AdguardTeam · an-martynova · Aug 3, 2026
diff --git a/docs/adguard-for-windows/protection/_category_.json b/docs/adguard-for-windows/protection/_category_.json
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+{
+    "position": 2,
+    "label": "Protection",
+    "key": "protection-adguard-for-windows",
+    "collapsible": true,
+    "collapsed": true
+}
diff --git a/docs/adguard-for-windows/protection/protection.md b/docs/adguard-for-windows/protection/protection.md
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+---
+title: Protection
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article describes AdGuard for Windows v8.0, a comprehensive ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. This is a beta release that is still under development. To try it, download the [beta version of AdGuard for Windows](https://agrd.io/windows_beta).
+
+:::
+
+![Protection tab](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/version_8/protection/protection_section.png)
+
+The *Protection* tab contains all key security and filtering settings. Here you can control *Ad blocking*, *Tracking protection*, *Annoyance blocking*, *DNS protection*, *Browsing security*, *Parental control*, and *Extensions*. You can also manage AdGuard Assistant here — a tool that lets you control its functionality without opening the app. Each of these features is described in a separate article.
+
+[Ad blocking](/adguard-for-windows/protection/ad-blocking)
+
+[Tracking protection](/adguard-for-windows/protection/tracking-protection)
+
+[Annoyance blocking](/adguard-for-windows/protection/annoyance-blocking)
+
+[DNS protection](/adguard-for-windows/protection/dns-protection)
+
+[Browsing security](/adguard-for-windows/protection/browsing-security)
+
+[Parental control](/adguard-for-windows/protection/parental-control)
+
+[Extensions](/adguard-for-windows/protection/extensions)
diff --git a/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/_category_.json b/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/_category_.json
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+{
+    "position": 5,
+    "label": "Settings",
+    "key": "settings-adguard-for-windows",
+    "collapsible": true,
+    "collapsed": true
+}
diff --git a/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings/app-settings.md b/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings/app-settings.md
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+---
+title: App settings
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article describes AdGuard for Windows v8.0, a comprehensive ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. This is a beta release that is still under development. To try it, download the [beta version of AdGuard for Windows](https://agrd.io/windows_beta).
+
+:::
+
+![App settings](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/version_8/settings/1_app_settings.png)
+
+Here you can adjust the main app settings: choose between light and dark themes, set the app language, enable AdGuard to launch at system startup, and allow silent automatic updates. It’s also possible to select the update channel and specify how often AdGuard checks for filter updates.
+
+If you wish, you can agree to send anonymized app usage data to help us improve the product.
+
+In case of issues, you can change the logging level to create detailed logs for the support team.
+
+In [*Filter editor*](/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings/filter-editor.md), you can add your own filtering rules or import ready-to-use filters.
+
+[*Network* settings](/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings/network-settings.md) include all options related to network filtering and how AdGuard interacts with your system’s network.
+
+[*Advanced*](/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings/advanced-settings.md) settings are intended for experienced users. They are rarely needed in everyday use and should only be changed if you know what you’re doing or if our support team asks you to.
+
+![App settings](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/version_8/settings/2_app_settings.png)
diff --git a/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/settings.md b/docs/adguard-for-windows/settings/settings.md
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+---
+title: Settings
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article describes AdGuard for Windows v8.0, a comprehensive ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. This is a beta release that is still under development. To try it, download the [beta version of AdGuard for Windows](https://agrd.io/windows_beta).
+
+:::
+
+There are other useful AdGuard options that shouldn’t go unnoticed in this article, since they add much to user experience.
+
+![Settings](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/version_8/settings/setting.png)
+
+## [App settings](/adguard-for-windows/settings/app-settings)
+
+Language and theme, update channel and interval, advanced options for experienced users, and a filter editor to quickly create custom rules.
+
+## [License](/adguard-for-windows/settings/license)
+
+Information about license type, number of available devices, and activation code, with options to refresh or reset license and bind it to your AdGuard account.
+
+## [Support](/adguard-for-windows/settings/support)
+
+FAQ and support form, tools to report missed ads and request new features, possibility to rate the app, share feedback, and access AdGuard social networks.
+
+## [About](/adguard-for-windows/settings/about)
+
+Details about app version and libraries, as well as links to legal documents.
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/_category_.json b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/_category_.json
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+{
+    "position": 2,
+    "label": "AdGuard for Windows v7",
+    "collapsible": true,
+    "collapsed": true
+}
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/adguard-for-windows.md b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/adguard-for-windows.md
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+---
+title: AdGuard for Windows v7
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article covers AdGuard for Windows, a multifunctional ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. To see how it works, [download the AdGuard app](https://agrd.io/download-kb-adblock)
+
+:::
+
+- [Features](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/features.md)
+
+    Main features and settings available in AdGuard for Windows
+
+- [Installation](/adguard-for-windows-v7/installation.md)
+
+    Installation, removal, and system requirements for AdGuard for Windows
+
+- [Browser Assistant](/adguard-for-windows-v7/browser-assistant.md)
+
+    An extension that complements the desktop app and allows you to manage filtering from your browser
+
+- [Solving problems](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/solving-problems.md)
+
+    Known issues and possible solutions
+
+- [Documentation for admins](/adguard-for-windows-v7/admins-documentation.md)
+
+    Configuration guide for system administrators
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/features/_category_.json b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/features/_category_.json
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+{
+    "position": 1,
+    "label": "Features",
+    "key": "features-adguard-for-windows-v7",
+    "collapsible": true,
+    "collapsed": true
+}
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/features/features.md b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/features/features.md
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+---
+title: Features
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article covers AdGuard for Windows, a multifunctional ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. To see how it works, [download the AdGuard app](https://agrd.io/download-kb-adblock)
+
+:::
+
+- [Home screen](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/home-screen/)
+
+    On the main screen you’ll find *Settings*, *Support*, *License*, and *About*, as well as statistics on blocked ads and trackers
+
+- [Settings](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/settings/)
+
+    Theme and language settings, ad blocking customization, DNS protection, parental controls, extension management, and advanced options for expert users
+
+- [Extensions](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/extensions/)
+
+    A feature that allows you to extend the functionality of websites by adding userscripts and userstyles
+
+- [Network](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/network/)
+
+    Additional network-related options and proxy settings
+
+- [Other features](/adguard-for-windows-v7/features/others/)
+
+    Support, license management, tray menu options, app version and updates
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/installation.md b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/installation.md
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+---
+title: Installation
+sidebar_position: 2
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article covers AdGuard for Windows, a multifunctional ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. To see how it works, [download the AdGuard app](https://agrd.io/download-kb-adblock)
+
+:::
+
+## System requirements
+
+**Operating system:** Microsoft Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8.
+
+**RAM:** at least 1 GB.
+
+**Free disk space:** 150 Mbytes.
+
+**Browsers:** Microsoft Edge, Microsoft Internet Explorer (all versions), Opera, Google Chrome, Yandex.Browser, Mozilla Firefox, and many other browsers.
+
+## AdGuard installation
+
+To install AdGuard on a Windows PC or tablet, follow these steps:
+
+1. Go to the [AdGuard website](https://adguard.com) and click *Download*. You can also get the installation program from the [download page](https://adguard.com/download.html?auto=1) — the download will start automatically.
+
+   ![Download AdGuard *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/website_en.png)
+
+2. Once the download is complete, open the file *adguardInstaller.exe*.
+
+   ![Downloaded file](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/download_en.png)
+
+3. You’ll see a User Account Control prompt asking if you want to allow the app to make changes to your PC. Click *Yes*.
+
+   ![Allow changes *mobile](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/allow-changes.png)
+
+4. Choose the folder where you want AdGuard to be installed.
+
+   ![Choose folder *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/installer1_en.png)
+
+   If you want to select a different location, click *Browse*, choose the folder, and click *OK*. You can also create a new folder by clicking *Make New Folder* and naming it. If you’d like a desktop shortcut, check the box *Create a desktop shortcut*. Then click *Install* to start the installation.
+
+   ![Start installation *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/installer2_en.png)
+
+5. Wait for the installation to complete and click *Finish*.
+
+   ![Complete installation *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/installer3_en.png)
+
+   Congratulations! AdGuard has been successfully installed. You’ll be prompted to set up protection according to your preferences.
+
+   ![Setting up protection *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/setting_up_protection_en.png)
+
+   After that, the main window will open, where you can adjust the app’s settings.
+
+## How to uninstall AdGuard for Windows {#uninstall}
+
+### Regular method
+
+If you need to uninstall or reinstall AdGuard, do the following:
+
+- For Microsoft Windows 10 & 11: Open the *Start Menu* by clicking *Start*, then select *Settings*. In the window that opens, click  *Apps* → *Installed apps*. Select *AdGuard* from the list of your installed apps, click the three-dot menu, and select *Uninstall*.
+
+   ![Windows 10 & 11 uninstallation *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/installation_new/win11_uninstall_adguard.png)
+
+- For Microsoft Windows 8: Right-click the *empty space* in the lower left corner of the task bar and select *Control Panel*. Click *Uninstall a program* in the *Programs* section, then select *AdGuard* from the list of installed apps and press the *Uninstall* button located right above the list. Confirm the action by clicking *Uninstall AdGuard* in the window that opens.
+
+- For Microsoft Windows 8.1: Right-click the *Start button* and select *Control Panel*. Click *Uninstall a program* in the *Programs* section, then select *AdGuard* from the list of installed apps and press the *Uninstall* button located right above the list. Confirm the action by clicking *Uninstall AdGuard* in the window that opens.
+
+- For Microsoft Windows 7: Open *Start Menu*. In the search box, type *Control Panel*. Click *Uninstall a program* in the *Programs* section, then select *AdGuard* from the list of installed apps and press the *Uninstall* button located right above the list. Confirm the action by clicking *Uninstall AdGuard* in the window that opens.
+
+### Advanced method {#advanced}
+
+In case regular uninstall doesn't work for any reason, you can try to use an advanced method. First of all, you need to [download the uninstaller tool](https://static.adtidy.org/windows/uninstaller/uninstall_utility.zip) created by our developers. Extract the archive to any folder on your PC and run the **Adguard.UninstallUtility.exe** file, and allow the app to make changes to your device. Then follow the instruction below:
+
+- Select *AdGuard Ad Blocker* and *Standard* uninstall type, then click *Uninstall*.
+
+   ![Standard uninstall *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_standard.jpg)
+
+- Click *OK* once the warning window pops up:
+
+   ![Standard uninstall warning *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_extended_warning.jpg)
+
+- Wait until uninstall is finished — there will be a phrase **Uninstall complete** and a prompt to restart your computer:
+
+   ![Uninstall finished *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_standard_complete.jpg)
+
+:::caution
+
+Follow the next steps only if performing the first two steps wasn’t enough for some reason. We strongly suggest contacting our support before using steps 3-4 of advanced uninstall instruction.
+
+:::
+
+- Select *AdGuard Ad Blocker* and *Extended* uninstall type, then click *Uninstall*. Click *Yes, continue* in the window prompt.
+
+   ![Extended uninstall *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_extended.jpg)
+
+- Click *OK* once the warning window pops up:
+
+   ![Extended uninstall warning *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_extended_warning.jpg)
+
+- Wait until uninstall is finished — there will be a phrase **Uninstall complete** and a prompt to restart your computer:
+
+   ![Extended uninstall finished *border](https://cdn.adtidy.org/content/kb/ad_blocker/windows/installation/ab_extended_complete.jpg)
+
+AdGuard is successfully uninstalled!
+
+#### Running the uninstaller in console mode
+
+Besides running the advanced uninstaller in its user-interactive mode, you can also use command-line arguments to uninstall AdGuard for Windows. To do this, follow the instructions below:
+
+1. Open Command Prompt by typing *cmd* from the Start menu.
+2. Use `/console` to run the uninstaller in console mode, without the interactive UI. All the command-line parameters below will be ignored if the `/console` mode is not activated.
+3. Use `/adblocker` to uninstall AdGuard for Windows. It should look like this:
+
+   `Adguard.UninstallUtility.exe /console /adblocker`
+
+4. You can also use `/advanced` to force the uninstaller to run in *Advanced mode* and `/settings` to force the uninstaller to remove user settings along with the application.
+
+:::note
+
+The use of the parameters `/console` and `/adblocker` is necessary for a successful uninstall. The parameters `/advanced` and `/settings` are optional.
+
+:::
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/solving-problems/_category_.json b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/solving-problems/_category_.json
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+{
+    "position": 4,
+    "label": "Solving problems",
+    "key": "solving-problems-adguard-for-windows-v7",
+    "collapsible": true,
+    "collapsed": true
+}
diff --git a/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/solving-problems/solving-problems.md b/docs/archive/adguard-for-windows-7/solving-problems/solving-problems.md
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+---
+title: Solving problems
+sidebar_position: 1
+---
+
+:::info
+
+This article covers AdGuard for Windows, a multifunctional ad blocker that protects your device at the system level. To see how it works, [download the AdGuard app](https://agrd.io/download-kb-adblock)
+
+:::
+
+Here are some problems you may encounter and workarounds, guides, and instructions you may need.
+
+- [WFP driver compatibility](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/wfp-driver/)
+- [Certificate-related issues](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/connection-not-trusted/)
+- [How to collect AdGuard logs](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/adguard-logs/)
+- [How to collect AdGuard installation logs](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/installation-logs/)
+- [How to collect Windows system logs](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/system-logs/)
+- [Common installer errors](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/common-installer-errors/)
+- [Advanced (low-level) Settings guide](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/low-level-settings/)
+- [How to create a dump file](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/dump-file/)
+- [Possible DNS leaks](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/dns-leaks/)
+- [Known issues of AdGuard for Windows](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/known-issues/)
+- [How to fix the `MOZILLA_PKIX_ERROR_KEY_PINNING_FAILURE` error](/adguard-for-windows-v7/solving-problems/mozilla-error/)