How to disable advertising in Yandex Browser on Xiaomi phone

Xiaomi smartphone users often encounter intrusive banner ads that appear when using the popular Yandex Browser.This phenomenon is annoying, distracting from reading news and watching videos, and can also significantly consume mobile traffic. Owners of Mi and Redmi devices are especially sensitive to this, since the MIUI system itself has a reputation for aggressive marketing, and third-party applications only aggravate the situation.

Solving the problem requires a comprehensive approach, as advertising can come from many sources, from built-in services of the browser itself to malicious extensions or even Android system settings. In this article, we will discuss proven methods that will help you clean the interface and return comfort when surfing the Internet.

It is worth noting that complete removal of ad units is impossible without the use of specialized tools or changing network settings. Standard browser settings often only minimize the number of impressions, but do not block them completely, so we will consider both basic and advanced methods of protection.

Setup of the built-in blocker in the application

The first step should always be to test the app’s own capabilities. Yandex Browser has implemented a basic filtering mechanism that can be disabled or configured incorrectly by default, and activating this feature is the easiest way to get rid of some of the intrusive pop-ups.

To access the settings you need to open the settings menu. Click on the three dots in the lower right corner of the screen, then select Settings. In the list that opens, find the Ad Block section. Here you need to move the switch to the active position to turn on protection.

However, the standard filter does not always cope with modern scripts. In some versions of the application, the Antishock option is available, which blocks especially aggressive banners. If you use the old version of the software, be sure to update your browser through Google Play or AppGallery, as in new releases the filtering algorithms work more efficiently.

It's important to note that the built-in blocker is not a panacea; it does a good job with well-known ad networks, but it can skip native ads or banners disguised as site content, so you shouldn't rely on it alone.

Use of the DNS-filtering

The most effective method, which works at the level of the entire Android system, is the use of DNS filtering, which does not require the installation of third-party applications and does not affect the speed of the phone, since requests are processed at the domain name level.

The essence of the method is to forward requests to advertising servers through a special DNS-A server that returns a blank response instead of a banner ad, and you don't need Root rights to do that, making it accessible to any Xiaomi user.

To activate the feature, go to the phone settings: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS (the path may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI or HyperOS). Select the option Host Name of the DNS provider and enter the address of one of the popular filtering services.

• 🛡️ AdGuard DNS: dns.adguard.com – the most popular option, effectively blocks trackers and advertising.
• 🚀 DNS.SB: dns-filter.dns.sb – an alternative server with a high response rate.
• 🔒 Mullvad DNS: dns.mullvad.net – focus on privacy and no logs.

Once you enter the address, click Save. Now all your smartphone traffic, including Yandex Browser traffic, will pass through the filter, which allows you to remove banner ads even inside some apps and games where the usual lock does not work.

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After inclusion DNS Some websites or pictures have stopped loading, try changing the provider. DNS or temporarily disable the function.Some sites may block access from known sites DNS-filter.

It should be borne in mind that DNS-filtering does not cut out the ad blocks inside the page layout, leaving behind them blank white spaces, but the advertising images and scripts themselves will not load, which will save traffic and battery power.

Cleaning up data and resetting browser settings

Often, the cause of advertising is accumulated cookies or cache, which stored data about your preferences and permissions to display notifications, Clearing this data helps to “reset” the browser state and remove personalized advertising.

To do the cleaning, go to your Xiaomi system settings. Find the Applications → All Apps. Search the Yandex Browser and click on it. Next, select Memory or Storage.

Here you will see two buttons: Clear cache and Clear everything (or Reset).It is recommended to try cleaning the cache first.If the problem persists, use a full reset, but remember that this will delete saved passwords and browsing history inside the browser.

Also worth checking for permissions for the application. In the same app settings menu, look for Other permissions. Make sure the browser is not given permission to display on top of other apps unless you are using this feature knowingly. Often, this permission allows advertising windows to override the interface.

Analysis and removal of malicious extensions

Sometimes the problem is not the settings, but the add-ons you have installed, and users often don't notice how an adware module is installed along with a useful extension to download videos or change the topic.

Open the browser menu, select Add-ons or Add-ons. Carefully review the list of installed components. If you see extensions that you do not remember, or whose purpose you do not understand (for example, News, Weather, Horoscope), they should be removed immediately.

Pay special attention to extensions from untested developers. Even if they promise to speed up the Internet or improve graphics, their real goal is to implement ad code. Removing suspicious plugins often solves the problem of suddenly pop-ups.

⚠️ Note: If after removing all extensions, ads continue to appear, malware may have penetrated deeper into the system. Check the list of all installed applications in the phone settings for strange programs with names like "System Service", "Update Helper" without an icon or with a phone.-generic name.

To prevent such situations in the future, install extensions only from the official Yandex.Additions directory and carefully read reviews before installing. Avoid third-party sites that offer "modified" versions of plugins.

Comparison of Ad Blocking Methods

The choice of the best method of protection depends on your goals and technical skills, and below is a table that will help you compare the effectiveness of different methods and choose the right one for your use case.

As you can see from the table, the combination of methods is the best, and using DNS in conjunction with the built-in blocker creates a double barrier to unwanted content.

And the effect on speed should not be ignored. DNS-Servers are fast, in extremely unstable connection conditions 3G/EDGE There may be a micro-latency when opening pages. 4G Wi-Fi difference is almost invisible.

Additional security measures and advice

In addition to technical settings, digital hygiene plays an important role, and avoid visiting dubious sites, especially those that offer “update Flash Player” or “check your phone for viruses” – these are classic traps for installing advertising software.

Regularly update the Yandex Browser itself. In new versions, developers close vulnerabilities that advertisers can bypass, enable automatic updates to Google Play to always have an up-to-date version.

It is also recommended to install a reliable antivirus or use a security scanner built into MIUI to periodically check the system, which can detect hidden miners or advertising modules that are not visible in the list of applications.

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An integrated approach, including DNS-filtering, regular cache cleaning and careful attitude to installed extensions, guarantees maximum protection from advertising in Yandex Browser on Xiaomi.

These simple rules allow you to enjoy content without interruptions, and remember that free services often monetize themselves through advertising, so you can only get rid of it completely by persevering in the settings.