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Spec score 8.0 #12 of 60 in DNS Filtering Services

What it is

CleanBrowsing is a DNS-based content-filtering service for restricting access to explicit material and categories such as gambling, torrents, gaming, and social media. Its resolver filters fully qualified domain names, and its anycast network has more than 50 data centers. The service uses a proprietary machine-learning platform to find and classify new domains. DNSCrypt, DNS-over-TLS, and DNS-over-HTTPS are supported by default, while DNSSEC is enforced and validated. Free public filters do not log personally identifiable information tied to DNS requests; paid customers can choose their logging level. Paid plans add custom domain rules, TLD blocking, device profiles with different filtering rules, and an option to block all internet access. Activity logging supports searches by domain, profile, and day. Apps are available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android, and devices can also be configured manually with DNS settings. Listed platforms include Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, Windows, and API. There is a free plan; paid pricing is listed from $75/yr, while monthly plans start at $8.99 a month. Self-service plans do not include a trial.

Spec sheet

What it does
CleanBrowsing is a DNS-based content-filtering service that limits explicit content and categories such as gambling, torrents, gaming, and social media.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Integrations
Official integration guides cover Mosyle, Google Workspace Chrome, Microsoft Intune, Active Directory, the REST API, NordVPN, and ProtonVPN.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Privacy
Free public filters do not log personally identifiable information tied to DNS requests, while paid customers can choose their logging level.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Support
Support is provided by email at [email protected], with a typical response time of within 8 hours.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Headquarters
Fully remote; no physical office or headquartersRead 28 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Activity visibility
The logging feature provides domain activity search, profile filtering, and day-based searching.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Custom rules
Paid filtering includes custom allow and block domains, TLD blocking, and an option to block all internet access.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Device support
CleanBrowsing offers apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android and can also be configured manually on devices with DNS settings.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Encrypted DNS
DNSCrypt, DNS-over-TLS, and DNS-over-HTTPS are supported by default, and DNSSEC is enforced and validated.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Filtering scope
The DNS resolver is limited to filtering fully qualified domain names.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Network
CleanBrowsing operates an anycast network with more than 50 data centers and uses a proprietary machine-learning platform to discover and classify new domains.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Profiles
Paid plans let administrators group devices into profiles with different filtering rules, with Basic supporting 3 profiles, Pro 50 supporting 5, and Pro 100 supporting 10.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Trial policy
CleanBrowsing says it does not offer a trial on self-service plans and instead offers monthly subscriptions that can be canceled and refunded if needs are not met.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Windows app
The Windows desktop app configures DNS filtering on all network interfaces, installs a local DNSCrypt proxy, monitors network changes, detects DNS tampering, and detects captive portals.Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org

Plans and prices

Basic $8.99 a month Monthly Up to 25 devices or 3.75 M requests/month · 26+ custom filters · 20+ predefined platforms · 5 networks · 5 dynamic devices · 3 profiles · 100 allowed domains · 500 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Pro 50 $15 a month Monthly Up to 50 devices or 7.5 M requests/month · Includes Basic · 10 networks · 10 dynamic devices · 5 profiles · 250 allowed domains · 1000 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Pro 100 $30 a month Monthly Up to 100 devices or 15 M requests/month · Includes Pro 50 and Basic · API access · 25 networks · 25 dynamic devices · 10 profiles · 500 allowed domains · 1500 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Basic $75 a year Yearly Up to 25 devices or 3.75 M requests/month · 26+ custom filters · 20+ predefined platforms · 5 networks · 5 dynamic devices · 3 profiles · 100 allowed domains · 500 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Pro 50 $150 a year Yearly Up to 50 devices or 7.5 M requests/month · Includes Basic · 10 networks · 10 dynamic devices · 5 profiles · 250 allowed domains · 1000 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Pro 100 $300 a year Yearly Up to 100 devices or 15 M requests/month · Includes Pro 50 and Basic · API access · 25 networks · 25 dynamic devices · 10 profiles · 500 allowed domains · 1500 blocked domains Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org
Custom Priced on request 15 M+ requests/month · More than 100 devices · Custom needs · Integration with existing systems Read 30 Sep 2026 · cleanbrowsing.org

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free public filters omit personally identifiable DNS logs.
  • Supports DNSCrypt, DNS-over-TLS, DNS-over-HTTPS, and DNSSEC.
  • Paid plans include custom rules and device profiles.
  • Official guides cover major device-management and VPN integrations.

Limits

  • Filtering is limited to fully qualified domain names.
  • Self-service plans have no trial.
  • Paid monthly plans start at $8.99 a month.

Who it suits

CleanBrowsing suits households or administrators who want DNS-level content filtering across supported devices. Paid profiles, custom rules, activity searches, and integrations may suit organizations managing different groups or systems.

Verdict

CleanBrowsing offers DNS-level filtering with encrypted DNS options and a free public-filter tier. Its scope is limited to fully qualified domain names, and paid plans add configurable rules, profiles, and activity visibility.

Where Specifiction places it

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