{"id":8911,"date":"2025-11-17T02:08:43","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T02:08:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/?p=8911"},"modified":"2025-11-17T10:20:55","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T10:20:55","slug":"android-private-dns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Activate Android Private DNS?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Making sure your online actions stay private is crucial in the constantly changing world of digital privacy. Understanding <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/dns-security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Private DNS<\/a> is vital for enhancing your security. Using Private DNS is one practical technique to improve your privacy on an Android smartphone. This feature adds an extra degree of security to your internet connections and helps shield your browsing data from prying eyes. We&#8217;ll explain what Private DNS is, why it&#8217;s useful, and walk you through the entire process of activating it on your Android smartphone in this in-depth guide. All the steps are defined simply, so it won&#8217;t be an overwhelming experience to follow them. Moreover, as a bonus, you will also know how to use iProVPN to enhance your privacy and the differences between the DNS and VPN.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"iprovpn_btn_cta_row\">\n    \t<a class=\"btn_cta\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/buy-vpn\" title=\"Get iProVPN Now\">Get iProVPN NOW <i class=\"fas fa-long-arrow-alt-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n    \t<\/div>\n    \n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#What_is_a_Private_DNS\" >What is a Private DNS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Enable_Private_DNS_to_Avoid_Being_Watched_by_Others\" >Enable Private DNS to Avoid Being Watched by Others<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#How_to_Clear_the_DNS_Cache_On_Your_Device\" >How to Clear the DNS Cache On Your Device?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#How_to_Activate_Private_DNS_on_Android\" >How to Activate Private DNS on Android<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_1_Launch_the_Settings_app\" >Step 1:\u00a0 Launch the Settings app.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_2_Go_to_Settings_%3E_Network_Internet\" >Step 2: Go to Settings &gt; Network &amp; Internet.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_3_Open_the_Private_DNS_Configuration\" >Step 3: Open the Private DNS Configuration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_4_Configure_Private_DNS_Mode\" >Step 4: Configure Private DNS Mode.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_5_Type_the_hostname_for_the_private_DNS\" >Step 5: Type the hostname for the private DNS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Step_6_Check_the_Configuration\" >Step 6: Check the Configuration.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Strengthen_Your_Online_Security_with_iProVPN\" >Strengthen Your Online Security with iProVPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Secure_DNS_and_Private_DNS\" >Secure DNS and Private DNS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Troubleshooting_Common_Problems\" >Troubleshooting Common Problems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#DNS_Vs_VPN\" >DNS Vs. VPN<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Feature\" >Feature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#DNS_Domain_Name_System\" >DNS (Domain Name System)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#VPN_Virtual_Private_Network\" >VPN (Virtual Private Network)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Primary_Function\" >Primary Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Privacy\" >Privacy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Security\" >Security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Impact_on_Speed\" >Impact on Speed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Geo-Restrictions\" >Geo-Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Data_Encryption\" >Data Encryption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Usage\" >Usage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#Summing_it_Up\" >Summing it Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/resources\/android-private-dns\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Private_DNS\"><\/span><strong>What is a Private DNS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your Domain Name System (DNS) requests are encrypted by the private DNS protocol, which is often referred to as DNS over TLS (DoTLS) or DNS over HTTPS (DoH). DNS is the mechanism that converts domain names that are readable by humans, such as www.example.com, into IP addresses that are used by computers to identify one another over a network. Your DNS queries are encrypted when you use Private DNS, which helps shield your online activity from being tracked by possible hackers and other third parties, such as your <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/who-is-my-internet-service-provider-isp-find-out-how\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">internet service provider (ISP)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enable_Private_DNS_to_Avoid_Being_Watched_by_Others\"><\/span><strong>Enable Private DNS to Avoid Being Watched by Others<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is now essential for all users to enhance their device security since hackers are increasingly focusing on Android smartphones. <strong>The private DNS Android<\/strong> feature will improve your privacy because it encrypts your DNS request. You will thereby benefit from increased security and privacy. Furthermore, you may be able to accelerate slow load times by simply adjusting your DNS settings and it can also improve the load times.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Clear_the_DNS_Cache_On_Your_Device\"><\/span><strong>How to Clear the DNS Cache On Your Device?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Flush it first before modifying your DNS server. The cache on your DNS server might be full. You can speed up you\u2019re browsing without switching servers by clearing this.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Launch Chrome on your Android phone. If you don&#8217;t use Chrome, you can access DNS settings by using the documentation provided by your preferred browser.<\/li>\n<li>In the address bar, type chrome:\/\/net-internals\/#dns.<\/li>\n<li>Select &#8220;Clear Host Cache\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>Restart\u00a0the device.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If your browsing experience is still slow, move on to switching DNS servers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Activate_Private_DNS_on_Android\"><\/span><strong>How to Activate Private DNS on Android<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Launch_the_Settings_app\"><\/span><strong>Step 1:<\/strong>\u00a0 Launch the Settings app.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the home screen on your Android handset after unlocking it.<\/li>\n<li>Find and open the Settings application. Usually, the icon has the appearance of a cogwheel or gear.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Go_to_Settings_%3E_Network_Internet\"><\/span><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Go to Settings &gt; Network &amp; Internet.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Select Network &amp; Internet by scrolling down the Settings menu.<\/li>\n<li>Press the Advanced button to see further network-related choices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Open_the_Private_DNS_Configuration\"><\/span><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Open the Private DNS Configuration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>The Private DNS option is located in the Advanced menu. To continue, tap on it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Configure_Private_DNS_Mode\"><\/span><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Configure Private DNS Mode.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>There are three options available to you:Private DNS provider hostname, Automatic, and Off.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Off:\u00a0<\/strong>In this case, the default DNS settings are used and Private DNS is disabled.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Automatic:\u00a0<\/strong>This option enables the device to automatically use the DNS settings supplied by your network.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Private DNS Provider Hostname<\/strong>: Enter the hostname of the selected Private DNS provider here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To <strong>manually<\/strong> set your DNS settings, select the hostname of your private DNS provider.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Type_the_hostname_for_the_private_DNS\"><\/span><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Type the hostname for the private DNS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Your Private DNS provider&#8217;s hostname must be entered when prompted. Enter the hostname in this manner:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>Enter dns.google.com to access Google Public DNS.<\/li>\n<li>Enter 1dot1dot1dot1.cloudflare-dns.com for Cloudflare DNS.<\/li>\n<li>Type dns.quad9.net to access Quad9 DNS.<\/li>\n<li>NextDNS: 45.90.28.0 o Open DNS: 208.67.222.222.2. To save the modifications, hit &#8220;Save&#8221; after entering the hostname.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Check_the_Configuration\"><\/span><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Check the Configuration.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>To confirm that Private DNS is enabled, go back to the Private DNS settings panel. The hostname of the specified provider ought to be shown.<\/li>\n<li>Another way to test your setup is to go to a website like <strong>https:\/\/www.dnsleaktest.com<\/strong> that displays your DNS information. This will verify that the Private DNS provider is handling the routing of your DNS queries.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthen_Your_Online_Security_with_iProVPN\"><\/span><strong>Strengthen Your Online Security with iProVPN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>iProVPN is a great option for improved internet privacy. This user-friendly tool is accessible for <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/windows-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/mac-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">macOS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/ios-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iOS<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/download\/android-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Android<\/a>, and provides complete protection.<br \/>\nSome of <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN&#8217;s features<\/a> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unlimited Bandwidth:<\/strong> With <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/servers\">iProVPN&#8217;s fast servers<\/a>, you can browse and stream without interruption and without worrying about data restrictions or throttling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Web Threat Protection:<\/strong> Use iProVPN&#8217;s cutting-edge security features to protect yourself from malicious websites, online fraud, and phishing attempts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Public Wi-Fi Security:<\/strong> To protect your personal data from any cyber threats, encrypt your connection when using any public Wi-Fi network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Secure_DNS_and_Private_DNS\"><\/span><strong>Secure DNS and Private DNS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Big businesses and enthusiasts can manage their own DNS servers and set custom query rules. <strong>Private DNS<\/strong> is essentially a non-public server, not a high-privacy solution by itself. In practice, secure DNS protocols like DNSCrypt, DNS over TLS (DoT), and DNS over HTTPS (DoH) often power Private DNS. These protocols encrypt DNS queries, enhancing security compared to regular DNS.<\/p>\n<p>The DoH protocol is considered superior due to its resistance to filtering by ISPs. While detailed knowledge of <strong>Secure DNS<\/strong> isn\u2019t necessary, using a DNS server that supports these protocols ensures better privacy and security. Free, secure servers such as public DNS (1.1.1.1, 8.8.8.8) from Cloudflare and Google are available, supporting both standard and encrypted DNS.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troubleshooting_Common_Problems\"><\/span><strong>Troubleshooting Common Problems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although setting up Private DNS is usually simple, there could be some problems. The following are some typical issues and how to fix them:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>DNS Resolution Problems:<\/strong> Verify that you have typed in the hostname correctly if you are having trouble visiting websites after turning on Private DNS. Another option is to attempt changing DNS providers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connectivity Issues:<\/strong> Check that your device is connected correctly to network also if Private DNS settings are right, if you can&#8217;t access the internet. See if turning off Private DNS for a while fixes the connectivity problem.<\/li>\n<li><strong>App Compatibility:<\/strong> Enabling Private DNS may cause some apps to malfunction. However, if you experience issues with any particular app, you should get assistance from the support team instantly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DNS_Vs_VPN\"><\/span><strong>DNS Vs. VPN<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A\u00a0 detailed comparison of DNS and VPN:<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 240px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feature\"><\/span><strong>Feature<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DNS_Domain_Name_System\"><\/span><strong>DNS (Domain Name System)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"VPN_Virtual_Private_Network\"><\/span><strong>VPN (Virtual Private Network)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Primary_Function\"><\/span><strong>Primary Function<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">Translates domain names into IP addresses.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">Encrypts internet traffic and routes it through a server.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 48px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Privacy\"><\/span><strong>Privacy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 48px;\">Basic DNS queries are not encrypted; privacy depends on the DNS provider.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 48px;\">Encrypts all internet traffic, enhancing privacy.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 48px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security\"><\/span><strong>Security<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 48px;\">Offers limited security; some DNS services offer encrypted DNS (DoH\/DoT).<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 48px;\">Provides strong encryption and protects against eavesdropping.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_Speed\"><\/span><strong>Impact on Speed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">Generally fast; does not significantly affect browsing speed.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">Can slightly reduce speed due to encryption and server distance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geo-Restrictions\"><\/span><strong>Geo-Restrictions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">No impact on geo-restrictions; does not change your IP address.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">Can bypass geo-restrictions by masking your <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/blog\/what-is-an-ip-address\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IP address<\/a> with a server\u2019s IP.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Data_Encryption\"><\/span><strong>Data Encryption<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">No encryption of traffic.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">Encrypts all data transmitted between your device and the VPN server.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 29.8432%; height: 24px;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Usage\"><\/span><strong>Usage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 36.0647%; height: 24px;\">To use to resolve the domain names, and to use with other services for enhancing privacy.<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 34.092%; height: 24px;\">Used for secure and private browsing, accessing restricted content, and masking IP addresses.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>This table summarizes how DNS and <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/virtual-private-network\/\">VPN<\/a> differ in their functionalities and impacts on privacy and security.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summing_it_Up\"><\/span><strong>Summing it Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Activating Private DNS on your Android device enhances your privacy by encrypting DNS queries and shielding your browsing from prying eyes. This straightforward setup process not only boosts your security but can also improve browsing speed. Furthermore, for comprehensive protection, combining DNS with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/iprovpn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iProVPN<\/a> is the best way to secure all aspects of your internet activity. Together, they ensure a safer and more private online experience, protects from online attackers that can interfere with your private data or use it to blackmail you.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' \n                class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-195__enabled' \n                data-collection='' \n                data-pagination='0' \n                data-search='0' \n                data-pagination-enabled='0'\n                role='region'\n                aria-label='FAQ Section'\n                aria-live='polite'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8913\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8913\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8913\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What is Private DNS on Android?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8913\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8913\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Private DNS on Android, also known as DNS over TLS (DoTLS) or DNS over HTTPS (DoH), encrypts your DNS queries, preventing third parties like ISPs and hackers from monitoring your browsing activity. This enhances your privacy and security while you surf the web.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8914\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8914\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8914\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How does Private DNS improve my privacy?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8914\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8914\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Private DNS improves your privacy by encrypting the DNS requests your device sends out. This means that your ISP and other entities cannot easily track or intercept the websites you visit, keeping your online activity more secure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8915\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8915\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8915\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How can I activate Private DNS on my Android device?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8915\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8915\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>To activate Private DNS on Android:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> app.<\/li>\n<li>Go to <strong>Network &amp; Internet<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Advanced<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Private DNS<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Private DNS provider hostname<\/strong> and enter the hostname of your chosen DNS provider.<\/li>\n<li>Save your settings and verify the setup using a DNS test website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8916\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8916\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8916\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What are some reliable Private DNS providers?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8916\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8916\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Popular Private DNS providers include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Google Public DNS<\/strong>: dns.google<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloudflare DNS<\/strong>: 1dot1dot1dot1.cloudflare-dns.com<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quad9 DNS<\/strong>: dns.quad9.net<\/li>\n<li><strong>NextDNS<\/strong>: 45.90.28.0<\/li>\n<li><strong>OpenDNS<\/strong>: 208.67.222.222<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8917\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8917\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8917\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How do I clear the DNS cache on my Android device?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8917\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8917\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>To clear the DNS cache:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open Chrome and go to chrome:\/\/net-internals\/#dns.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>Clear Host Cache<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Restart your device to ensure changes take effect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8918\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8918\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8918\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What should I do if Private DNS causes connectivity issues?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8918\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8918\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>If you encounter connectivity issues:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure the Private DNS hostname is entered correctly.<\/li>\n<li>Verify your device is connected to a network.<\/li>\n<li>Temporarily disable Private DNS to check if it resolves the problem.<\/li>\n<li>Consider trying a different DNS provider if issues persist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8919\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8919\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8919\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">Can Private DNS improve my internet speed?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8919\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8919\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>In some cases, Private DNS can enhance speed by using optimized DNS servers. However, if you experience slow browsing, consider clearing your DNS cache or switching to a different DNS provider.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" \r\n                id=\"accordion-header-post-8920\"\r\n                role=\"button\"\r\n                aria-expanded=\"false\"\r\n                aria-controls=\"accordion-content-post-8920\"\r\n                data-id=\"post-8920\" \r\n                data-item=\"\" \r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\" \r\n                data-tags=\"\"\r\n                tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">How does Private DNS compare to a VPN?<\/div><\/div><div id=\"accordion-content-post-8920\" \r\n                class=\"accordion__body\" \r\n                role=\"region\"\r\n                aria-labelledby=\"accordion-header-post-8920\"\r\n                style=\"background:transparent;\"><p>Private DNS encrypts DNS queries to improve privacy, while a VPN encrypts all internet traffic and routes it through a secure server. 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