# DNS Override

> Set DNS for Wi-Fi and cellular

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1060830093](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1060830093)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1060830093`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** QRMedia
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (1,931 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2022-11-08
- **First published:** 2016-02-07
- **Size:** 7.87 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dns-override/id1060830093)
- **Website:** [https://www.dnsoverride.com](https://www.dnsoverride.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.dnsoverride.com](https://www.dnsoverride.com/)

## Description

DNS Override is the world’s FIRST app that lets you easily change DNS settings on your iPhone or iPad. It supports both WiFi and cellular networks, offers multiple public DNS providers, and includes DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) and DNS-over-TLS (DoT) encryption for privacy and security. 

Create global DNS settings for all connections or switch between custom profiles with a tap. Explore SmartDNS options to filter content, block ads, access geo-restricted content, and more. The app also includes a built-in DNS leak test and supports dynamic DNS updates via DNS-O-Matic for up-to-date host records. 

Notes: This extension focuses on DNS management on iOS devices and can be used as a privacy and performance tool to optimize how your device resolves domain names across networks.

## Rankings

- #41,713 — Overall
- #4 — override

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed. Many users praise DNS Override for providing quick DNS override across Wi‑Fi, cellular and VPN, with support for OpenDNS, Pi‑Hole, and Quad9 in some cases, and view it as essential for beginners. However, recurring complaints focus on the app's business model (paywalls and paid features) and usability issues, including poor performance on cellular networks, stability problems, and occasional crashes or mismatches with certain DNS providers. Some report lag from connect-on-demand and frustration with updates or lack thereof. Overall, effectiveness varies by provider and device, with caveats about cost and reliability.

### Pros

- Quick and easy DNS override across Wi-Fi, cellular, and VPN when configured.
- Supports forcing DNS services like OpenDNS and Pi-Hole (helpful for those setups).
- Helpful for beginners; described as a must-have for non-savvy users.
- When it works, it delivers the promised DNS override functionality.
- Has become reliable on cellular and Wi-Fi for some providers after updates.

### Cons

- Paywalls and in-app purchases block many features; nagging prompts to pay.
- Unreliable on cellular; many reviews say it does not work on cellular networks.
- Incompatibility with some DNS providers (e.g., NextDNS, OpenDNS) leading to failed overrides or crashes.
- Introduces lag or delays due to connect-on-demand toggling, affecting gaming and browsing.
- Not consistently updated for current iOS; reports of being outdated or not maintained.

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