# NextDNS

> Block Ads, Trackers & Malware

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1463342498](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1463342498)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1463342498`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** nextdns Inc.
- **Category:** Utilities
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (1,794 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.2.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-26
- **First published:** 2019-08-10
- **Size:** 5.03 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nextdns/id1463342498)
- **Website:** [https://nextdns.io](https://nextdns.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://nextdns.io/privacy](https://nextdns.io/privacy)

## Description

NextDNS is a privacy-focused Chrome extension that blocks ads, trackers, and malware across all apps and browsers. It encrypts DNS queries to prevent networks and providers from seeing or manipulating your activity, delivering system-wide protection on your device.

Features include automatic blocking of ads and trackers, protection against malware and phishing, parental controls and content filtering, and access to analytics and DNS logs. Setup is quick via my.nextdns.io and you can manage protection across iPhone, iPad, and desktop, including pausing protection, excluding trusted networks, and customizing blocking rules.

## Rankings

- #43,066 — Overall
- #40 — malware

## Review summary

Users largely praise NextDNS for strong ad-blocking, easy setup, and a convenient in-app toggle plus privacy benefits. However, they critique recent UI changes that add steps to toggle, especially on iOS 17, plus occasional reliability/maintenance concerns after updates. Overall, it’s valued for blocking ads and simplicity, but UX regressions and reliability issues temper enthusiasm.

### Pros

- Powerful ad-blocking, including with the free version.
- Easy to set up and use, with simple configuration.
- App-level on/off toggle lets you enable/disable NextDNS quickly without a VPN or profile.
- Privacy-focused DNS that can save cellular data and protect privacy.

### Cons

- Recent UI changes slow down toggling with extra steps and create a less snappy experience.
- On iOS 17, the toggle can’t slide; you must disable in Settings.
- Occasional reliability/maintenance issues, like ad-blocking stopping after updates or perceived lack of ongoing maintenance.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1463342498)