ZDNET recommends 6 free secure DNS services for encrypted web browsing
Tech expert Jack Wallen shares his trusted picks for private DNS, including Google and Cloudflare.
Deep Dive
ZDNET contributor Jack Wallen tested and recommends six free secure DNS services to encrypt web traffic and enhance privacy. Key picks include Google Public DNS (8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4) and Cloudflare DNS (1.1.1.1, 1.0.0.1), which use DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and TLS (DoT) to prevent ISPs and snoopers from viewing your browsing activity. Users can implement these on PCs and mobile devices for an essential security layer.
Why It Matters
Secure DNS is a critical, often overlooked layer for protecting online privacy from ISPs and network eavesdroppers.