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Ads slow down page loading, drain battery, and track your browsing activity across websites. Blocking ads on Chrome makes your browsing faster, safer, and more private.
Method 1: Install an Ad Blocker Extension
The easiest way to block ads on Chrome is to install an ad blocker extension from the Chrome Web Store.
How to install DNDShield on Chrome:
- Open Chrome and go to the Chrome Web Store
- Search for DNDShield
- Click Add to Chrome
- Click Add Extension in the popup
- The shield icon appears in your toolbar — ads are now blocked
DNDShield blocks ads, trackers, pop-ups, and redirects automatically with Filter rules built from EasyList, EasyPrivacy and AdGuard’s lists.
Method 2: Chrome's Built-in Ad Blocker
Chrome has a basic built-in ad blocker that blocks ads on sites that violate the Better Ads Standards. However, it only blocks the most intrusive ads — not all ads.
To check if it's enabled:
- Go to chrome://settings/content/ads
- Make sure "Block ads on sites that show intrusive or misleading ads" is enabled
This won't block most ads. For full protection, use an extension.
Method 3: DNS-Level Blocking
You can block ads at the network level using DNS services like AdGuard DNS or NextDNS. This blocks ads across all apps, not just Chrome.
Set your DNS to:
- AdGuard DNS: 94.140.14.14
- NextDNS: Custom (create account at nextdns.io)
This blocks some ads but won't catch everything a browser extension catches.
Which Method Is Best?
| Method | Ease | Coverage | Speed Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extension (DNDShield) | Easy | Blocks 99%+ ads | Pages load faster |
| Chrome built-in | Already on | Blocks ~10% ads | Minimal |
| DNS blocking | Moderate | Blocks ~60% ads | Network-level |
Recommendation: Use an ad blocker extension like DNDShield for the best coverage. Add DNS blocking for extra protection across all apps.
FAQ
Will blocking ads break websites? Some sites may not work correctly with ads blocked. Use DNDShield's one-click allowlist to allow specific sites when needed.
Is it legal to block ads? Yes. Ad blocking is legal in all countries. You have the right to control what loads in your browser.
Do ad blockers slow down Chrome? No — they actually speed up Chrome by preventing heavy ad scripts from loading.