Google Public DNS
The most widely used open resolver. It does no content filtering.
| Operator | |
|---|---|
| Type | Public DNS service |
| IPv4 addresses | 8.8.8.8 8.8.4.4 |
| IPv6 addresses | 2001:4860:4860::8888 2001:4860:4860::8844 |
| Filtering | None |
| DNS over HTTPS | https://dns.google/dns-query |
| DNS over TLS | dns.google |
Live response test
Sends a real DNS query to the provider from our server, over DNS over HTTPS where the provider supports it. This shows whether the resolver is answering now and how fast it is from our location, not from yours.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Google Public DNS server addresses?
The IPv4 addresses are 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4. The IPv6 addresses are 2001:4860:4860::8888 and 2001:4860:4860::8844.
Is Google Public DNS free?
Yes. Anyone can use 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 at no cost and without an account.
Does Google DNS block anything?
No. It returns the real answer for every name, so it does not block malware, ads or adult sites. Use a filtering resolver for that.
What does Google do with the queries?
Google publishes the details of what it logs and for how long in the Google Public DNS privacy policy. Read it before choosing it if privacy is your priority.
Does Google Public DNS support encrypted DNS?
Yes: DNS over HTTPS at https://dns.google/dns-query and DNS over TLS at dns.google.