# DNS Changer: Fast & Secure DNS

> Change DNS to optimize latency and improve network security with Encrypted DNS

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dnschanger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dnschanger)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dnschanger`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** StarVPN Inc.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 76,132
- **Rating:** 4.09 / 5 (600 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.15
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-03
- **First published:** 2024-02-28
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dnschanger)
- **Website:** [https://www.dnsflex.com/](https://www.dnsflex.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.dnsflex.com/privacy-policy](https://www.dnsflex.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Secure DNS improves response times by letting you switch from your ISP DNS to top public DNS resolvers or DNSFLEX Secure DNS. It supports DOH (DNS over HTTPS) to encrypt queries, offers a speed test to find the fastest server, and geo-distributed servers for low latency across locations.

Two free security levels—Parental Control and Secure DNS—help you manage internet safety: Safe Search and category blocks, phishing and malware protection, DNS rebinding protection, and up-to-date threat feeds. Main features include auto-start on boot, auto updates, custom DNS options, and access to geo-blocked sites.

## Rankings

- #249,972 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.GET_TASKS`
- `android.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `android.permission.INTERACT_ACROSS_USERS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.START_ACTIVITIES_FROM_BACKGROUND`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.dnschanger.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

User reviews highlight that the DNS Changer app is fast, secure, and beneficial especially for gaming and offline internet use. It has no ads and improved stability after updates. However, users note issues like the app unnecessarily running in the background with persistent notifications, compatibility problems between DNS encryption and firewall features, occasional failures to properly change DNS, and some trouble adding custom DoH servers. Overall, it is well-liked but has room for improvements in background processes and feature integration.

### Pros

- Fast DNS changing functionality appreciated by multiple users.
- App provides good security features and supports custom DoH servers.
- No ads or premium features, making it user-friendly.
- Works well for gaming applications like PUBG and Xbox when Wi-Fi is unavailable.
- Improved performance with fewer lags and better stability after updates.

### Cons

- App insists on running in the background and showing notifications even when not necessary, which annoys some users.
- Incompatibility issues between DNS encryption and AI Firewall features; users want both to run simultaneously without interference.
- Some difficulties adding custom DoH servers correctly, as it sometimes defaults to UDP servers instead of DoH.
- Reports of the app showing active status without actually changing DNS servers effectively during testing.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dnschanger)