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OpenDNS

🇺🇸US Company

by Cisco

OpenDNS by Cisco enhances your internet security and performance by providing fast, reliable DNS resolution. Protect your network from online threats and customize web filtering with easy-to-use controls.

EU Alternatives to OpenDNS

3 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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Quad9

🇨🇭

by Quad9

Quad9 is a European cybersecurity service that provides a free DNS resolver to enhance internet security and privacy. By blocking access to malicious sites, it protects users from cyber threats. The service is easy to set up on various devices and networks, ensuring safer browsing without compromising speed or performance. Visit https://quad9.net for more information.

EU-BasedSwiss hostedOpen SourceGDPR Compliant
Migration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • Quad9 blocks access to known malicious domains, enhancing security.
  • Quad9 servers are EU-based, ensuring GDPR compliance for EU users.
  • Quad9 offers optional end-to-end encryption for DNS queries.

Consider

  • Migration may require reconfiguring network settings on devices.
  • Quad9 lacks some advanced features available in OpenDNS, like filtering.
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dns0.eu

🇪🇺

by dns0.eu

dns0.eu is a European-based DNS management service that provides reliable domain name resolution. With an intuitive interface, users can easily manage their DNS records, ensuring efficient website accessibility and email delivery. The platform supports various record types and offers robust security features to protect against DNS attacks.

EU-hostedGDPR Compliant
Migration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • dns0.eu servers are located in the EU, ensuring GDPR compliance.
  • dns0.eu offers optional end-to-end encryption for enhanced security.
  • Switching to dns0.eu supports local EU businesses over US corporations.

Consider

  • OpenDNS has a larger user base, leading to more community support.
  • Migration may involve reconfiguring network settings and devices.
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Mullvad DNS

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by Mullvad DNS

Mullvad DNS is a secure, privacy-focused DNS resolver provided by the Swedish company Mullvad. It supports DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS, ensuring encrypted communication for your DNS queries. This service helps prevent data tracking and enhances your online privacy while browsing.

EU-BasedOpen SourceGDPR CompliantEU-hosted
Migration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • Mullvad DNS servers are located in Sweden, ensuring EU data protection.
  • Full GDPR compliance enhances user privacy and data rights.
  • Optional end-to-end encryption protects DNS queries from eavesdropping.

Consider

  • Migration may require reconfiguring devices for new DNS settings.
  • Mullvad lacks some advanced features found in OpenDNS, like phishing protection.

Why switch from OpenDNS?

US CLOUD Act

US authorities can access your data stored by US companies, even if stored in Europe.

Privacy Concerns

US companies may collect and use your data in ways not compliant with EU standards.

EU Alternatives

EU-based services must comply with GDPR, giving you stronger privacy protections.

Other DNS Services you might want to replace

Ready to switch to a privacy-focused alternative?

Protect your data by moving to an EU-based service. Our migration guides make switching easy.