Oh OK, this makes sense now. I use the PrivacyGuides DNS resolvers list :
https://privacyguides.org/en/dns
It includes Quad9, Mullvad DNS and NextDNS (which are already included in the script) and I will add Cloudflare, ControlD and AdGuard soon (which are present in the PG website I linked.)
Hello everyone!
Disclaimer : I'm the creator of the project! ----------
Project : https://github.com/rollsicecream/privacy-dns-chooser
I have released the version 1.0 of what I call The Privacy DNS Chooser Script. This very simple but very easy to use CLI script allows you to choose Quad9, Mullvad DNS and NextDNS (more coming soon!) and use them on Linux with the systemd-resolved package (which is nowadays installed on all Linux distros, except Debian).
One of the cool features of the script is an NextDNS integration. This means that when the user chooses NextDNS to use it, the script will ask him to enter his configuration number (e.g. a12345)
Also, if you are in trouble (like if your Internet’s not working anymore after running the script). There’s a “rescue script” which will recover /etc/systemd/resolved.conf to his default state. Thus recovering your internet connection.
Why did I make this script? Well, I think on Linux, we are very late when it comes to setting up a DNS provider. We can only set up an IP address as an DNS while on Windows 11 and macOS Ventura, we have the ability to use DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS which are way more secure ways of using DNS, directly into a GUI. Where on Linux, the only way to do that is via, you guessed it : /etc/systemd/resolved.conf a.k.a. systemd-resolved.
Upcoming features for the script :
- Add Support for AdGuard (should come out at the end of the year)
- Add options for the user to choose the Ad, Tracker and Malware blocking version of Mullvad DNS or the standard non-blocking DNS (Early January 2024)
- Add Cloudflare and ControlD support (March/April 2024)
Thanks!
By just putting a number : 1 for Quad9, 2 for Mullvad DNS and 3 for NextDNS.
I have edited the release page for the alpha. I have modified the file to correct a bug and add the deletion of the backup file when the operation is finished and also restart systemd-resolved service.
Ok. I will see that! If you have a GitHub account. You can make an issue right now, so tracking the issue would be better for me. Or I could do that myself.
Edit : I have made a prototype that I could release it soon as an alpha. When it gets released, your goal is to test in a place where captive portals are present. Sadly, the script won't be automatic but requires user interaction.
Edit 2 : it is now available as alpha on the releases page.
Hello! That's something that I should keep an eye on! When speaking about Captive Portals, I just assume everyone uses 4G/5G (which doesn't require these portals to be used) instead of open networks. My script already has DNSSEC disabled since it has caused some problems during testing. BTW, just a question : Are these portals very common? I haven't seen one since years now.
Disclaimer : I'm the author of this project.
🚀 Privacy DNS Chooser Script v1.0 "Snow Breeze" Released!
Project source code : https://github.com/rollsicecream/privacy-dns-chooser
Dear Community,
I'm thrilled to announce the official release of the Privacy DNS Chooser Script v1.0, code-named "Snow Breeze"! This marks a significant milestone in my journey to simplify the process of enabling DNS-over-TLS with privacy-focused DNS providers on Linux systems using systemd-resolved.
Key Highlights:
- User-Friendly Setup: Easily configure DNS-over-TLS with a seamless and intuitive CLI Interface
- Privacy-Focused Providers: Choose from trusted DNS providers like Quad9, Mullvad DNS, and NextDNS (more coming soon!)
- Enhanced Security: DNS-over-TLS is enabled by default for a more secure online experience.
How to Get Started:
- Ensure you have systemd-resolved installed on your Linux system.
- Download the script from GitHub.
- Run the script with sudo to set up your preferred DNS provider.
Your Feedback Matters: We value your feedback! Share your experience, report issues, or suggest improvements on GitHub Issues. Your insights help us refine and enhance the Privacy DNS Chooser Script.
Spread the Word: Help us reach more users by sharing the news! Talk about it, share on your favorite forums, and let your community know about the release.
Thank you!
Disclaimer : I'm the author of this project.
🚀 Privacy DNS Chooser Script v1.0 "Snow Breeze" Release!
Project source code : https://github.com/rollsicecream/privacy-dns-chooser
Dear Community,
I'm thrilled to announce the official release of the Privacy DNS Chooser Script v1.0, code-named "Snow Breeze"! This marks a significant milestone in my journey to simplify the process of enabling DNS-over-TLS with privacy-focused DNS providers on Linux systems using systemd-resolved.
Key Highlights:
- User-Friendly Setup: Easily configure DNS-over-TLS with a seamless and intuitive CLI Interface
- Privacy-Focused Providers: Choose from trusted DNS providers like Quad9, Mullvad DNS, and NextDNS (more coming soon!)
- Enhanced Security: DNS-over-TLS is enabled by default for a more secure online experience.
How to Get Started:
- Ensure you have systemd-resolved installed on your Linux system.
- Download the script from GitHub.
- Run the script with sudo to set up your preferred DNS provider.
Your Feedback Matters:
We value your feedback! Share your experience, report issues, or suggest improvements on GitHub Issues. Your insights help us refine and enhance the Privacy DNS Chooser Script.
Spread the Word:
Help us reach more users by sharing the news! Talk about it, share on your favorite forums, and let your community know about the release.