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1.2.2

01 Apr 15:36
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

This time, we've concentrated on solving technical problems and fixed some annoying bugs. AdGuard VPN runs much more smoothly now — hope you'll like using it.

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  • [Fixed] VPN app stops responding after connecting to the server #85
  • [Fixed] Connection to the server failed #86
  • [Fixed] Server status misinterpretation #87

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1.2.2 beta

01 Apr 14:21
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

This time, we've concentrated on solving technical problems and fixed some annoying bugs. AdGuard VPN runs much more smoothly now — hope you'll like using it.

Changelog

  • [Fixed] VPN app stops responding after connecting to the server #85
  • [Fixed] Connection to the server failed #86
  • [Fixed] Server status misinterpretation #87

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1.2

18 Mar 11:58
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1.2

Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

This release is part of a major AdGuard VPN update for all (seven!) platforms and it is ready to amaze you! The most significant new feature of this version is the completely reimagined Exclusions section: now you can add Internet services with all their subdomains to Exclusions lists in just one click! Also we’ve added DNS filtering to AdGuard VPN to make you browse the web even safer. The other changes are less noticeable but no less important: we fixed some bugs that were preventing you from enjoying AdGuard VPN and updated the VPN client.

[Enhancement] Exclusions 2.0

Exclusions 2.0 — the name itself reflects the extent of the changes that the section came through. Previously you could only add sites to Exclusions by entering their domains manually, but now you can do it in one click.

We divided the most popular Internet services into eight categories, such as Shopping, Social Networks, and Streaming Music Services, and added all their subdomains (e.g., *.google.com) and domain names with different top-level domains (e.g., google.de). That way, when you click the “Add” button beside any service, you add all addresses associated with it to the Exclusions. Convenient, isn’t it? And one more thing to mention here: now it is possible to add third-level domains to Exclusions lists.

[Enhancement] Custom DNS support

Finally, this feature is implemented in AdGuard VPN!

What does it mean for you? From now you needn't rely on a DNS server provided by your ISP by default, you can add a custom DNS server (or servers). We recommend adding AdGuard DNS, which not only encrypts your DNS traffic but also identifies requests to malicious sites and redirects them to a “blackhole”.

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1.2 beta

12 Jan 10:01
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

Breaking into 2022 with great news: the beta version of AdGuard VPN v1.2 for Mac is ready to amaze you! We've added two features that will greatly improve your user experience. We completely reimagined the Exclusions section: now you can add Internet services with all their subdomains to Exclusions lists just in one click! And we’ve also added DNS filtering to AdGuard VPN, and it opens new horizons for your secure browsing.

The other changes are less noticeable but no less important: we fixed some bugs that were preventing you from enjoying AdGuard VPN and updated the VPN client.

[Enhancement] Exclusions 2.0

Exclusions 2.0 — the name itself reflects the extent of the changes that the section came through. Previously you could only add sites to Exclusions by entering their domains manually, but now you can do it in one click.

​​We divided the most popular Internet services into eight categories, such as Shopping, Social Networks, and Streaming Music Services, and added all their subdomains (e.g., *.google.com) and domain names with different top-level domains (e.g., google.ru). That way, when you tick the check box beside any service, you add all addresses associated with it to the Exclusions. Convenient, isn’t it? And one more thing to mention here: now it is possible to add third-level domains to Exclusions lists.

[Enhancement] Custom DNS support

Finally, this feature is implemented in AdGuard VPN!

What does it mean for you? From now you needn't rely on a DNS server provided by your ISP by default, you can add a custom DNS server (or servers). We recommend adding AdGuard DNS, which not only encrypts your DNS traffic but also identifies requests to malicious sites and redirects them to a “blackhole”.

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1.1

08 Nov 15:13
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

This release is pretty similar to the previous AdGuard VPN v1.1 for Windows. It took us three months to prepare the new version.
As always, we have fixed bugs here and there to improve the user experience. But more importantly, AdGuard VPN for Mac began supporting QUIC protocol that offers better connection quality in less-than-ideal conditions (think of using mobile data while riding on the subway or elevator, for instance). Besides, now you can add apps to exclusions. Let's see these two key tasks in greater detail

QUIC support

Following the footsteps of AdGuard VPN for Windows, we switched to HTTP/3 and QUIC communication protocols. Using them is certainly among the best practices, as they're the latest, cutting-edge versions of HTTP.
It should be mentioned that the new protocols won't affect speed when the connection is totally fine and stable, but their benefits will show up when the connection is worse – e.g., when using mobile data or connecting to a public Wi-Fi network.
New protocols do have their perks – using them will allow connection migration and won't cause packet retransmissions and Head of Line Blocking (or HoLB) queues. But rather than getting into the technical weeds, let's just summarize that the main advantage is the improvement of connection quality in non-ideal conditions.

Split tunnelling for apps

We implemented Split tunnelling for apps, which means that you'll be able to add them to exclusions – yep, not only websites.

Changelog

  • [Fixed] Handle sign out gracefully #40
  • [Fixed] Search area is sensitive to uppercase #46
  • [Fixed] Switching from a premium account to a free one breaks the browser operation
  • [Enhancement] Updated VPN client to v0.8.155 #56
  • [Other] Reworked Kill Switch logic

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1.0

04 Aug 11:17
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1.0

Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

AdGuard VPN for macOS is officially released! 🎉
Multiple-language (10!) support, updated menu, stable app performance and compatibility with AdGuard ad blocker — all those fancy words are about us now. Oh, and the fanciest of all — Kill Switch is added.

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1.0 RC 2

03 Aug 09:30
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

The release candidate number 2 includes small, but nonetheless important changes. In this update, the issue of dropped connections has been resolved and compatibility with the main AdGuard application has been improved.

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1.0 RC

23 Jul 09:59
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Disclaimer: AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

We’re getting ready to release the first official version of AdGuard VPN for macOS! We made a lot of minor improvements to VpnLibs (the AdGuard VPN client), thus, our app has become faster and safer. Also, we added 8 new localizations: Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish.

  • [Fixed] Potential Memory Leak #6
  • [Fixed] Double password confirmation #21
  • [Other] Localizations have been updated
  • [Other] Added migration of settings from previous versions
  • [Other] Added Kill-switch options

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1.0 beta

20 May 09:28
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Disclaimer AdGuard VPN for macOS is not an open-source project. We use Github as an open bug tracker for users to see what developers are working on.

The first open beta of AdGuard VPN for Mac is released. It features native support for M1, auto-launch at login and auto-connect when starting the app, and import/export of exclusion lists. Besides, we’ve added the dark theme and fixed the shortcomings of the alpha version.

Note: AdGuard VPN for Mac is currently supported on macOS Catalina and BigSur. Support for earlier versions will be added soon.

Native M1 support

As you may know, some time ago Apple started to sell devices on their architecture with new processors. Older programs wouldn’t run on them, AdGuard included. We adapted our app for new Mac devices, so now everything works everywhere.

Complete functionality in the tray menu

Not only can you manage VPN settings in the appropriate section of the app, but also in the tray menu — and it’s even more convenient. As you can see in the screenshot, you can connect to a server, select another one, disable VPN, open an exclusion list or settings, write to support or quit the app.

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Import/export of exclusion lists

Now, we have added the import/export of exclusion lists. Just a reminder: we have two exclusion lists — for Regular and Selective Modes. It means that AdGuard VPN can work either on all websites except those added to exclusions, or only on websites added to exclusions. Now you can transfer ready lists to another device, share them. and delete all exclusion websites at once, if necessary.

Compatibility with AdGuard ad blocker

In this beta, AdGuard VPN and AdGuard for Mac work seamlessly together. It may not seem like such a big deal, but this is an advantage that should not be underestimated.

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