# Guides **URL:** https://community.blokada.org/c/guides/12.md?ascending=true&page=3 [Latest](https://community.blokada.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.blokada.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.blokada.org/tags.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [Where are the Blokada Plus gateways located?](https://community.blokada.org/t/where-are-the-blokada-plus-gateways-located/45)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 7:01am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/where-are-the-blokada-plus-gateways-located/45 "2024-12-05T07:01:25Z")
The gateways are named based on their location, and on Android you can find them under Blokada Plus → Gateways. On iOS, just tap the “Location” button. The current list of the gateways: Amsterdam Dubai Dallas Frankfur… --- ## [Do you offer alternative payment methods such as cryptocurrencies, gift cards, cash, etc?](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-you-offer-alternative-payment-methods-such-as-cryptocurrencies-gift-cards-cash-etc/44)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-you-offer-alternative-payment-methods-such-as-cryptocurrencies-gift-cards-cash-etc/44 "2020-06-16T17:41:29Z")
We already support alternative payment methods via the Stellar network, which in turn allows any cryptocurrency or funding that can be exchanged to it such as Bitcoin and bank transfers. For further details, see: --- ## [Are you associated with other VPN providers or companies?](https://community.blokada.org/t/are-you-associated-with-other-vpn-providers-or-companies/43)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/are-you-associated-with-other-vpn-providers-or-companies/43 "2020-06-16T17:40:53Z")
We don’t have any relationship with other VPN providers or funding from any other investor, our service is completely independent and developed by Blokada. Payment for the Blokada Plus service and donations are the only… --- ## [Do you keep logs?](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-you-keep-logs/42)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-you-keep-logs/42 "2020-06-16T17:40:15Z")
The gateways do not log any information about you or the traffic you send, there are no personal information about you or your payment details even if we would be compromised. This is why there is an account ID, it will… --- ## [What are partner gateways?](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-are-partner-gateways/41)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-are-partner-gateways/41 "2020-06-16T17:39:54Z")
Please note Partner Gateways program is temporarily paused. Those are servers provided by our partners. As such, they are not fully managed by Blokada, so they may or may not provide the same level of quality our offici… --- ## [Do I have a Blokada account?](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-i-have-a-blokada-account/40)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/do-i-have-a-blokada-account/40 "2020-06-16T17:39:14Z")
Yes! The moment you start the app, your unique account is generated for you. You don’t need to register, or remember any passwords. There are three types of accounts: Libre, Cloud, and Plus. You have a Libre account if … --- ## [How to activate Blokada Plus?](https://community.blokada.org/t/how-to-activate-blokada-plus/39)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/how-to-activate-blokada-plus/39 "2020-06-16T17:33:29Z")
Blokada 5 (Android and iOS) In the app’s main screen, tap the orange button Upgrade to BLOKADA+. Blokada Slim for Android In the app’s main screen, tap the orange button Upgrade to BLOKADA+. Note the Account ID displa… --- ## [What's the difference between Blokada and Blokada Slim?](https://community.blokada.org/t/whats-the-difference-between-blokada-and-blokada-slim/38)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2021, 10:42am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/whats-the-difference-between-blokada-and-blokada-slim/38 "2021-12-12T10:42:43Z")
What is Blokada Slim for Android? Blokada is the original, full version of the app. You install it by downloading an apk file from our official sources. Blokada Slim is a lightweight version of the app, available on Goo… --- ## [What is Blokada Plus (VPN)?](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-is-blokada-plus-vpn/37)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2021, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-is-blokada-plus-vpn/37 "2021-12-12T15:18:20Z")
Blokada Plus is a VPN optimized to work flawlessly with Blokada. You get one of the strongest encryptions with minimal impact on battery life and speed. Together with the battle-tested content blocking functionality of B… --- ## [Why do I need to grant VPN profile permissions?](https://community.blokada.org/t/why-do-i-need-to-grant-vpn-profile-permissions/36)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 8:08am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/why-do-i-need-to-grant-vpn-profile-permissions/36 "2021-08-06T08:08:08Z")
When you start Blokada for the first time, you will be asked to allow to create a VPN Configuration. This is necessary for Blokada to function. Blokada creates a “fake” VPN Configuration which allows it to block ads. Th… --- ## [Can Blokada see my private data?](https://community.blokada.org/t/can-blokada-see-my-private-data/35)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:26pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/can-blokada-see-my-private-data/35 "2020-06-16T17:26:38Z")
No. Blokada does not read or tamper with your private information, it only monitors which hosts your device is making requests towards and blocks the ones matching the filters. Every time Blokada blocks anything, you wil… --- ## [Does Blokada use a lot of battery?](https://community.blokada.org/t/does-blokada-use-a-lot-of-battery/34)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2020, 6:47am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/does-blokada-use-a-lot-of-battery/34 "2020-12-09T06:47:13Z")
No. Depending on your settings the battery impact is minimal, and on most new devices, especially on Marshmallow (Android 6) or newer, you will not notice any battery drain. However, some unlucky devices may experience i… --- ## [Will Blokada slow down my device?](https://community.blokada.org/t/will-blokada-slow-down-my-device/33)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2022, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/will-blokada-slow-down-my-device/33 "2022-03-05T21:39:32Z")
No. Depending on your settings Blokada can be quite efficient. In fact, both your device’s performance and battery life may visibly improve, because Blokada saves your device from downloading and processing content you d… --- ## [Is Blokada really free to use?](https://community.blokada.org/t/is-blokada-really-free-to-use/32)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/is-blokada-really-free-to-use/32 "2020-06-16T17:25:48Z")
Yes! Blokada is an open source project. There are three modes o operation in Blokada: Libre, Cloud, and Plus. Libre mode is available on Blokada for Android, and it is free, local on-device fake VPN based adblocking. B… --- ## [How do I report an issue, idea or suggestion?](https://community.blokada.org/t/how-do-i-report-an-issue-idea-or-suggestion/31)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/how-do-i-report-an-issue-idea-or-suggestion/31 "2020-06-16T17:23:56Z")
If you are experiencing problems, please search this forums first. We have a lot of users, and your problem has probably already been answered. If it’s something new, feel free to make a post under a relevant category. I… --- ## [Blokada is great, how can I help the project?](https://community.blokada.org/t/blokada-is-great-how-can-i-help-the-project/30)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/blokada-is-great-how-can-i-help-the-project/30 "2020-06-16T17:20:27Z")
There are many ways to support Blokada, either with your own time or financially. Any help we can get are very important to the project and ensures Blokada can continue to exist. If you want to support us financially, p… --- ## [What do our users say about Blokada?](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-do-our-users-say-about-blokada/25)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 7:53am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-do-our-users-say-about-blokada/25 "2021-10-13T07:53:10Z")
We are getting a lot of positive feedback from our community, which motivates us to keep improving the app. We would like to share some of the comments with you. We kept them anonymous. Remember, if you like Blokada, yo… --- ## [Why should I use Blokada?](https://community.blokada.org/t/why-should-i-use-blokada/24)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2020, 5:53am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/why-should-i-use-blokada/24 "2020-10-31T05:53:55Z")
There are many reasons why Blokada may be useful for you. Many of our users say that Blokada is one of the first apps they install on new devices. Here are some of the common advantages: Block ads from apps, websites a… --- ## [What is Blokada?](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-is-blokada/23)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-is-blokada/23 "2020-06-16T16:55:44Z")
Blokada is an open source app for your mobile device that helps you protect your privacy and unclutter your device. It’s being actively developed by a group of privacy concious enthusiasts and an open source community, w… --- ## [About the Guides category](https://community.blokada.org/t/about-the-guides-category/22)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/about-the-guides-category/22 "2020-06-16T16:21:22Z")
The Guides section is the place you should check first. Here you will find answers to all beginner questions. Feel free to explore other categories. There, we discuss everything related to Blokada, adblocking, privacy, … --- ## [Can I add my own blocklist file?](https://community.blokada.org/t/can-i-add-my-own-blocklist-file/17)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/can-i-add-my-own-blocklist-file/17 "2020-06-16T14:43:42Z")
Currently there is no way to load your own blocklist file in Blokada for iOS. We have it in plans. You can, however, block any request you can see in the Activity tab. Simply tap on it, and choose “Add to Blocked”. In … --- ## [What can I do if I still see some ads?](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-can-i-do-if-i-still-see-some-ads/15)
**Author:** [@Karol](https://community.blokada.org/u/Karol)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2021, 3:43am UTC](https://community.blokada.org/t/what-can-i-do-if-i-still-see-some-ads/15 "2021-07-28T03:43:37Z")
If you think more ads are coming through than before, try these steps: Clear the Cache of the apps you see ads in. Check if the VPN key icon is present in the status bar at the top. If not, start Blokada. If it disappe… [Previous page](https://community.blokada.org/c/guides/12.md?ascending=true&page=2)