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What is Surfshark public DNS?

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Surfshark has launched a free public DNS, that strengthens your privacy by not logging any of your actions on the internet. This article will cover how it works, what are the benefits, and how to get started.

 

How does Surfshark public DNS work?

 

DNS server works as a translator of domain names into IP addresses that computers can understand. Surfshark public DNS server works just like that; however, differently than the usual DNS provided by your ISP, our public DNS doesn’t log browsing data.

It's important to note that UDP and TCP DNS queries are still sent over the internet in plaintext, making them susceptible to interception. To counter this, Surfshark’s DNS server supports secure DNS protocols such as DoT, DoH, and DoQ to keep browsing activity private.

 

What are the benefits of using Surfshark public DNS?

 

Surfshark believes online privacy should be accessible to everyone. With this in mind, we have ensured that our public DNS are free, has a strict no-logs policy, and doesn't require having a subscription. Also, due to the way Surfshark public DNS infrastructure is built, it can improve overall internet connection quality. 

 

How to get started with Surfshark public DNS?

 

To start using Surfshark public DNS servers, you simply need to replace your DNS servers with ours. Here's how to do so on major platforms:

Windows:

  1. Go to the Control Panel, select Network and Internet, and click Network and Sharing Center.
  2. Click Change adapter settings on the left.
  3. Right-click on your network connection (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and select Properties.
  4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
  5. Choose Use the following DNS server addresses and enter 194.169.169.169 as IPv4 and 2a09:a707:169:: as IPv6 DNS server addresses.
  6. Click OK to save your changes.

MacOS:

  1. Click on the Apple menu and select System Settings.
  2. Click on Network.
  3. Choose your active network connection (e.g., Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and click Details.
  4. Go to the DNS tab.
  5. Click the + button to add 194.169.169.169 as IPv4 and 2a09:a707:169:: IPv6 addresses.
  6. Click OK and then Apply to save your changes.

Android:

  1. Go to the Settings app on your device.
  2. Depending on your device, tap on Network & Internet or Connections.
  3. Select Wi-Fi and connect to your desired network.
  4. Long-press the connected network and select Modify network or Advanced settings.
  5. Change IP settings from DHCP to Static.
  6. Scroll down to the DNS fields and enter 194.169.169.169 as IPv4 and 2a09:a707:169:: as IPv6 addresses.
  7. Tap Save to apply the changes.

On iOS:

  1. Go to the Settings app on your device.
  2. Tap on Wi-Fi and connect to your desired network.
  3. Tap the i icon next to the connected network.
  4. Scroll down and tap Configure DNS.
  5. Select Manual and remove any existing DNS entries.
  6. Tap Add Server and enter 194.169.169.169 as IPv4 and 2a09:a707:169:: as IPv6 addresses.
  7. Tap Save to apply the changes.

On a Router:

  1. Open a web browser and enter your router’s IP address (commonly 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1) to access its settings.
  2. Enter the admin username and password (often found on the router or in its manual).
  3. Look for DNS settings under “Internet” or “WAN” settings.
  4. Input 194.169.169.169 as IPv4 and 2a09:a707:169:: as IPv6 addresses.
  5. Save the changes and reboot the router if necessary.

 

 

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