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Comparison diagram of a domain blocklist file and a separate firmware program update.

Updates & Maintenance2026/10/19

DNS Blocklist Updates vs Firmware Updates: What Changes?

Learn which DNSAdBlocker update changes domain rules, which changes device software, and how to choose the correct dashboard control before uploading.

Diagram of cached DNS answers being cleared before repeating a controlled lookup.

Updates & Maintenance2026/10/19

How to Flush DNS Cache After Changing Your Filtering Rules

Clear Windows DNS cache or restart a Mac, then repeat a controlled lookup to separate cached answers from resolver settings and filtering problems.

Diagram of reconnecting a filtering device to a new router with a changed local network address.

Updates & Maintenance2026/10/19

Changing Your Router or Wi-Fi? Reconnect Your DNS Ad Blocker

Move your DNS ad blocker to a new router or Wi-Fi network, confirm its local address, recreate a reservation, and test one client before sharing DNS.

Timeline separating a rule-download access period from filtering rules already stored on a device.

Updates & Maintenance2026/10/19

What Happens When Your DNSAdBlocker Rule-Update Access Ends?

Understand the included year, completed-order download access, rules already on your device, and why a new annual purchase starts its own period.

Diagram of an eligible order downloading a compatible rule file for upload through a local dashboard.

Updates & Maintenance2026/10/19

How to Update a Home DNS Blocklist and Check the Result

Follow the eligible-order download and local blocklist upload process, check rule information and sample domains, and know what to do if an update fails.