# NextDNS — Block Ads, Trackers & Malware

> Encrypts DNS queries on iOS devices, bringing custom blocking and analytics. (iPhone/iPad app by nextdns Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [nextdns Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463342497)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,590 App Store ratings · 326 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and 4 more
- Released: 2019-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498/reviews.md

## What is NextDNS?

NextDNS protects your device from ads, trackers, malware, and other harmful domains while keeping your internet activity private.

All DNS traffic is encrypted, preventing networks and internet providers from seeing or manipulating your DNS queries.

Protection across your device

NextDNS works system-wide across apps and browsers.

• Block ads and trackers automatically
• Protect against malware, phishing, and malicious domains
• Enable parental controls and content filtering
• View analytics, query logs, graphs, and domain details in a native dashboard

Easy setup

Create your NextDNS profile in seconds or connect an existing one.

Your configuration is managed at my.nextdns.io, where you control blocking rules, security settings, and privacy features.

Control on iPhone and iPad

The app lets you manage protection on your device:

• Enable or disable NextDNS anytime
• Temporarily pause protection and resume from a live activity
• Optionally send your device name for easier identification in logs
• Quickly unblock domains from the app
• Exclude trusted Wi-Fi networks
• Exclude specific domains and their subdomains so they use the system DNS resolver

Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://nextdns.io/privacy

## Key features

- Encrypts all DNS queries
- Uses native iOS Encrypted DNS settings
- Apply custom blocking policies
- View traffic analytics and logs
- Configure with your NextDNS account ID

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |


## What do users think of NextDNS?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient DNS service
- 🔒 Robust security and privacy features
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly setup
- 💡 Highly configurable with advanced options
- 🚀 Improves internet speed and performance
- 👍 Effective ad and tracker blocking

**Cons**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Inability to disable on specific Wi-Fi networks
- 🐛 Inconsistent ad blocking performance
- 🔋 High battery drain on mobile devices
- 🐛 Lack of transparency on service status and outages

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch for older iOS devices
- Profiles not working correctly after iOS 15 update
- Inability to remove the DNS profile from the device
- Connectivity issues when used in conjunction with a VPN

**Most requested features**

- Add a quick toggle to enable/disable the service
- Integrate the web dashboard functionality into the app
- Provide more granular control over blocked content
- Implement a timed mode to temporarily disable the service
- Add support for DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 326)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextdns/id1463342498/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I love this!

*2026-08-16, version 3.2.1*

Easy to set up DNS rules to help keep my trusted devices safe!

### 5/5 — Please add the feature back

*2026-08-15, version 3.2.1*

Please bring back the Wi-Fi exclusion feature in the NextDNS iOS app. Previously, I could select my home Wi-Fi and automatically disable NextDNS filtering only on that network, while keeping NextDNS active on cellular data and other Wi-Fi networks.

This was a very useful feature and much easier than manually turning NextDNS on and off every time I come home. Please add “Exclude Trusted Wi-Fi Networks” back to the app. Thank you

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2026-08-01, version 3.2.1*

Thank you

### 5/5 — Really an amazing DNS service

*2026-07-30, version 3.2.1*

Excellent interface and complete flexibility and speed in blocking sites and establishing rewrite rules.

### 5/5 — Goated

*2026-07-28, version 3.2.1*

Best dns only thing is it has a limit but it resets ea ch month so its so good

### 5/5 — Flawless app, makes browsing faster and less distracting

*2026-07-23, version 3.2.0*

This app is amazing.  Quick install, clear instructions, and the web is so much cleaner. Apple News is actually enjoyable, and my devices run smoother during morning news viewing. All this from the free version!

### 1/5 — Is useless don’t waste money

*2026-07-19, version 3.2.0*

I purchased i use 2 days and is use less waste of money. Just find a vpn that offer ads blocker. not need to waste in this app

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2026-07-19, version 3.2.0*

At first it was doing fine! My apps ads were being cut short, which made things more tolerable. However, now it’s not. I downloaded this app last night, and haven’t reached the assigned 300,000 queries limit it has. As I’m typing I’m up to 13,089. I have no explanation for why its stopped working, but I’m very disappointed. 👎

### 5/5 — This is the best

*2026-07-17, version 3.2.0*

5 stars

### 1/5 — This sucks

*2026-07-17, version 3.2.0*

This app is an idiot. I’m reading a zero star.

## Frequently asked questions about NextDNS

### What does the NextDNS app do?

The NextDNS app encrypts all your DNS queries on your iOS device. It allows you to apply your custom NextDNS blocking policies and view analytics and logs of your network traffic directly on your phone.

### How do I set up my blocking policy?

You can set your configuration ID from your NextDNS account in the app's Settings. This will bring your personalized blocking policy, including ad and tracker blocking, to your device.

### Is this app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use. NextDNS offers a free tier for personal use, and you can create an account for free on their website.

### What iOS versions are supported?

The app is designed for iOS 14 and later, utilizing the new native Encrypted DNS settings available on these versions for enhanced privacy and security.

### Can I see my internet activity?

Yes, the app provides Analytics and Logs about your traffic. By connecting your NextDNS account, you can monitor and understand your DNS query activity.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.1 — 2026-07-26

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to keep NextDNS running smoothly.

### 3.2.0 — 2026-05-12

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to keep NextDNS running smoothly.

### 3.1.0 — 2026-04-20

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to keep NextDNS running smoothly.

### 3.0.2 — 2026-04-14

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to keep NextDNS running smoothly.

### 3.0.1 — 2026-04-11

This update includes bug fixes and improvements to keep NextDNS running smoothly.

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