Protection Features
DNS4IN provides comprehensive DNS security and privacy protection for all users
DNSSEC Validation
Cryptographic authentication of DNS responses, protecting against DNS spoofing and cache poisoning attacks
Advanced Blocklist
Blocks 130,000+ domains including ads, trackers, malware, phishing sites, and scam domains. Updated daily
Threat Intelligence Feeds
Advanced threat protection blocking malicious domains from multiple threat intelligence sources
Encrypted DNS Protocols
DNS-over-TLS (DoT) and DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) support for encrypted, private DNS queries
Zero Logging Policy
No query logs, no tracking, complete privacy for all DNS requests
RPZ-Based Blocking
Response Policy Zones for standards-compliant, efficient DNS filtering with NXDOMAIN responses
Automatic Daily Updates
All blocklists refresh automatically every 24 hours to protect against emerging threats
Query Name Minimization
Enhanced privacy by sending only necessary information to upstream DNS servers
RAM-Only Operation
All data stored in memory for maximum speed and security with no disk writes
Extended DNS Errors
Supports EDE (RFC 8914) providing detailed error information for better troubleshooting
Serve-Stale Support
Returns cached data when upstream servers are unavailable, ensuring continuous service
Smart Caching
Intelligent cache management with optimized TTL handling for faster response times
No EDNS Client Subnet
Does not reveal your IP subnet to upstream servers, protecting your location privacy
Key Compliance & Standards
DNS4IN is built on industry-standard protocols and complies with international privacy regulations
Detailed error information for better diagnostics
Continued service during upstream failures
Enhanced privacy in DNS queries
Encrypted DNS transport layer
DNS queries over secure HTTPS
DNS Security Extensions
No personal data storage or tracking
DNS4IN key values
India's Digital Sovereignty
DNS4IN aims to keep users' data within India's digital space to support its digital independence and sovereignty.
Regional Threat Intelligence
DNS4IN provides real-time regional threat intelligence. A malicious threat discovered in one state is blocked across multiple states or regions, preventing its spread.
Privacy & Compliance
Citizens of India are provided with DNS resolution processed within India, to adhere to highest privacy standards, including Indian data privacy regulations.
Enhanced Security
The consortium combines multiple cybersecurity experts from different Indian states that will work together to provide the safest DNS resolution.
Get Started with DNS4IN
Configure your device to use DNS4IN for private, encrypted DNS queries
DNS Server Details
DNS-over-TLS (DoT)
dns.joindns4.inDNS-over-HTTPS (DoH)
https://dns.joindns4.in/dns-queryPlain DNS (if needed)
143.110.176.185or68.183.246.1612400:6180:100:d0::c7e3:6001Android Setup
Using Private DNS (DNS-over-TLS)
- Open Settings on your Android device
- Navigate to Network & Internet
- Tap on Private DNS
- Select Private DNS provider hostname
- Enter:
dns.joindns4.in - Tap Save
Note: Private DNS is available on Android 9 (Pie) and later versions.
Roadmap
Our journey to building India's secure DNS
First Available
October 20, 2025 (Diwali)
Initial launch with core DNS resolution, DNSSEC validation, and encrypted protocols.
Geographic Expansion
December 2025 (Christmas)
More Indian Geolocations
Expansion across India for improved latency and redundancy.