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Blocklist Manager (dnscrypt-proxy)

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description Blocklist Manager (dnscrypt-proxy) Overview

The Blocklist Manager is a component of dnscrypt-proxy, an open source DNS proxy daemon. It enables granular control over internet traffic by utilizing DNSCrypt, DNS-over-HTTPS, and custom blocklists. This tool is primarily designed for users managing custom firmware on routers who require advanced filtering capabilities to enhance network security and privacy.

help Blocklist Manager (dnscrypt-proxy) FAQ

How do I add a custom blocklist in the dnscrypt-proxy Blocklist Manager?

You can add a custom blocklist by editing the configuration file (typically named `dnscrypt-proxy.toml`) and inserting the URLs of public blocklists under the `[blocked_names]` or `[blocked_ips]` section. Once added, you must restart the dnscrypt-proxy service on your router to force the proxy daemon to download and compile the new filtering rules.

Can dnscrypt-proxy Blocklist Manager filter specific YouTube or social media domains?

Yes, because dnscrypt-proxy operates at the DNS level, you can easily block entire domains like youtube.com or facebook.com by adding them to your custom blocklist. However, it cannot filter specific content or channels within those websites, as DNS filtering only evaluates the domain name itself.

Which custom router firmware options are best for running dnscrypt-proxy and its Blocklist Manager?

The most popular custom firmware options for running dnscrypt-proxy are OpenWrt, DD-WRT, and Asuswrt-Merlin. OpenWrt is particularly favored because you can easily install dnscrypt-proxy as a package via the opkg package manager and manage its blocklists directly through the LuCI web interface.

Does using dnscrypt-proxy with massive blocklists slow down my home internet speeds?

Initially, downloading and compiling massive blocklists with millions of entries can cause a spike in CPU usage and memory consumption on your router. However, once the blocklist is cached in your router's RAM, dnscrypt-proxy queries are resolved locally in milliseconds, meaning your browsing speed will not be negatively impacted.

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