AdGuard is a unique desktop program that has all the necessary features for the best web experience.
The software combines the world's most advanced ad blocker for Windows, a whole privacy protection module, and a parental control tool — all working in any browser or app.
Publisher’s description
What is AdGuard Beta?
AdGuard Beta by Adguard Software Ltd is proprietary Windows software in the firewall & privacy category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (WiX Burn) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 120.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (AdguardTeam/AdguardForWindows) has 897 stars. On Windows it registers 3 file types, including .txt, .hosts and .adgsettings. Similar programs include OnionShare, Portmaster and DingTalk Workspace CLI.
Project description on GitHub: “AdGuard for Windows open bug tracker”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: AdGuard Beta is a firewall & privacy tool for 32-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is AdGuard Beta safe to download?
- The file is served by static.adtidy.org; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
F278D676F60B9EB11828049320CEC80561D222CA8480D8C84E35A4064E722D25· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0.5553.0Latest | June 4, 2026 | 120.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (WiX Burn) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id AdGuard.AdGuard.Beta -esetup.exe -quietRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Adguard Software Ltd
- Category
- Firewall & privacy
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Source code
- github.com/AdguardTeam/AdguardForWindows
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (WiX Burn)
- Version
- 8.0.5553.0
- Released
- June 4, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- August 14, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- GitHub stars
- 897
- GitHub forks
- 85
- Website
- adguard.com
- winget ID
- AdGuard.AdGuard.Beta
File types it opens (3)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is AdGuard Beta free?
AdGuard Beta is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is AdGuard Beta safe to download?
The download comes from static.adtidy.org; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install AdGuard Beta with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can AdGuard Beta be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does AdGuard Beta run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to AdGuard Beta?
OnionShare, Portmaster, DingTalk Workspace CLI, dnscrypt-proxy and WindowsSpyBlocker. The alternatives page compares them.
