Your Android phone constantly shows ads? Here’s how to fix it:

A malicious app might be installed: Apps downloaded from outside Google Play may contain adware.

Allowed notification ads: Some sites or apps may have received permission to send notifications.

A browser redirecting site may be open.

Home screen or lock screen ads: Some launcher apps may show such ads.

Pop-up ads: These usually come from apps with “overlay” permission.

✅ Solution Steps

Check recently installed appsGo to Settings > Apps.Look for suspicious or newly installed apps.Pay attention to free tools like “Battery Saver”, “Cleaner”, “Flashlight”, or “Free VPN”.Remove anything suspicious.

Find the ad-serving appGo to Play Store > Google Play Protect > Scan device.Alternatively, use trusted apps like Ad Detector or Malwarebytes to scan.

Clear your default browserIf using Chrome: Settings > Apps > Chrome > Storage > Clear Cache and Data.Repeat for other browsers you use.

Check notification permissionsGo to Settings > Notifications > All apps.Disable notifications for unknown or unrelated apps.

Check “Display over other apps” permissionGo to Settings > Apps > Special Access > Display over other apps.Revoke unnecessary permissions.

? Extra Step: Use an ad blockerTry apps like AdGuard, Blokada, or browsers with built-in ad blocking (e.g., Brave Browser).
? Keyword Sentence: Remove suspicious apps to stop Android ads.