AdGuard Home

Self-Hosted

Open-source network-wide ad blocker and DNS server

Overview

AdGuard Home is a self-hosted DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious content across all devices on your network without client-side apps. It supports custom filtering rules, parental controls, and secure DNS protocols like DoH/DoT. Deployable via Docker, binaries, or Raspberry Pi, it features a user-friendly web interface for managing settings, viewing stats, and monitoring requests. Ideal for home networks, it replaces device-specific ad blockers and enhances privacy by stopping unwanted data leaks.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  adguard_home:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: adguard-home
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Network-wide ad & tracker blocking
Secure DNS (DoH/DoT) support
Custom rules & parental controls

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is AdGuard Home hard to install?

No—AdGuard Home offers easy deployment options like Docker containers, pre-built binaries, or Raspberry Pi installs. The setup wizard guides you through initial config via a web interface, making it accessible for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to NextDNS?

Yes—AdGuard Home is a strong open-source alternative to NextDNS. It provides similar network-wide blocking but allows full self-hosting, giving you complete control over your DNS data without relying on third-party services.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—AdGuard Home is licensed under GPLv3, so it’s fully free to use, modify, and distribute. There are no paid tiers or subscriptions for core features like ad blocking, secure DNS, or parental controls.

Top Alternatives

NextDNS (proprietary) Search Google

Cloudflare DNS Family Filter (proprietary) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category DNS

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No client-side software required
⊕ Full control over DNS data (self-hosted)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup (Docker/Raspberry Pi)
⊖ May need rule tweaks for some sites