Acrylic DNS Proxy
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VisitAcrylic DNS Proxy vs Technitium DNS Server
Technitium DNS Server
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Acrylic DNS Proxy | Technitium DNS Server |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Acrylic is a local DNS proxy for Windows that caches DNS responses and supports a custom HOSTS file for blocking unwanted ads. | It is an open source authoritative and recursive DNS server for self-hosting, privacy, and security. |
| Support | The maker asks users to check the FAQ first and provides an email address for questions, suggestions, and problem reports. | The maker lists email support, a user manual and FAQ, and a Reddit community. |
Acrylic DNS Proxy plans
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Pick Acrylic DNS Proxy if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Technitium DNS Server if…
It suits people self-hosting DNS for privacy or security, as well as software developers and small to medium networks. It is available across several operating systems and as a Docker image.