duckduckgo / duckduckgo/Android

[Bug] <Duckduckgo's Tracking Protection>

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Description

Describe the bug

I'm experiencing tracking protection errors where whenever I try to disable the VPN the key icon that appears near my save battery mute volume and WiFi system wouldn't disappear by itself.

How to Reproduce

Open duckduckgo

Double check tracking protection feature for any errors.

Expected behavior

Improve tracking protection feature without disturbing client connections that may bother YouTube, discord or other social media apps that interacts with duckduckgo.

Environment
- DDG App Version: 5.156.6
- Device: SM-A215U
- OS: One UI Core Version 4.1

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First steps

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  2. Comment on the issue to say you are picking it up — it saves two people doing the same work.
  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
  4. Open a pull request that references the issue number.

Research direction

Start by reproducing the issue in the DuckDuckGo Android app using version 5.156.6 on a SM-A215U running One UI Core 4.1. Check the tracking protection behavior when disabling the VPN, including whether the key icon remains and whether YouTube, Discord, or other connections are affected. Done means the reported behavior is reproduced, its cause is identified, and tracking protection no longer leaves the icon or disrupts client connections.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
mobile, security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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