List of the Top Host Files for AdBlockers on Android

Host files are plain text files with a list of host names and their IP addresses. They are a repository of domain names used by operating systems to identify and locate hosts within an IP address. Nevertheless, host files are not usually used by every user but get a lot of attention because they block ads. Such host files help a lot with adblockers such as Adaway and similar programmes.

I completely agree that using these adblockers helps you access and edit host.txt files. However, they often run in the background and unnecessarily drain your phone’s battery. This requires some hosting file providers to edit and replace the entire file, keeping the same name. Existing data should not be deleted. Add more data to the host file. Here, we will discuss the best host files.

How to Block Ads and Malware on Android Phones and PCs Using Host Files

A host file is always needed to route a map between an IP address and a domain. Although Adaway has enough host files for normal use, more host files are still needed to block ads more efficiently. Consequently, we studied their sites and compiled a list of some essential host files for effective ad blocking.

• Adaway
• Adhell 3 Standard
• Simple Adblocker for Samsung (SABS)
• Host File Net
• YOYO

After you get the best host file, you will wonder about editing the Hosts.txt file. However, these files are placed in the operating system’s core for security reasons. I mean, you need root access to edit it. You can root your phone through ADB here. you will see the host once you are done.text file in /system/etc/hosts. Now, the host.txt file is accessible, so let us move on to the steps to edit it.

1. Download and install a root explorer (recommended: ES File Explorer).
2. Allow access through Magisk.
3. Head to the file “/system/etc.” and locate the “host.txt” file.
4. Copy that file to your SD card.
5. You can edit that host file using Notepad++.
6. Under the Hosts.txt file, add custom host files from the abovementioned files.
7. Next, replace the old host file with this edited one (but keep the name the same).
8. Long-press that file and select Properties.
9. Check the box in the right column to give written permission.
10. Lastly, reboot your device, and you are done.

In addition, you can subscribe to hosting providers on Adhell or SABS. Samsung users have the option to subscribe to it. However, note that before following the below steps, you must disable and re-enable Knox-based adblockers. Also, keep the host files to a minimum while adding them. I know you might not know how to do it. For your convenience, we have outlined a few steps below.

1. Open up Adhell 3 on your device.
2. From the home screen, go to the settings menu.
3. Now, search for adding host providers.
4. You can then enter any of the host file URLs mentioned above.
5. That is it; you are done.

Those are the ways to subscribe to and edit the host file placed on your phone’s operating system. Your ad blocking is now more efficient than it was before. After having said that, we have clarified every aspect of the issue; if any user still has a question about the issue, please leave a comment below.

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