Software that allows users to switch between different DNS servers for improved Internet speed and privacy.
ChrisPC DNS Switch is a free, but ad-supported DNS changer app and networking program, developed by Chris PC for Windows. It's pretty user friendly.
The download has been tested by an editor here on a PC and a list of features has been compiled; see below.
We have found that this software contains advertisements or other ad-supported elements during runtime.
Provides a quick way to swap through anonymous DNS services
ChrisPC DNS Switch provides you a simple but effective graphic user interface to select the network adapter/card and change its corresponding DNS with the selected DNS from the preset lists or with a custom DNS. Features are diverse and give you the possibility to maintain your DNS database.
ChrisPC DNS Switch continues the series of connectivity tools that are useful for a safe and anonymous Internet browsing. This tool makes DNS change more easy and faster giving you a series of options like choosing from preset groups of DNS servers the one that fits your browsing habits.
ChrisPC DNS Switch provides you a simple but effective graphic user interface to select the network adapter/card and change its corresponding DNS with the selected DNS from the preset lists or with a custom DNS. Features are diverse and give you the possibility to maintain your DNS database.
The software will make your life easier: You may want to protect your anonymity in which case you can select a server from the Anonymous DNS preset group list. Or you may choose to use Secure DNS servers that filter out websites that are potential threats to your PC (avoiding viruses, malware, trojans etc).
Features of ChrisPC DNS Switch
- Automatically Switch: Automatically switch DNS settings of your Internet connection with a single click.
- Custom DNS: Create your own custom DNS settings.
- Fast Activation: DNS settings are activated immediately without any reboot required.
- Filter Ads: Blocks ads, tracking and malicious websites with advanced DNS filtering.
- IPv6 Support: Supports IPv6 DNS settings.
- Portable Mode: Ability to run the program in portable mode.
- Presets: Enables quick switching between more than 15 predefined DNS presets.
- Profiles: Create profiles with different DNS settings and switch between them quickly.
- Scheduled Tasks: Automatically switch DNS settings according to a schedule.
- Secure Browsing: Supports DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT) protocols for secure browsing.
- Speed Booster: Speeds up your connection by choosing the closest DNS server.
- Statistics: View comprehensive statistics about your DNS usage.
- System Tray: Accessible from the system tray menu for easy switching.
Compatibility and License
ChrisPC DNS Switch is a freeware, but ad-supported application available on Windows from network software. You may encounter different types of ads or offers when running and installing this program. Though ads might be present, download and installation of this PC software is free and 4.60 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can ChrisPC DNS Switch run on?
ChrisPC DNS Switch can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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