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RethinkDNS & Firewall

RethinkDNS & Firewall

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Secure and private DNS resolver with custom rules and firewall for Android

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RethinkDNS is a free and open-source DNS resolver with a companion firewall app for Android, providing features like content blocking, anti-censorship, and monitoring to ensure a safer and more open internet experience.

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RethinkDNS offers a range of features, including a firewall that prevents apps from connecting to the internet, content blocking to stop ads, trackers, and malware, and anti-censorship capabilities to circumvent internet censorship. The app also provides monitoring features, keeping tabs on incoming and outgoing internet traffic and flagging suspicious connections. With over 190 pre-defined blocklists and 1 million entries in the default blocklist, RethinkDNS provides a comprehensive solution for Android users. The app is highly available, with servers in over 300 locations worldwide, and is part of the Mozilla Builders MVP program. Technical implementation details include the use of DNS-over-HTTPS and a virtual private network to tunnel network traffic. Specific use cases include blocking ads and trackers, evading internet censorship, and monitoring app activity. Unique differentiators include the app's free and open-source nature, as well as its comprehensive feature set and high availability.

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Open Source
Accepts Crypto
No KYC Required
Security Audited
Android App
iOS App

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