Configuring DoH (DNS over HTTPS) in Windows 11 for Webvault Customers
Introduction to DNS over HTTPS (DoH)
DNS over HTTPS (DoH) is a protocol that encrypts DNS queries, enhancing privacy and security by preventing third parties from monitoring or tampering with DNS requests. Instead of transmitting queries in plain text over UDP or TCP, DoH uses HTTPS to encrypt DNS traffic, making it more resilient to interception and manipulation.
Webvault provides secure DNS resolvers that support DoH, allowing customers to enhance their online privacy while benefiting from fast and reliable DNS resolution.
Configuring DoH in Windows 11
To configure Windows 11 to use Webvault's DoH DNS servers, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Network Settings
Click the Start Menu and open Settings.
Navigate to Network & Internet.
Click Ethernet (for wired connections) or Wi-Fi (for wireless connections).
Click Edit under DNS server assignment.
Step 2: Set Up Webvault's DNS Servers with DoH
Change the setting to Manual.
Enable both IPv4 and IPv6 options.
Enter the following Webvault DNS server addresses:
IPv4 DNS Servers:
103.4.173.226103.4.172.75
IPv6 DNS Servers:
2001:DF0:26B:10::1042001:DF0:26B:10::304
For each entry, enable DNS over HTTPS (DoH).
In the Preferred DNS encryption dropdown, select Encrypted only (DNS over HTTPS).
Step 3: Save and Apply the Configuration
Click Save to apply the settings.
Restart your computer to ensure the changes take effect.
Step 4: Verify DoH is Active
To confirm that DoH is working correctly:
Open Command Prompt and run:
nslookup example.comEnsure the response is coming from Webvault’s DNS servers.
Visit https://1.1.1.1/help to check if DNS over HTTPS is enabled.
Webvault DoH Server URLs
If your application or browser requires direct DoH URLs, use the following:
By enabling DoH with Webvault's DNS servers, you enhance your security and privacy while maintaining high-performance DNS resolution.