How to Stop Ads and Pop-Up Ads on a Samsung Phone

Pop-up ads and ads in apps can be frustrating, but there are several ways you can reduce or eliminate them on your Samsung phone. Here are the steps to take:

1. Turn Off Personalized Ads

Samsung phones collect data to display personalized ads. You can opt out of this to stop targeted ads.

Steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll down and select Google.
3. Tap Ads.
4. Toggle on Opt out of Ads Personalization.

This won't stop all ads, but it will stop Google from showing personalized ads based on your activity.

2. Disable Pop-Up Ads in the Browser

If pop-up ads appear while browsing the internet, disabling pop-ups can help.

Steps:

1. Open the Samsung Internet app.
2. Tap the three vertical dots (menu) in the bottom-right corner.
3. Select Settings.
4. Scroll down and tap Sites and downloads.
5. Toggle off Block pop-ups.

3. Use an Ad Blocker in the Browser

You can install an ad-blocker extension in your web browser to block intrusive ads while surfing the internet.

Steps:

1. Open Samsung Internet or your preferred browser.
2. Go to the Samsung Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
3. Search for an ad-blocker like Adblock Plus or AdGuard.
4. Download and install the ad blocker.
5. Open the ad blocker app and follow the setup instructions.

4. Disable Ads in Apps

Many apps display ads as part of their free services. To avoid ads in apps, you can either disable them if the option is available, or opt for premium versions that don’t display ads.

Steps:

1. Open the app that shows ads.
2. Look for an option in the settings menu that allows you to disable ads (some apps allow you to pay a small fee to remove them).
3. Alternatively, if available, upgrade to the ad-free version.

5. Use "Do Not Disturb" Mode for Reducing Interruptions

While not directly stopping ads, "Do Not Disturb" can limit notifications from apps, including ads.

Steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Select Sounds and vibration.
3. Tap Do Not Disturb.
4. Customize the settings to silence most notifications during specific times.

6. Install a Third-Party Ad Blocker App

For a more comprehensive solution, you can install third-party apps that block ads across your phone, not just in browsers.

Popular Apps:

• AdGuard (available in the Google Play Store)
• Blokada (works on most Android phones)

Steps:

1. Download the ad-blocking app from the Google Play Store.
2. Install and open the app.
3. Follow the instructions to enable ad-blocking features.

7. Avoid Downloading Malicious Apps

Sometimes, pop-up ads are caused by unwanted apps installed on your phone. To avoid this, always download apps from the Google Play Store or the Samsung Galaxy Store, and avoid third-party sources.

Steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Select Apps and review any apps that seem suspicious or are using excessive data.
3. Uninstall any unwanted apps by tapping on them and selecting Uninstall.

By following these steps, you can significantly reduce or completely stop annoying ads and pop-up ads on your Samsung phone.