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SafeDNS
Herndon, Virginia, United States
What it is
SafeDNS filters internet access at the DNS layer, using AI-based domain categorization and detection of malicious resources. Its ProtectiveDNS service is described as blocking malicious domains and DNS attacks in real time. Business plans list 66 web-filtering categories, including phishing and malware protection, alongside custom blocklists, safe-search controls, schedules, and detailed usage reports. AppBlocker can deny domains linked to services, with more than 80 apps arranged in 11 groups. Agents are available for Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS, while router DNS setup is also supported. SafeDNS offers web access, a REST categorization API, and an SDK using a locally hosted database; the SDK is identified as preferable for deployments of 50,000 users or more. Home plans start at $25.95 per year, and business plans begin at $1.20 per user per month with minimum user counts. A 15-day trial is available, but there is no free plan.
For and against
For
- DNS-layer filtering with malicious-domain detection
- 66 web-filtering categories
- Custom blocklists and safe-search controls
- Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android agents
- 15-day trial available
Against
- No free plan
- Business plans require minimum user counts
- Pricing varies by plan and user count
- Specific security level is not guaranteed
The verdict
SafeDNS offers broad DNS filtering, device coverage, reporting, and business integrations. Buyers should review plan minimums and choose between home, business, API, or SDK deployment options.
Who it suits
SafeDNS is aimed at households, schools, enterprises, SMBs, MSPs, nonprofits, ISPs, WiFi operators, and telecom providers. It suits users needing DNS filtering across devices, routers, or managed infrastructure.
Plans and prices
Basic
minimum 15 users · 66 web filtering categories · phishing and malware protection
Read 4 Oct 2026 · safedns.com
Pro
minimum 25 users · includes Basic features · AppBlocker · schedule
Read 4 Oct 2026 · safedns.com
Pro +
minimum 35 users · includes Pro features · personal manager · priority phone support
Read 4 Oct 2026 · safedns.com
Safe Home
unlimited users · Wi-Fi router filtering · internet usage statistics · 24/7 support
Read 4 Oct 2026 · safedns.com
Safe Family
unlimited users · router filtering and NAT DNS · agents · detailed usage statistics
Read 4 Oct 2026 · safedns.com
On the record
- API and SDK
- SafeDNS offers a cloud based REST categorization API and an SDK with the database located on local servers; the page says the SDK is preferable for 50,000 users and above.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- AppBlocker
- AppBlocker can deny access to domains associated with a service, and SafeDNS lists over 80 available apps grouped into 11 global groups.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Audience
- SafeDNS describes its service for home users, enterprises, SMBs, MSPs, education, nonprofits, ISPs, WiFi, and telecom providers.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Compliance
- SafeDNS describes its filtering as suitable for CIPA and references education compliance rules from IWF, BpjM, and the Canadian Centre for Child Protection, Project Arachnid.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Encryption
- The Pro plan includes a DoH policy that encrypts DNS queries over HTTPS.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The Pro plan includes SafeDNS roaming clients and Active Directory integration, while Pro + includes SIEM integration that sends query logs and security event data to an Amazon S3 bucket every 10 minutes.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Network
- SafeDNS says its global Anycast network uses TIER IV nodes and distributes requests based on client location.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Product
- SafeDNS filters internet access at the DNS layer using AI powered domain categorization and malicious resource detection.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Protection
- SafeDNS says its ProtectiveDNS blocks malicious domains and DNS attacks in real time.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Reporting
- The service offers daily, weekly, and monthly general and detailed internet usage statistics.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- The site advertises 24/7 support; Pro + priority phone support lists a 2 minute SLA response.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Supported devices
- SafeDNS lists agents for Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS; router DNS configuration is also described.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Web filtering
- The business pricing page lists 66 web filtering categories, including protection against phishing, malware, and other threats.safedns.com · read 4 Oct 2026
