Advertising in Yandex Browser on Android has become a real problem for many users. Pop-up banners, autoplay videos, ad blocks in search results - all this is not only distracting, but also slows down the browser, using up traffic and battery power. It is especially annoying when advertising appears even on the main page or in new tabs, where it is difficult to disable it using standard means.

In this article we will look at all current methods for removing ads from basic browser settings to using third-party tools. You'll learn how to turn off personalized ads, block pop-ups, set up filtering, and even replace your browser entirely if other methods don't help. Important: some solutions require DNS-filtering and even completely replacing the browser if other methods do not help. Important: some decisions require root access or installing additional applications, but we will indicate where this is required and where you can do without them.

We warn you right away: Yandex regularly updates advertising display mechanisms, so some methods may stop working after new browser versions are released. If some method does not work, try alternative options from these instructions.

1. Disabling personalized advertising in the browser settings

The easiest way to reduce the amount of advertising is disable its personalization directly in the settings Yandex Browser. This will not remove advertising completely, but will make it less intrusive and relevant (that is, you will see random banners, and not targeted to your interests).

How to do it:

  • 📱 Open Yandex Browser and tap on the icon "⚙️ Settings"** (three dots in the lower right corner).
  • 🔍 Go to the section Settings → Privacy.
  • 🔄 Find the item "Personalized advertising"** and move the slider to position "Off.".
  • 🗑️ Scroll below and click "Reset advertising ID"** (this will clear your profile for targeted advertising).

After these actions, advertising will become less intrusive, but will not disappear completely. We also recommend clear cache and cookies in the same section to delete saved targeting data. To do this:

  1. Go back to Settings → Privacy.
  2. Select "Clear data" → "Cache" and "Cookies"**.
  3. Specify the period "For all time"** and confirm clearing.
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If after resetting the advertising ID the advertisement is still shown, try log out of your Yandex account in the browser. Often targeting works through a linked profile.

2. Blocking pop-ups and notifications One of the most annoying forms of advertising is pop-ups from websites. They can be disabled both in the browser itself and at the system level

One of the most annoying forms of advertising is pop-up windows (popups) and push notifications from sites. They can be disabled both in the browser itself and at the system level Android. Let's start with the browser settings:

Instructions for blocking pop-ups:

  1. Open Settings → Content.
  2. Find the item "Pop-up windows"** and disable it.
  3. Go back and select "Site notifications" → "Block" (or configure manually for each site).

If advertising continues to appear, check the system settings Android:

  • 📵 Go to Phone Settings → Applications → Yandex Browser → Notifications.
  • 🔔 Disable all permissions to display notifications (especially "Pop-up windows" and "Notifications from sites").
What to do if advertising still happens appears?

If, after disabling pop-up windows, advertising continues to appear, most likely it is built into the site itself (for example, through scripts). In this case, only an ad blocker (see section 4) or changing the browser (section 6) will help.

Please note: some sites (for example, Kinopoisk or Avito) may stop working correctly after blocking notifications. In this case, add them to exceptions in your browser settings.

3. Using DNS filtering to block ads

One ​​of the most effective ways to combat advertising is changing DNS servers those that filter advertising domains. It works at the network level so it blocks ads across all browsers and apps. Disadvantage of the method: some sites may open more slowly or incorrectly.

Best DNS for blocking ads:

DNS server IPv4 address Features
AdGuard DNS 176.103.130.130, 176.103.130.131 Blocks advertising, trackers and phishing. There is a family mode.
NextDNS Individual (registration required) Flexible settings, blocking by category, query logs.
Cloudflare Family 1.1.1.3, 1.0.0.3 Blocks malicious sites and advertising, but less aggressively than AdGuard.
CleanBrowsing 185.228.168.168, 185.228.169.168 Filters advertising and adult content.

How to change DNS on Android:

  1. Open Settings → Network and Internet → Private DNS (or Wi-Fi Settings → Change network → Advanced → DNS).
  2. Select "Private DNS"** and specify the address (for example, dns.adguard.com for AdGuard DNS).
  3. Save the changes and restart the phone.
📊 Which DNS do you use to block ads?
AdGuard DNS
NextDNS
Cloudflare
CleanBrowsing
I don’t use
Other

⚠️ Attention: Some mobile operators (for example, MTS will help. data-i="142">Beeline or Beeline) can ignore custom DNS via DHCP. In this case, the application DNS Changer or setting VPN-mode in AdGuard.

4. Installing ad blockers (AdBlock, AdGuard)

If the built-in methods do not help, it's time to connect specialized ad blockers. They work at the traffic level and filter advertising requests before they reach the browser. Let's consider the two most reliable options:

4.1. AdGuard (without root access)

AdGuard is one of the best solutions for blocking ads on Android. The application creates a local VPNtunnel through which it filters all traffic. Advantage: works in all browsers and applications.

How to set up:

  1. Download AdGuard from Google Play.
  2. Launch the application and click "Start" → "Quick setup".
  3. Enable "Protection"** (you will need permission to create VPN).
  4. In the section "Filters"** activate:
    • 🛡️ AdGuard Base filter (basic ad blocking),
    • 🔍 AdGuard Tracking Protection filter (blocking trackers),
    • 📱 Mobile ads filter (especially for mobile sites).

4.2. Blokada (an alternative to AdGuard)

Blokada - free open source blocker code. It works on the same principle as AdGuard, but does not require registration and has no restrictions in the free version.

Instructions:

  • 📲 Download Blokada from the official website (blokada.org).
  • 🔧 Launch the application and click "Activate"**.
  • 🌍 In the settings, select "Hosts lists"** and add lists:
    • https://adaway.org/hosts.txt (main list),
    • https://raw.githubusercontent.com/StevenBlack/hosts/master/hosts (extended).
  • 🔄 Restart Blokada and check the browser.

Open Yandex Browser and go to a site with advertising (for example, Mail.ru or Onliner.by)

Check whether banners and pop-ups have disappeared

Make sure that sites load without errors (if not, disable some filters)

Try to open an advertising site (for example, doubleclick.net) - it must be blocked-->

⚠️ Attention: Some blockers (for example, AdBlock Plus) for Android work only in Yandex Browser as an extension. However, Yandex limit the functionality of third-party extensions, so it is better to use AdGuard or Blokada at the system level.

5. Resetting the Yandex Browser to factory settings

If advertising appeared after updating the browser or changing settings, it will help full resetThis will delete all saved data, including cache, cookies and settings, which can eliminate the built-in ones. advertising modules.

How to reset the browser:

  1. Open Settings → Advanced → Reset settings.
  2. Select "Reset all settings"** and confirm the action.
  3. After resetting do not restore data from backup this may return advertising.

If resetting does not help, try remove and reinstall the browser:

  • 🗑️ Delete Yandex Browser via Settings → Applications.
  • 🔄 Reboot your phone.
  • 📥 Install the browser again from Google Play (not from third-party sources!).
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Resetting the browser deletes all saved passwords and bookmarks. Before the procedure, export important data via Settings → Bookmarks → Export.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (for example, MIUI or Flyme) Yandex Browser may be preinstalled as a system application. In this case, it cannot be completely removed - only disable updates and reset data.

6. Alternative browsers without unnecessary water

If none of the methods helped, the most radical solution is change browser. (for example, Brave or Firefox Focus) initially block ads and trackers without requiring additional settings.

The best browsers without unnecessary water for Android:

Browser Ad blocking Additional features
Brave Built-in (based on AdBlock) Torrent client, cryptocurrency rewards for viewing ads (optional).
Firefox Focus Blocking trackers and advertising Automatic deletion of history after closing.
Kiwi Browser Support for extensions (can be installed uBlock Origin) Night mode, page translator.
DuckDuckGo Blocking trackers, but not all advertising Private search, protection from phishing.

How to transfer data from Yandex Browser to a new browser:

  1. To Yandex Browser export bookmarks: Settings → Bookmarks → Export (save the file to your device).
  2. In a new browser, import bookmarks through a similar settings section.
  3. To transfer passwords use password managers (for example Bitwarden or KeepassDX).

⚠️ Attention: If you use Yandex.Mail or other services Yandex, some features (such as bookmark synchronization) may not work in third-party browsers. In this case, set up access through the web versions of the services.

7. Manual removal of advertising modules (for advanced users)

This method is only suitable for users with root access (root). It allows you to remove built-in advertising libraries from system files Yandex Browser, but requires caution - incorrect actions can break the browser.

Instructions (only for experienced users!):

  1. Install a file manager with support root (for example, Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
  2. Navigate to the path: 
    /data/data/ru.yandex.browser/app_webview/

    or

    /data/data/ru.yandex.browser/app_lib/
  3. Find files with names containing:
    • ad (for example, libad.so),
    • yandexads,
    • mobileads.
  • Delete or rename these files (for example, add an extension .bak).
  • Clear the browser cache and restart it.
    • What happens if you delete the wrong files?

    If you delete critical libraries, Yandex Browser may stop launching or work incorrectly. In this case, only reinstalling the browser or resetting the phone to factory settings (as a last resort) will help.

    Important: This method may disrupt the operation of the browser and lead to the need to reinstall it. Use it only if other methods have not worked and you understand the risks.

    FAQ: Frequently asked questions about advertising in Yandex Browser

    🔹 Why did there become more ads after updating the browser?

    Yandex regularly adds new advertising modules in updates. To avoid this, disable automatic browser updates in Google Play:

    1. Open Google Play → find Yandex Browser.
    2. Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner → "Disable auto-update"**.

    Also check if new advertising settings have appeared in the latest version of the browser (see section 1).

    🔹 Is it possible to disable advertising without installing additional applications?

    Yes, but not completely. A combination of the following actions will reduce the amount of advertising:

    • Turn off personalized advertising (section 1).
    • Block pop-ups (section 2).
    • Use DNSfiltering (section 3).

    However, for complete blocking you will still need AdGuard or analogues.

    🔹 Why do ad blockers not work on some sites?

    Some sites (for example, VKontakte or YouTube) use bypassing blockers via:

    • Dynamic loading of advertisements through JavaScript.
    • Own servers for displaying banners (for example, vk.com/ads).
    • Encrypted connections (HTTPS), which are difficult to filter.

    In this case, it will help:

    • Updating filters c AdGuard.
    • Using a browser with built-in blocking (for example, Brave).
    • Manually adding domains to the blocker's blacklist.
    🔹 How to return to standard settings if after the changes the browser began to work worse?

    If after applying the tips from this article Yandex Browser started to glitch or does not open sites, follow these steps:

    1. Reset your browser settings (section 5).
    2. Disable DNSfiltering or return standard DNS (usually this is 8.8.8.8 from Google).
    3. B AdGuard or Blokada disable all filters and enable them one by one, checking the operation of the browser.
    4. If the problem persists, reinstall the browser.
    🔹 Is it legal to block ads in Yandex Browser?

    From a legal point of view blocking ads on a personal device is not against the law. You have the right to customize your software as you see fit. data-i="329">blocking ads on a personal device does not violate the law

    • Some sites may block accessif they detect a blocker (for example, they will show a message "Disable AdBlock").
    • Yandex in its terms of use does not prohibit ad blocking, but also does not guarantee correct operation of the browser with advertising disabled.

    If you use the browser for business or monetizing content, Please note that blocking ads may violate the rules of some affiliate apps.