When I was in a similar situation, I accepted the vendor managed router / modem, then just setup my network as a client. The vendor solution sat there and advertised to itself while my subnet respected my DNS solutions.
I’d never use an IP provided router so I can’t say specifics. I’d hope you’d at least be able to config your own wifi settings like SSIDs, network passwords and such. If you’re able to set the primary DNS then you’re golden.
As for the device, it’s stupid easy but requires buying a raspberry pi. Tons of vids on YouTube how to set it up; it’s just downloading the OS and adguard to a micro sd card, set a password and do basic configs. I think NetworkChuck did a good video on it but there are others that legit take yours step by step.
The only downside is if you use phone apps/games that are tied to ads. It will block those ads, which some apps would then fail to register the ad’s completion so you won’t get the “reward”.
I’ll check it out. Unfortunately I have comcast and I’m forced to use their modem/router. Could I still set up an AdGuard DNS with it?
I had my own modem and router, but it mysteriously stopped working and comcast can’t figure out why. Happened with 2 modems, but theirs works fine.
You can set up a pfsense router behind your other router and install stuff on pfsense, including adblockers, dns, etc.
Basically you’ll go into your Comcast router, set up a static IP to be in the DMZ, and have that IP designated to the MAC address of your pfsense box.
There may be more to it as I haven’t messed with my routers in quite a while. I’m sure someone will correct me 😂
When I was in a similar situation, I accepted the vendor managed router / modem, then just setup my network as a client. The vendor solution sat there and advertised to itself while my subnet respected my DNS solutions.
Ahhh
I’d never use an IP provided router so I can’t say specifics. I’d hope you’d at least be able to config your own wifi settings like SSIDs, network passwords and such. If you’re able to set the primary DNS then you’re golden.
As for the device, it’s stupid easy but requires buying a raspberry pi. Tons of vids on YouTube how to set it up; it’s just downloading the OS and adguard to a micro sd card, set a password and do basic configs. I think NetworkChuck did a good video on it but there are others that legit take yours step by step.
The only downside is if you use phone apps/games that are tied to ads. It will block those ads, which some apps would then fail to register the ad’s completion so you won’t get the “reward”.