DNS-Level Blocking (Cloud)
Replaces: ISP DNS, Google DNS
Use NextDNS to block ads, trackers, and malware at the DNS level across every device on your network.
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Phase
Home Network — router access, 30-90 min
Android
NextDNS app (per-device) or configure in router for all devices.
iOS
NextDNS profile (per-device) or configure in router.
General
Configure in router admin → DNS settings → enter NextDNS resolver IPs.
Deployment
Cloud
NextDNS (per-device or router-level)
⚠ NextDNS logging is ON by default. MUST disable all logging during setup. See router-dns card for details. You are shifting trust from ISP to NextDNS (4-person US company). If this concerns you, self-host instead.
Self-Hosted
AdGuard Home
Related Cards
Research Findings
Same as router-dns research. NextDNS is the cloud option with privacy caveats. Self-hosting AdGuard Home is the full-control alternative.