AdGuard 2.5.0 (902) was a major update released on , primarily focused on bringing full compatibility with macOS Big Sur . This version transitioned the app from legacy Kernel Extensions to Apple’s newer Network Extensions framework. Key Features and Improvements
: Introduced critical system changes to support macOS 11 Big Sur, which deprecated the old "Kernel Extension" mode. Adguard 2.5.0 (902) Release
: Updated CoreLibs and DnsLibs to enhance the stability and speed of ad-blocking and DNS filtering. AdGuard 2
: This release cycle began laying the groundwork for improved performance on Apple's then-new ARM-based processors. Adguard 2.5.0 (902) Release
: Added a new filtering mode. For users on Big Sur, this became the default and required setting found under Preferences > Network > Select Mode .