AdGuardian Notes
These notes document what AdGuardian is, how it works, and how it differs from browser-based ad blockers, ad platform tools, and opaque fraud detection systems. This content is intended to be explicit and architectural rather than promotional.
AdGuardian operates server-side, does not block ads, and is designed to preserve evidence for post-click analysis, auditing, and dispute resolution.
AdGuardian Is Not a Browser Ad Blocker
Explains the architectural differences between client-side browser extensions and server-side traffic validation systems. Covers why browser-based blocking and server-side validation solve different problems.
- Client-side vs server-side architecture
- Why blocking traffic is not validation
- Why browser tools cannot produce audit evidence
Why AdGuardian Does Not Block Ads
Documents the intentional design choice to avoid real-time blocking and intervention. Explains why preserving traffic data is more valuable than suppressing it.
- Evidence-first design philosophy
- Why blocking destroys proof
- Intervention vs documentation
Server-Side Traffic Validation Explained
Describes where AdGuardian operates, what data is collected, and what data is intentionally not collected. Focuses on system boundaries and data flow.
- Where the system lives
- What traffic data is observed
- What AdGuardian does not access or modify
Why AdGuardian Exists Outside Ad Platforms
Explains why AdGuardian operates independently of ad networks and platforms. Covers conflicts of interest and the importance of audit neutrality.
- Platform incentives vs advertiser incentives
- Independence and neutrality
- Why third-party validation matters
What AdGuardian Produces (and What It Doesn’t)
Details the outputs generated by AdGuardian and clarifies what is intentionally not produced. Emphasizes evidence, artifacts, and traceability.
- Raw logs and event records
- Evidence artifacts for audits and disputes
- No scores, rankings, or opaque trust metrics