Speed, Security, Simplicity: How to Change Your DNS Server in Windows

If you’re looking to sharpen your web experience—be it faster page loading, enhanced privacy, or tighter parental controls—changing your DNS server in Windows is a simple tweak with powerful results. Here’s a quick guide to help you unlock the benefits by switching from your ISP’s default DNS to a provider like OpenDNS, Google DNS, or Cloudflare

⚙️ Step-by-Step: Changing Your DNS Settings in Windows 11

1. Open Network Settings
   • Right-click the network icon in your system tray.
   • Select “Network & Internet settings.”
2. Access Adapter Settings
   • Scroll down and click “Advanced network settings.”
   • Under “Related settings,” choose “More network adapter options.”
   • Right-click your active network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) and choose “Properties.”
3. Modify DNS Settings
   • Double-click on “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).”
   • Choose “Use the following DNS server addresses.”
   • Enter your preferred DNS:
   • OpenDNS: 208.67.222.222 and 208.67.220.220
   • Google DNS: 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4
   • Cloudflare DNS: 1.1.1.1 and 1.0.0.1
4. Apply & Restart – good luck 🙂

I personally use Open DNS.