NextDNS

DNS-level ad blocking, privacy and parental controls

A configurable DNS resolver that blocks ads, trackers and malicious domains on every device and network, with logs and parental controls.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

Categories: Security & Privacy

NextDNS compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
NextDNS	Free plan	–	–	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
AdGuard Home	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Linux, Mac, Windows
Pi-hole	Free	–	Yes	Self-hosted, Linux
AdGuard	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
uBlock Origin	Free	Yes	–	Browser extension
Windscribe	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Brave	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

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Questions

Is NextDNS free?

NextDNS is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does NextDNS run on?

NextDNS is available for Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android.

What are some alternatives to NextDNS?

Similar indie products include AdGuard Home, Pi-hole, AdGuard, uBlock Origin and 4 more.

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