Overview
As you already know, intrusive ads and popups can be one of the most annoying things on the internet. While some advertisements are welcome to support content creators and promote the free market, others only exist to annoy us and push irrelevant apps and unwanted products to consumers.
On top of that, the internet is plagued with malware, backdoors, and 
other websites that may appear harmless at first glance, but can end up 
damaging your device and leaking your personal information to third-parties without your knowledge or consent.
Windows
Also known as VPN Plus, VirtualShield now offers an exclusive service that will automatically block harmful malware, intrusive advertisements, malicious websites, and location trackers from ever reaching your device for a safer, and more enjoyable browsing experience.
This setting is disabled by default, you must enable it yourself. If a certain website or video is getting blocked, you can also choose connect to our basic VPN network instead. Your location will remain private and your data will still be encrypted.
Ad & Malware Blocking
How to block Ads & Malware on your Windows computer:
Open 
VirtualShield VPN and log in to your account, if you are not logged in already.
For more help logging in and connecting, see our .Select VPN from the sidebar, or navigate to Secure VPN from the 
Home/Overview screen.
Click the Settings button near the top-right to open the 
VPN Settings panel.
Alternatively, you canright-click the
shield icon next to your clock, then select VPN Settings from the menu.
Select Ad & Malware Blocking to expand the list of options.
If you do not have a Plus/One/Ultimate plan or the Ad & Malware Blocking add-on, you may see a button prompting you to upgrade your subscription.
Choose your desired option, then click the back arrow to return to the VPN screen.
- Block Ads Block intrusive advertisements from ever reaching your device.
- Block Malware
Block harmful malware, malicious websites, and location trackers.
- Block Ads & Malware Block ads, malware and location trackers at the same time.
- Off (Disabled)
Don’t block anything, just hide your location and
encrypt your data.
You may need to re-connect to the VPN after saving this setting before the changes will be applied.
macOS
Also known as VPN Plus, VirtualShield now offers an exclusive Ad & Malware Blocking service that will automatically block harmful malware, intrusive advertisements, and location trackers from ever reaching your device for a safer, and more enjoyable browsing experience.
This setting is disabled by default, you must enable it yourself. You can also choose to leave this option off and connect to our basic VPN network instead. Your location will remain private and your data will still be encrypted.
Ad & Malware Blocking
How to block Ads & Malware on your Mac computer:
Open VirtualShield VPN and log in to your account, if you are not logged in already.
For more help logging in and connecting, see our .In the Secure VPN section, click the 
slider icon to open the VPN Settings panel.
If you can’t find this icon, click theclose button near the top-right to return to the Home/Overview screen.
Select Ad & Malware Blocking to expand the list of options.
If you do not have a Plus/One/Ultimate plan, you may see a button prompting you to Upgrade your subscription. Contact our support team for more information.
Choose your desired option, then click the close button to return to the Home/Overview screen.
- Block Ads
Automatically block intrusive advertisements from ever reaching your device. - Block Malware
Automatically block harmful malware, malicious websites, and location trackers. - Block Ads & Malware
Block intrusive advertisements and malware/location trackers at the same time. - Off
Do not block anything, just hide your location and encrypt your data (disabled).
You may need to re-connect to the VPN after saving your settings before the changes will be applied.
iOS
Also known as VPN Plus, VirtualShield now offers an exclusive Ad & Malware Blocking service that will automatically block harmful malware, intrusive advertisements, and location trackers from ever reaching your device for a safer, and more enjoyable browsing experience.
This setting is disabled by default, you must enable it yourself. You can also choose to leave this option off and connect to our basic VPN network instead. Your location will remain private and your data will still be encrypted.
Ad & Malware Blocking
How to block Ads & Malware on your Apple iPhone/iPad:
Open VirtualShield VPN and log in to your account, if you are not logged in already.
For more help logging in and connecting, see our .Tap the slider icon near the top-right to open the VPN Settings panel.
If you can’t find this icon, tap the
Select Ad & Malware Blocking to expand the list of options.
If you do not have a Plus/One/Ultimate plan, you may see a button prompting you to Upgrade your subscription.
Choose your desired option, then tap the back arrow to return to the Home/Overview screen.
- Block Ads
Automatically block intrusive advertisements from ever reaching your device. - Block Malware
Automatically block harmful malware, malicious websites, and location trackers. - Block Ads & Malware
Block intrusive advertisements and malware/location trackers at the same time. - Off
Do not block anything, just hide your location and encrypt your data (disabled).
You may need to re-connect to the VPN after saving your settings before the changes will be applied.
Android
Also known as VPN Plus, VirtualShield now offers an exclusive Ad & Malware Blocking service that will automatically block harmful malware, intrusive advertisements, and location trackers from ever reaching your device for a safer, and more enjoyable browsing experience.
This setting is disabled by default, you must enable it yourself. You can also choose to leave this option off and connect to our basic VPN network instead. Your location will remain private and your data will still be encrypted.
Ad & Malware Blocking
How to block Ads & Malware on your Android phone/tablet:
Open VirtualShield VPN and log in to your account, if you are not logged in already.
For more help logging in and connecting, see our .Tap the slider icon near the top-right to open the VPN Settings panel.
If you can’t find this icon, tap theOverview icon near the bottom to return to the Home/Overview screen.
Select Ad & Malware Blocking to expand the list of options.
If you do not have a Plus/One/Ultimate plan, you may see a button prompting you to Upgrade your subscription.
Choose your desired option, then tap the back arrow to return to the Home/Overview screen.
- Block Ads
Automatically block intrusive advertisements from ever reaching your device. - Block Malware
Automatically block harmful malware, malicious websites, and location trackers. - Block Ads & Malware
Block intrusive advertisements and malware/location trackers at the same time. - Off
Do not block anything, just hide your location and encrypt your data (disabled).
You may need to re-connect to the VPN after saving your settings before the changes will be applied.
Common Questions
Why can’t I activate Ad & Malware Blocking on my device?
This feature is only included with our Plus/One/Ultimate plans. It can also be added to your subscription individually. You can upgrade your subscription at any time by visiting your Account Dashboard.
Why am I still seeing ads with this option enabled?
First we recommend disconnecting and then re-connecting to our VPN network. If that doesn’t work, try clearing the cookies/cache inside of your web browser. Feel free to contact our support team for further assistance.
Does Ad Blocking work like a browser extension?
Ad & Malware Blocking works with all browsers, as well as many of your favorite apps and games. Extensions don’t, they only protect what’s inside of your browser. Our VPN will protect and encrypt your entire internet connection.