Yandex DNS

Spec sheet

Purpose

Yandex DNS directs DNS requests to Yandex servers and blocks adult-only and dangerous websites.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Support

Users can report a suspected mistaken block, but Yandex does not guarantee that it will change its algorithms or remove a site from a blocked list.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yandex.com

Headquarters

Moscow, RussiaRead 28 Sep 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Founded

2000Read 28 Sep 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Availability claim

Yandex states that its DNS servers are available 99.99% of the time.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Botnet protection

Yandex says it blocks botnets by interrupting their communication with controlling servers and receives related data from partners.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Data handling

The terms say Yandex may automatically and anonymously collect device type and model, operating system type, visited domain names, usage statistics, and technical information.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yandex.com

Encrypted DNS

The service lists DNS-over-HTTPS and DNS-over-TLS endpoints for its modes, including Android Private DNS support.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Family filtering

Family mode blocks adult websites and ads, and removes adult content from Yandex search results.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Fraud protection

Yandex says it blocks websites with malicious code that may steal data or trick visitors into paid subscriptions.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Malware protection

Safe mode blocks dangerous websites using a database of infected websites that is updated daily.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Modes

The service offers Basic, Safe, and Family modes with different levels of protection.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Service scope

Yandex DNS does not manage website DNS records, according to its support page.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yandex.com

Setup options

Yandex says DNS can be configured on computers, mobile devices, and home networks, and lists Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Android, iOS, and router setup guides.Read 11 Oct 2026 · dns.yandex.com

Use restriction

The terms provide the service for personal noncommercial use; other use requires Yandex’s prior written consent.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yandex.com

Windows limit

The setup guide says DoH is available only in Windows 11.Read 11 Oct 2026 · yandex.com

Plans and prices

Every Yandex DNS plan and price →

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