Pubhole

The Public DNS Sinkhole

Pubhole is a free and open public DNS sinkhole designed to block malicious domains, ads, trackers, and unwanted content at the network level. By simply changing your DNS settings, you can enhance your online privacy and security.

How It Works

When a device queries a blocked domain, Pubhole prevents the request from reaching its intended target by returning a non-routable address, effectively nullifying malicious and intrusive domains.

Why Use Pubhole?

Blocks ads and trackers at the DNS level
Prevents access to malicious websites
Enhances privacy by reducing third-party tracking
No software installation required—just update your DNS settings
Fast, reliable, and completely free

How to Use Pubhole

To start using Pubhole, configure your device or router to use the following DNS servers:

IPv4 Resolver:
IPv6 Resolver:
DNS over HTTPS (DoH):
DNS over TLS (DoT):
DNS over QUIC (DoQ):

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pubhole free?

Yes, Pubhole is completely free to use with no hidden costs.

Does Pubhole log queries?

No, Pubhole is privacy-focused and does not log or track DNS queries.

Does Pubhole support IPv6? Will both IPv4 and IPv6 be supported in the future?

Pubhole supports IPv6 and will continue IPv4 support as long as our hosting provider (Linode) does.

Can I whitelist or blacklist specific domains?

Currently, domain customization is not supported and this feature is not planned for future releases.

Get Started

Enhance your internet experience with Pubhole today! Simply update your DNS settings and enjoy a cleaner, safer web.