Dnsfilter

Paid

DNS-based protection with intuitive reporting and remote security.

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Starting Price

$1/mo

Type

Saas

Founded

2015

Company

DNSFilter

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About Dnsfilter

DNSFilter is an AI-powered DNS filtering and threat protection solution trusted by over 45,000 organizations worldwide. It blocks malware, phishing, and unwanted content using machine learning to detect threats 10 days faster than traditional feeds. Deployable in minutes without disrupting workflow, DNSFilter offers remote protection via roaming clients for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Chrome. Its Dual Anycast network provides the world's fastest DNS resolution. Additional features include AppAware application blocking, CyberSight user behavior analytics, intuitive Insights Reporting, Universal Lists, website categorization, DNSSEC, and integrations with PSA platforms, Zapier, Active Directory, and SSO. Serving enterprises, MSPs, education, government, non-profits, and public Wi-Fi operators, DNSFilter supports zero-trust and layered cybersecurity.

Key Features

Intuitive Reporting

Remote Protection

Malicious Domain Protection

Domain Categorization

Pros & Cons

Pros

Detects threats 10 days earlier than traditional threat feeds using machine learning
Deploys in minutes without complex hardware or network changes
World's fastest DNS resolver with Dual Anycast network
Protects devices everywhere with roaming clients for all major operating systems
Award-winning protective DNS (Global Infosec Award 2024)
Trusted by 45,000+ organizations and 6,000+ MSP partners
Transparent pricing with free trial available
Machine learning-driven categorization covers billions of domains

Cons

DNS-level solution may not block threats that bypass DNS (e.g., direct IP connections or encrypted DNS)
Requires per-license pricing with minimum annual commitments
Some advanced features (e.g., iOS/Android roaming, longer log retention) are only in higher tiers
Roaming clients rely on internet connectivity; offline protection limited

Best For

Network Administrators: Implementing protective DNS to safeguard the network from malicious websites.IT Managers: Employing content filtering to ensure compliant internet usage within the organization.Public Venue Operators: Securing public Wi-Fi networks to protect guests and patrons from online threats.Cybersecurity Professionals: Enhancing cyber defense mechanisms through DNS-based threat protection.School IT Departments: Protecting students and staff by filtering harmful or inappropriate content.Enterprise IT Teams: Ensuring enterprise network security with comprehensive domain protection.Remote Workforces: Maintaining security for employees working remotely with remote protection features.Healthcare IT: Safeguarding patient data and systems from online threats with robust DNS filtering.Financial Institutions: Protecting sensitive financial data from cyber threats through domain protection.Manufacturing Sector: Securing industrial control systems and networks against cyber attacks.