AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) is a powerful open-source front-end for iptables that lets you restrict per-app network access across mobile data, Wi‑Fi, roaming, VPN, and LAN. It combines profiles, Tasker/Locale automation, and a robust log viewer with import/export rules, all supported by a strong 4.36 rating from 9,186 users and 500,000+ total downloads with 610 in the last 30 days.
Pros & Cons
Root access enables full iptables control
Per-app traffic restriction across networks
Profiles, automation, and easy rule management
Open-source with active community and translations
Root permission required (may deter some users)
UI described as 'Material inspired' rather than fully Material Design
Technical setup may be challenging for non-advanced users
About AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)
AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) is a tools app developed by portgenix.
How many times has AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) been downloaded?
AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) has been downloaded 960 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 610 times.
What is the rating of AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)?
AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) is rated 4.33 out of 5 stars, based on 9.2 thousand ratings.
Is AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) free?
AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) is free to download. The APK download size is 12.48 MB. The latest version available is 4.1.0. The last update was on August 6, 2026.
What are the requirements for AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)?
AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) requires Android 6.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since December 2012.
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Comments on AFWall+ (Android Firewall +) for Android
★★★★★Vedāntin Bhakta· Mar 29, 2025
Really awesome firewall. The only feature it's missing & I don't know if it's even possible to implement is: a toggle that will enable auto-whitelisting internet for new apps installed by the user to the exclusion of apps installed by other means. Often times branded phones auto-install apps in the background without your permission. It would be good to ignore those apps & leave them disabled from the internet by default until the user explicitly allows it.
★★★★☆A Google user· Apr 27, 2024
1) needs a "save" button in addition to "apply," for editing profiles that you don't want to activate yet. 2) needs a roaming exclusion list, because data roaming charges in the EU are long gone. Have a look at Xposed module "Roaming Control" to see how to code such an exclusion feature.
★★★★☆Myc Clark· Apr 9, 2022
Multiple times a day I'll find a notification that states the rules could not be applied. However, when I open the app and manually apply the rules they apply successfully. Enabled logging, nothing shows up. Pixel 5a on 12.
★★★★★Rubens Furbetta· Sep 8, 2024
Excellent app. Is the only root-based firewall app I could find which really works in Android 12. Well done dev, please keep up the good work !
★★☆☆☆BLDM #MeNot· Jul 2, 2022
New version, more bugs. I'm not impressed. Trying to view the log now crashes the whole app and its service, so it's a useless and dangerous firewall now. Xposed plugin was dropped. And the lowest notification setting was removed! Why? Not a trusted app anymore. Downgraded immediately to last stable and working version 3.5.2. Disable log notification and Show hostname options don't work.
★☆☆☆☆youssef elgbaly· Jul 10, 2026
Its bad working in hours after hours application I already allowed them to internet access lole YouTube Google Play Store YouTube studio ita say i don't have internet connection ao I must disable the firewall and enable it again to work iam using hyper os 3
★★☆☆☆APP Cʜᴇᴄᴋ· Feb 7, 2024
... good Firewall, but not very safe, because it blocks not all like some Messenger, Browser etc.
★☆☆☆☆Jabber Wookie· Jan 31, 2025
Afwall keeps crashing right away when logging is enabled. Only app reset is helping this issue. No logging renders the app useless! Paid Version.
★☆☆☆☆Athlete Takhti· Dec 24, 2025
Samsung Galaxy S24 ultra not working magisk root Could not find support for iptables targets and chains. AF Wall+ might not work as expected due to this limitation. EXIT CONTINUE 😕😑😒😢
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Technologies used by AFWall+ (Android Firewall +)
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Trust & Safety: AFWall+ requests a broad set of permissions including network state, internet, Bluetooth, foreground service, storage, and more, and requires root access for full functionality. It is open source with translations supported; users should review permissions and device compatibility to balance privacy with firewall control.
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