What is Comodo Secure DNS?
Comodo Secure DNS is a free Domain Name System (DNS) service offered by Comodo. It provides the core functionality of a DNS service - converting website names into IP addresses to connect your devices to internet services. However, Comodo Secure DNS routes your DNS queries through Comodo's proprietary Secure DNS servers which include additional security measures to help protect you when browsing the web.
Some key features of Comodo Secure DNS include:
- Protection against malware and phishing sites - Comodo maintains a regularly updated blacklist of malicious websites known to spread malware or steal personal information. If you attempt to access a website on this list, Comodo Secure DNS will block the connection.
- Fast performance - Comodo claims its Secure DNS servers offer connection speeds up to 80% faster than alternatives.
- Bypasses content restrictions - Gets around geographical content blocking restrictions when traveling or censorship controls in certain countries.
- No logging of user data - Comodo states that it does not keep records of the sites you visit for privacy reasons.
As it reroutes all your DNS requests through Comodo's infrastructure, using Comodo Secure DNS means placing a higher level of trust in Comodo. But for many who prioritize security and privacy while web browsing, its features are appealing. Setup only requires changing your device or router DNS settings to point to Comodo's DNS servers.
1.1.1.1, Blokada, AdGuard DNS, NextDNS, Cisco Umbrella, Google Public DNS, CleanBrowsing, Quad9, OpenNIC, DNSCrypt Protocol, AhaDNS, Squidblacklist, Verisign Public DNS, Scrubit are some alternatives to Comodo Secure DNS.