Best Encrypted Dns Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated August 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good encrypted dns apps. We benchmark 249+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Encrypted Dns Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Encrypted DNSEncrypted DNSFree3.8★ (6)NoNoJul 2026
2DNS Armor™DNS Armor™FreeNoNoJun 2026
3NetShade DNSNetShade DNSFree4.8★ (47)NoYesAug 2026
4DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPNDNS & IP Changer - Secure VPNFree4.8★ (12K)YesYesAug 2026
5DNS Forge: Private & SecureDNS Forge: Private & Secure$2.99NoNoAug 2026
6NextDNSNextDNSFree4.5★ (1.6K)NoYesAug 2026
7DNS ConfiguratorDNS ConfiguratorFree3.6★ (16)NoNoJul 2026
8xFlow DNSxFlow DNSFreeNoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Encrypted Dns

NetShade DNS#3

NetShade DNS by Rayner Software LLC

Fast, easy DNS encryption.
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.8(47 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
NetShade DNS screenshot 1
NetShade DNS screenshot 2

Protect your online privacy by encrypting your DNS queries. This app prevents marketers and hackers from tracking your internet activity by securing your connection.

More Encrypted Dns apps to explore

4
DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPN
DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPN
DNS & IP Changer - Secure VPN
High Speed - VPN & Proxy & DNS
Free

Easily change your device's DNS settings for faster browsing and a better online gaming experience. It also offers a secure VPN option for enhanced privacy and protection on public Wi-Fi.

Change DNS settingsSecure VPN connectionDNS Speed Test
🔧 Utilities
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
5
DNS Forge: Private & Secure
DNS Forge: Private & Secure
DNS Forge: Private & Secure
Encrypted DNS & Diagnostics
$2.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
6
NextDNS
NextDNS
NextDNS
Block Ads, Trackers & Malware
Free

Encrypt all your DNS queries across all networks with this app. It leverages native iOS settings to bring your custom blocking policies and traffic analytics directly to your phone. Easily set up your configuration ID to enhance your online privacy and security.

Encrypts all DNS queriesUses native iOS Encrypted DNS settingsApply custom blocking policies
🔧 Utilities
(1.6K)
free
7
DNS Configurator
DNS Configurator
DNS Configurator
by Takahiko Inayama
Free

Configure your device to use public DNS services with DNS over HTTPS (DoH). This app leverages iOS 14's default resolver for enhanced privacy and security.

Use public DNS servicesConfigure DNS over HTTPS (DoH)Utilizes iOS 14 default resolver
🔧 Utilities
(16)
free
8
xFlow DNS
xFlow DNS
xFlow DNS
by YTRRE, INC
Free
🏥 Medical
(0)
9
DNS Override
DNS Override
DNS Override
Set DNS for Wi-Fi and cellular
Free

Easily change DNS server settings on your iPhone or iPad for both Wi-Fi and cellular networks. This app offers various DNS providers, supports encrypted connections, and helps filter content, block ads, and access restricted sites.

Change DNS for Wi-Fi and cellularMultiple DNS and SmartDNS providersDNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS support
🔧 Utilities
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
DNS Shield
DNS Shield
DNS Shield
Encrypted - No logging DNS
$1.99

Encrypt your DNS queries and use no-logging servers to safeguard your online presence across all your Apple devices. Easily configure settings, switch servers, and benefit from system-wide protection without needing a VPN. It helps minimize contact with harmful sites and updates DNS providers automatically.

Encrypts DNS queriesNo-logging DNS serversEase of configuration
🔧 Utilities
(4)
paid
11
Secure DNS & Firewall
Secure DNS & Firewall
Secure DNS & Firewall
Encrypted DNS and firewall
Free

Encrypts DNS queries for enhanced privacy and security. It blocks ads, trackers, and malicious sites with customizable rules, offering a safer browsing experience. View your DNS query history for insights and control.

Encrypted DNS over HTTPS (DoH)Customizable domain block listPredefined blocked categories
📊 Productivity
(22)
free with in-app purchases
12
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
ISC DNS Checker
by Internet Systems Consortium, Inc.
Free

This application tests recursive DNS servers for compliance with current DNS protocol specifications, particularly EDNS(0). It can automatically detect your device's DNS servers or allow manual IP address input for testing. Both IPv4 and IPv6 are supported.

Tests DNSSEC complianceTests EDNS(0) conformanceAutomatic DNS server detection
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
13
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
NetBuddy DNS Sniffer
Easily Visualize DNS Hierarchy
$1.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
NS3 - DNS Security & Privacy
NS3 - DNS Security & Privacy
NS3 - DNS Security & Privacy
Enhance Privacy and Speed
Free

This app automatically intercepts and encrypts all DNS requests using various modern protocols for enhanced privacy and security. It provides real-time monitoring of app internet activity, offering a simple, user-friendly experience to protect your online traffic.

Comprehensive protocol support (DoH, DoH3, DoT, DoQ, DNSCrypt)Automatic DNS request interceptionEnhanced internet privacy and security
🔧 Utilities
(2)
free
15
xiaoman - dns
xiaoman - dns
xiaoman - dns
by DE EASTRISE BPO SDN. BHD.
Free

This DNS client tool allows developers to customize and manage DNS functionalities. It supports multiple transmission protocols, a hosts whitelist, and manual DNS server settings. The app also includes DNS request caching for faster access and IPv6 support.

Multiple transmission protocols (TCP, UDP, TLS, HTTP)Hosts whitelist supportManual DNS server settings
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
16
DNSecure
DNSecure
DNSecure
by Kenta Kubo
Free

Configure encrypted DNS services system-wide on your iOS or iPadOS device. Supports DNS-over-TLS and DNS-over-HTTPS protocols for enhanced privacy and security. Easily select or add your preferred DNS servers.

Encrypted DNS configurationSystem-wide DNS usageDNS-over-TLS support
🔧 Utilities
(89)
free
17
Flow: DNS Manager
Flow: DNS Manager
Flow: DNS Manager
Block Ads, Trackers & Malware
Free
$6.99 | 100% OFF

Take control of your internet connection system-wide. This app replaces your carrier's default DNS with a faster, smarter one, blocking ads, trackers, and malware without needing a VPN. Choose from multiple DNS providers for enhanced privacy and speed.

System-wide DNS filteringBlock ads, trackers, and malwareChoose from 8 DNS providers
🔧 Utilities
(13)
freemium
18
DNS ugunsmūris
DNS ugunsmūris
DNS ugunsmūris
by CERT.LV
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
PapiDNS – Manage External DNS
PapiDNS – Manage External DNS
PapiDNS – Manage External DNS
Secure Godaddy DNS Management
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
20
imjaDNS
imjaDNS
imjaDNS
Custom DNS profiles for you
$0.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Encrypted Dns

What are the best encrypted dns apps for iPhone?
Encrypted DNS tops our encrypted dns apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.8-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 16 of the top encrypted dns apps we rank are free to download, including Encrypted DNS and DNS Armor™.
Encrypted DNS has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ encrypted dns apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Encrypted DNS is a utility app designed to add an extra security layer to your network browsing. It blocks access to known cyber threats at the DNS level, using intelligence from CERT-EE.
Encrypted DNS is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.