diff --git a/FAQ.md b/FAQ.md index aca3ed6e..0eb5f3cb 100644 --- a/FAQ.md +++ b/FAQ.md @@ -682,6 +682,21 @@ and to save on battery power and to prevent crashes blocking NetGuard with itsel
+ +**(66) Why is a blocked app still accessing the internet?** + +Blocked apps cannot access the internet. There are no exceptions to this. + +However: + +* Incoming (push) messages are received by the system component Google Play services and not apps, especially when the app is in the background or the screen is turned off +* Similarly, advertisements are mostly received by the system component Google Play services +* Downloads are often performed by the download manager and not the app + +If you like to block Google Play services or the download manager, you'll need to enable managing system apps in the advanced settings. + +
+ **NetGuard is supported for phones and tablets only, so not for other device types like televisions or vehicles.** **If you didn't find the answer to your question, you can ask your questions [in this forum](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3233012) or contact me by using [this contact form](https://contact.faircode.eu/)**.