DNSCrypt Protocol AlternativesDNS Resolvers and other similar apps like DNSCrypt Protocol

DNSCrypt Protocol is described as 'DNSCrypt is a protocol that authenticates communications between a DNS client and a DNS resolver. It prevents DNS spoofing. It uses cryptographic signatures to verify that responses originate from the chosen DNS resolver and haven't been tampered with' and is a DNS Resolver in the security & privacy category. There are more than 25 alternatives to DNSCrypt Protocol for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Linux, Mac and iPhone apps. The best DNSCrypt Protocol alternative is DNS4EU, which is free. Other great apps like DNSCrypt Protocol are MullvadDNS, Quad9, Cisco Umbrella and Google Public DNS.

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  1. DNS4EU icon
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    Join DNS4EU, an EU initiative providing secure, private, and reliable DNS services for users across Europe.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. MullvadDNS icon
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    Our public DNS service offers DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT), with QNAME minimization and basic ad blocking.

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    • Online
     
  3. Quad9 icon
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    Quad9 is a free, recursive, anycast DNS platform that provides end users robust security protections, high-performance, and privacy.

    50 Quad9 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  4. Cisco Umbrella icon
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    Cisco Umbrella (formerly OpenDNS) provides the first line of defense against threats on the internet wherever users go.

    72 Cisco Umbrella alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  5. OpenNIC icon
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    OpenNIC is a user-owned and controlled alternate network information center/alternative DNS root which lists itself as an alternative to ICANN and its registries.

    45 OpenNIC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  6. DNSveil icon
     2 likes

    A Secure DNS Client. Using: Msmh Agnostic Server, DNSLookup and GoodbyeDPI. (Windows only)

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. CleanBrowsing icon
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    CleanBrowsing is a family and kid-safe way to browse the web without surprises. It Automatically blocks adult content, while still allowing Google, Youtube, Bing and the core of the web to load safely. Easy setup in 5 minutes with nothing to install.

    36 CleanBrowsing alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
     
  8. Comodo Secure DNS is a domain name resolution service that resolves your DNS requests through Comodo worldwide network of redundant DNS servers. This can provide a much faster and more reliable Internet browsing experience than using the DNS servers provided by your ISP and does...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  9. dnscrypt-proxy - A tool for securing communications between a client and a DNS resolver

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. Yandex.DNS icon
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    Yandex.DNS is a free, recursive DNS service. Yandex.DNS' servers are located in Russia, CIS countries, and Western Europe. Users' requests are processed by the nearest data center which provides high connection speeds.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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