AppID:	com.kin.athena
Author:	Kin69
License:	GPL-3.0-only
Donation:	Webpage LiberaPay
InRepoSince:	2025-11-15
LastRepoUpdate:	2026-01-13
LastAppUpdate:	Unknown
LastVersion:	1.80
Categories:	DNS & Hosts, Firewall, Internet, Security
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Athena Firewall combines powerful DNS-based ad blocking with complete network control. Block ads, trackers, and unwanted connections across all apps. Works with Root, Shizuku, or VPN mode - choose what fits your device.

✓ DNS ad & tracker blocking
✓ Custom & pre-made blocklists
✓ Per-app firewall rules
✓ Root, Shizuku & VPN modes
✓ Network monitor & kill switch
✓ Material 3 design

🚫 DNS AD BLOCKING & FILTERING

Stop ads and trackers before they load with powerful DNS filtering. Block ads in apps, games, and browsers system-wide.

- DNS-based ad & tracker blocking
- Pre-made blocklists (AdGuard, Steven Black, more)
- Custom blocklists - add your own URLs
- Auto-update blocklists daily
- Custom DNS servers (Cloudflare, Quad9, AdGuard DNS, custom)
- Block specific domains manually
- Allow/block by IP address
- DNS request logging
- See every DNS query in real-time

🔥 FIREWALL - THREE POWERFUL MODES

Choose the mode that works for YOUR device:

ROOT MODE (Rooted devices)
- Direct iptables firewall control
- Most powerful option
- System-level blocking
- Maximum control

SHIZUKU MODE (No root needed)
- Advanced features without rooting
- Enhanced firewall capabilities
- Works with Shizuku app
- Power user features

VPN MODE (Any device)
- Works on stock Android
- Local VPN only (no external servers)
- No root or Shizuku needed
- Privacy-focused

🔒 PER-APP NETWORK CONTROL

Control exactly which apps can access the internet. Block apps individually or by category.

- Block apps from WiFi or mobile data
- Separate rules for WiFi/data
- Whitelist or blacklist mode
- System app control
- Show offline apps
- Track install source
- Real-time connection monitoring
- Connection logs per app
- See app permissions

Perfect for stopping background data usage, preventing tracking, and saving battery.

📊 ADVANCED MONITORING

Watch your network activity in real-time with comprehensive logging and monitoring.

- Status bar network monitor
- Real-time connection logs
- DNS query logs
- Per-app connection history
- See which domains apps contact
- Export logs for analysis
- Live traffic statistics
- Bandwidth usage tracking

📡 NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES

- Kill switch block all traffic when firewall stops
- Allow local network IPs (for printers, smart home)
- Block specific IP addresses
- Screen protection bypass
- VPN slot functions
- Auto-start on boot
- Background protection

🎨 MODERN MATERIAL 3 DESIGN

- Material You dynamic colors
- AMOLED dark theme (true black)
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Smooth animations
- Tablet optimized
- Multi-language support

🌐 CUSTOM DNS CONTROL

Take full control of your DNS for privacy and speed.

- Custom DNS servers (DoH coming soon)
- Popular DNS providers built-in:
- Custom DNS IPs
- DNS leak protection
- Encrypted DNS queries (roadmap)
- Change DNS per network

🛡️ PRIVACY & OPEN SOURCE


- 100% open-source (GPL)
- No data collection
- No analytics or tracking
- No ads anywhere
- Community-driven

🔧 POWER USER FEATURES

- Import/export blocklists
- Backup/restore settings
- Root OR non-root operation
- Shizuku integration
- Detailed logging
- Custom filtering rules
- Advanced DNS options
- Developer options

⚡ LIGHTWEIGHT & EFFICIENT

- Minimal battery drain
- Low memory footprint
- Runs efficiently in background
- Optimized for performance
- No bloat - focused features

📱 PERFECT FOR:

- Blocking ads in apps & games
- Stopping trackers & analytics
- Reducing mobile data usage
- Privacy-conscious users
- Parents controlling kid's devices
- Developers & security researchers
- Users who want DNS control
- Anyone wanting network visibility
- Rooted AND non-rooted devices

🎯 USE CASES

Stop App Tracking: Block analytics and trackers in all apps
Save Mobile Data: Block ads = less data used
Parent Controls: Block inappropriate domains
Gaming: Block ads in free games
Privacy:Stop apps phoning home
Security Research: Monitor all connections
Custom Blocking: Block specific domains/IPs