Some iPhone users want an ad blocker without routing all traffic through an active VPN tunnel. fogu addresses that use case with AdBlock-only mode, which keeps filtering active without an active VPN tunnel while still using DNS filtering to block many ad and tracker domains.
Why would someone want filtering without the VPN tunnel?
This setup can be useful when you mainly want blocking behavior and rule control, or when you do not want to switch away from a specific local network path for performance or compatibility reasons. It is also a clear answer to people who assume every iPhone blocker must stay in a full VPN routing mode all the time.
What stays available in fogu?
The public product facts still apply: custom allow and block rules remain part of the app, DNS filtering stays central to blocking coverage, and the app remains focused on iPhone and iPad with no user account required.
When should you use the full VPN mode instead?
If you want your traffic to exit through one of fogu's 7+ global locations or want to switch among Shadowsocks, WireGuard, VLESS TLS, and VLESS Reality, the full VPN mode is the better fit. If you only need blocking, AdBlock-only mode may be enough.
Return to the homepage for the main feature summary, open compare for alternative setup models, or check the FAQ for common edge cases and troubleshooting steps.