DNS

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Samsung Smart TV Enter Manual DNS
I wasn’t expecting a DNS change to unlock more content on my TV

The easiest streaming upgrade most people never think to try.

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DNS setting on Android
This simple DNS trick blocks every ad on your Android phone

Block ads in apps, games, and browsers with this free DNS.

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custom dns settings router admin panel.
Please stop using the default DNS on your router

It's time to switch, for so many reasons.

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Control D DNS
This is the DNS upgrade most people don’t know they need

Take full control of your home network’s traffic.

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dns over https on windows 11.
Your ISP can still see every site you visit unless you enable this browser setting

Go on, switch this setting on, it only takes a moment.

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private dns settings on android smartphone
This hidden Android setting blocks ads across every single app without a VPN

Ad-free internet is no-longer a subscription you have to pay for.

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A close-up of the DNS Speed Test benchmark running on an Android phone.
The only DNS benchmark that matters (and how to run it)

If you're looking at changing your DNS for privacy or speed considerations, this free and simple web-based benchmark is the only tool you need.

Getting started with NextDNS
I tried the fastest public DNS you’ve never heard of — and it’s more powerful than Cloudflare

Speed is table stakes; visibility and control changed everything.

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Latency test with better scores after adding DNS to Windows.
I doubled my laptop’s internet speed with one free DNS

Say no to the choppy videos and slow sites.

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ReThink DNS app stat tab running on a Google Pixel
This free Android DNS app is the closest thing to an instant network tune-up

It's packed with features and requires little configuration.

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Google Pixel 10 Pro in hand.
I never use a new Android until I change this one setting

The setting that makes my connection more stable and private.

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dns over https on windows 11.
What the heck is DNS over HTTPS and why does everyone keep arguing about it?

It's not just another confusing acronym to ignore.

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dns encryption options in mullvad browser close up computer screen.
DNS encryption protocols aren’t equal (and your ISP hopes you don’t know why)

DNS encryption can improve online privacy, but not all protocols are created equal.

Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS app window open on macOS
These encrypted DNS providers actually protect your privacy (unlike your ISP)

Encrypted DNS is the easiest upgrade you can make for privacy online.

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server switches with privacy logo.
You can build a local DNS in an afternoon and stop ISP snooping

Boost your privacy and browsing speed with a local DNS.

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private dns settings on android smartphone
I didn't believe this tiny tweak would actually speed up my internet

Don't expect magically faster speeds, but it's worth making this tweak for the incremental speed boosts.

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adjusting dns settings on a smart tv.
I Use This DNS Trick to Access More Content on My Smart TV

It's surprisingly easy to access georestricted streaming content on your smart TV with this tiny change.

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Laptop with IP address, location, and shield icons floating above it
Why I Use a Dynamic DNS Instead of a Static IP Address (and How to Set It Up)

Looking for a way reach your devices outside your local network for free? Try using dynamic DNS!

image of tri-band router in home
I Switched to Google's Public DNS on My Router and PC: The Speed Difference Surprised Me

After switching to Google's DNS, I don't I'll ever go back to using my ISP's default DNS.

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wifi router showing a red error light
Router vs. Computer DNS Settings: Here's What Was Faster

Comparing DNS at the router versus PC level led to real improvements in my network’s speed and performance.

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