Hi, I’m Techie Sanan, a tech enthusiast and content creator with a passion for simplifying technology. In this article, I’ll show you how to block ads on your iPhone using DNS (Domain Name System) settings. This is a simple and effective way to enjoy a better and faster browsing experience on your mobile device.
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What is DNS and How Does It Block Ads?
DNS is a system that translates web addresses into IP addresses. For example, when you type in www.google.com, DNS converts it into 204.79.197.200, which is the IP address of Bing’s server. This allows your device to connect to the website.
By changing your DNS settings, you can block ads on your iPhone by preventing it from connecting to servers that deliver ads. Instead of using the default DNS servers provided by your internet service provider (ISP), you can use custom DNS servers that filter out ads and other unwanted content.
How to Change Your DNS Settings on Your iPhone
Changing your DNS settings on your iPhone is easy and takes only a few minutes. Here are the steps you need to follow:
- Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
- Tap on “Wi-Fi” and find the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to.
- Tap the (i) icon next to the network name.
- Scroll down to the “DNS” section and tap on “Configure DNS.”
- Tap on “Manual” to enter custom DNS server addresses.
- Delete any existing DNS server addresses by tapping the red minus sign next to them.
- Add new DNS server addresses by tapping the green plus sign.
- You can use any of the popular DNS-based ad blockers available online. Here are two of them:
- AdGuard DNS: Enter “176.103.130.130” and “176.103.130.131” as your DNS server addresses.
- OpenDNS: Enter “208.67.222.123” and “208.67.220.123” as your DNS server addresses.
- Tap “Save” to apply the changes.
How to Restart Your iPhone (optional)
To make sure that the new DNS settings take effect, you need to restart your iPhone. Here’s how:
- Press and hold the power button until you see a slider appear on the screen.
- Swipe the slider to turn off your iPhone.
- Wait for a few seconds and then press and hold the power button again until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen.
- Your iPhone will restart with the new DNS settings activated.
Troubleshooting Tips
Using DNS to block ads on your iPhone is generally safe and effective, but it may also cause some issues with certain websites or apps that rely on ads for their functionality or revenue. Here are some tips to troubleshoot any problems you may encounter:
- If you want to restore your default DNS settings, go back to the “DNS” section under your Wi-Fi network settings and select “Automatic.”
- If some websites or apps don’t load properly or show error messages, try adding them to the whitelist of your DNS-based ad blocker. This will allow them to bypass the ad blocking filter and load normally.
- If you experience slow internet speed or connection issues, try switching to a different DNS-based ad blocker or use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) app that also blocks ads.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can block ads on your iPhone using DNS settings and enjoy a smoother and faster browsing experience on your mobile device. If you found this article helpful, please share it with your friends and family who may also benefit from it. And don’t forget to subscribe to my channel for more tech tips, apps, games, reviews, troubleshooting solutions, and the latest tech trends. Thanks for reading!