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While both block ads in Safari, the Pro version is essentially a for your iPhone or iPad. The "Pro" distinction historically allowed for these advanced DNS features before they were partially integrated into the Freemium version's "Premium" subscription, but many long-time users prefer the standalone Pro app for its "one-time purchase" legacy.

: Unlike the free version, the Pro version allows you to add custom filter lists from across the web. You can subscribe to specialized lists for blocking telemetry, "annoyances" (like cookie notices), or region-specific ads. AdGuard Pro — adblock

: It offers a powerful "Blacklist" and "Whitelist" for DNS. If an app is behaving poorly or you want to block a specific domain across your entire device manually, you can do it here with a single entry. AdGuard Pro vs. AdGuard (Free) While both block ads in Safari, the Pro

for iOS is more than just a browser extension; its most powerful and "interesting" feature is system-wide DNS filtering . You can subscribe to specialized lists for blocking

: It supports encrypted DNS protocols. This ensures your ISP or local network administrator cannot see which websites you are visiting, providing a significant boost to your privacy.

: By setting up a "local VPN" (which doesn't actually send your data to a remote server), AdGuard Pro filters DNS requests from all apps. This allows you to block ads and trackers in apps like YouTube (web), Instagram, or mobile games.