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DeCloudUs DNS vs OpenDNS FamilyShield

DeCloudUs DNS

decloudus.com

OpenDNS FamilyShield

opendns.com

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FigureDeCloudUs DNSOpenDNS FamilyShield
Price from$0.49/moFree
Free planYesYes
Free trialYes—
Open source——
WebYesYes
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
LinuxYesYes
iOSYesYes
AndroidYesYes
APIYes—
Plans published31
Spec score · DNS Filtering Services8.4 (#8)7.6 (#28)

Plans

DeCloudUs DNS

  • FreeFree
  • Premium$5.94 a year
  • Premium Plus$11.88 a year

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OpenDNS FamilyShield

  • OpenDNS Family ShieldFree

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In their own words

DeCloudUs DNS

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OpenDNS FamilyShield

OpenDNS FamilyShield is a free DNS service for home networks, preconfigured to block adult content. Its parental controls are intended to protect devices throughout the home, and the service includes protection against malicious phishing. Settings can apply to laptops, smartphones, tablets, DVRs, game consoles, TVs, and other devices connected to the home network. Setup involves configuring devices to use the FamilyShield DNS nameservers, with the guide recommending a home router so connected devices can use the settings. The listed nameservers are 208.67.222.123 and 208.67.220.123. A setup link checks whether DNS configuration is working. FamilyShield requires no sign-up and is listed for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. OpenDNS provides support forums and documentation, including deployment walkthroughs and API guides. The plan is listed at free. Use is subject to the OpenDNS Terms of Service and Cisco Online Privacy Statement.

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