton e-mail only in the Free version, but depending on that I may purchase a plan with them in the future.

I strongly suggest you look at Skiff Mail as an alternative to ProtonMail. As much as I love Proton, I am currently evaluating Skiff as a potential alternative. I like it, Ilike it alot....

 

[Ink]

Lockdown Mode huh?

Lockdown Privacy app

Home - Lockdown Privacy

The simple, powerful firewall that blocks tracking, ads, badware and more.

lockdownprivacy.com

 

[blackice]

Wipr

 

[MuzzMelbourne]

Lockdown Privacy app

Oh, thanks Ink.

I thought @MacbookGirl was referring to the iOS Lockdown Mode native function.

About Lockdown Mode - Apple Support

Lockdown Mode helps protect devices against extremely rare and highly sophisticated cyber attacks.

support.apple.com

Cheers.

 

[MacbookGirl]

Thanks for answering, but I got zero replies to my question regarding which anti-malware service to use on device. Though, I got one vote for Wipr.

 

[Templarware]

iPhone doesn't need antivirus.

 

[CyberTech]

Would go with AdGuard​

 

[MuzzMelbourne]

I don’t mind taking additional tips as well. Thanks in advance!

Sorry, thought you may have been interested...

 

[MacbookGirl]

iPhone doesn't need antivirus.

Adgaurd, 1Blocker and similar apps provide many of the same benefits as NextDNS. They remove ads, tracking, and you can also hide elements (unwanted website objects).

So there are clearly some benefits using these apps. Hopefully, NextDNS does most of the job in the cloud so these apps won’t take to much resources handling annoyances on your iPhone.

I wonder if there are any drawdowns using apps like these for the sake of privacy and security, but also which of them one presumably should use. Thank you!

 

[NormanF]

Adgaurd, 1Blocker and similar apps provide many of the same benefits as NextDNS. They remove ads, tracking, and you can also hide elements (unwanted website objects).

So there are clearly some benefits using these apps. Hopefully, NextDNS does most of the job in the cloud so these apps won’t take to much resources handling annoyances on your iPhone.

I wonder if there are any drawdowns using apps like these for the sake of privacy and security, but also which of them one presumably should use. Thank you!

You need a DNS because the apps only protect the Safari browser and thirty party browsers on IOS/IpadOS aren't allowed to install their own extensions.