Athena: Firewall DNS AdBlocker

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