Google Public DNS Alternatives

Google Public DNS is described as 'A free, global DNS resolution service that you can use as an alternative to your current DNS provider' and is a popular DNS Resolver in the network & admin category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Google Public DNS, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac and Android apps. The best Google Public DNS alternative is NextDNS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Google Public DNS are 1.1.1.1, Quad9, AdGuard DNS and Control D.

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    HaGeZi DNS offers free, non-commercial public DNS resolvers designed and operated by a private individual for the European community. It provides robust DNS-based blocking of ads, trackers, scam, phishing, fake, and malware domains - helping users achieve greater privacy and...

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    • Online
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    Runs as a Windows service, supports any TCP/IP device. Display a blocked page as result of any domain name matched in the keywords list. Prevent installation of file sharing/P2P clients, spyware, or other malicious software - a technique referred to as DNS sinkhole or blackhole.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  3. CIRA Canadian Shield protects you from online threats such as malicious domains, phishing websites and helps to keep your personal data private. It also provides DNS privacy by keeping your DNS requests in Canada.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Windows
    • Mac
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  4. Effortlessly switch between DNS servers, benchmark their performance, and customize your DNS settings to optimize your internet connection. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  5. CaptainDNS centralizes DNS management, diagnostics, and monitoring for developers and IT teams managing domain infrastructure.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  6. Encrypted DNS adds an extra security layer on top of regular security measures in network browsing. It will utilize knowledge of known cyber threats by CERT-EE and block at the level of DNS the access to threats.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  7. Harbor Privacy is a managed DNS filtering service that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains network-wide, with no logging of browsing activity. Includes Harbor Kids, a family protection layer that filters adult content, gaming, dating apps, gambling, and dangerous sites...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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