Set up NordLayer your way with Custom DNS
Apply your own DNS settings across NordLayer’s VPN gateways to simplify deployment, speed up onboarding, and enforce consistent network policies.
- Toggle-ready network security platform, built to the highest industry standards of NordVPN.
- Secures companies of any size, from small business to enterprise.
- Backed by unmatched customer support.
14-day money-back guarantee
SEAMLESS DNS SETUP
What is Custom DNS?
Having to manually reconfigure DNS settings whenever you set up a new business VPN doesn’t just slow onboarding and deployment down. It massively drains time and stops your IT teams from focusing on tasks that drive business value. With NordLayer’s Custom DNS feature, all those pains disappear. Just import your pre-existing or preferred DNS settings once, and we’ll automatically apply them to your gateway of choice with zero friction.
Seamless protection
All your security layers, finally working together
NordLayer connects cutting-edge features into one simple platform. That means less system switching. Less time wasted. Just world-class security that works from day one.
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How Custom DNS works
HOW NORDLAYER WORKS
Without it, devices rely on request processing via a public DNS server, which handles large volumes of requests. A third-party DNS utilizes private servers to handle only your business requests.
With NordLayer
- Increased speed and performance
- Safely route through a third-party DNS to public servers
- Route your custom DNS to proxy servers
Without NordLayer
- Public DNS servers have a larger volume of requests to process
- Reliant on congested public infrastructure
- Far less secure than a private DNS server
GETTING STARTED
Apply your Custom DNS settings to NordLayer
Log in to your NordLayer Control Panel
Access your admin dashboard
Choose a server with a dedicated IP
Select a Private Gateway to apply your DNS settings
Add your trusted DNS settings
Input your preferred DNS servers and rules
Apply and enforce automatically
Once saved, VPN-connected users will now follow your DNS rules automatically
USE CASES
When should you use Custom DNS?
Choosing to remain with DNS servers provided by your ISP may not be beneficial to your business, especially when switching to an alternative DNS through a third-party provider would create space for service enhancements.
Improved online safety
Set an extra security layer with a private DNS to prevent common and unknown threats to your online safety like harmful websites and phishing attacks.
Faster request processing
Using a correct DNS setup is commonly faster and more efficient in processing requests, resulting in better performance for enterprise devices connected to the internet.
Business continuity
Optimized performance and increased reliability should mean less disruption to your team’s workflows and no need for managers to work around downtime.
Increased server reliability
Third-party services can provide better services and improved infrastructure for less chance of DNS server downtime.
Protect your business with NordLayer
Start routing your traffic to a custom DNS or contact NordLayer’s Security specialist!
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Additional info
Frequently asked questions
NordLayer uses public DNS servers when a custom DNS is not configured. Our solution facilitates connections to these servers ensuring protection against unwanted sites or users over the internet.
Setting up a private DNS for business use takes - on average - around five minutes, which includes switching over from your current DNS. For further information or guidance on doing this, please contact our support team.