AdGuard's TrustTunnel iOS client pulled from Russian App Store as VPN crackdown intensifies
AdGuard's TrustTunnel iOS client has been removed from the Russian App Store following a takedown request by Roskomnadzor, Russia's internet regulator, citing local laws against prohibited online services. Apple complied with the request, stating the app contains content illegal in Russia, while AdGuard argues the tool is neutral and does not inherently bypass restrictions. The removal affects only the Russian App Store, with the app remaining available globally and on Android in Russia via Google Play.
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Computing Internet VPNs AdGuard's TrustTunnel iOS client pulled from Russian App Store as VPN crackdown intensifies News By Aleksandar Stevanović published 1 May 2026 Russia's internet regulator is targeting the open-source VPN tool When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Diy13 / Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter AdGuard's TrustTunnel iOS client has been removed from the Russian App Store following a takedown request by Roskomnadzor, Russia's internet regulator.Apple notified AdGuard on April 28, 2026, stating the app "includes content that is illegal in Russia" and…
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