Mullvad DNS

Mullvad DNS is a free, privacy-focused DNS resolution service operated by Mullvad VPN AB, the Swedish company known for its industry-leading VPN service. Unlike the VPN, Mullvad DNS is completely free and can be used by anyone—no account, subscription, or Mullvad VPN connection required. It’s designed for situations where you want encrypted DNS but can’t or don’t want to use a VPN.

The service supports both DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT), encrypting your DNS queries to prevent your ISP, network operator, or anyone else from seeing which websites you’re visiting. This is particularly valuable on public WiFi networks or in environments where VPN usage isn’t possible but DNS privacy is still important.

Mullvad DNS inherits the same strict no-logging policy that has made Mullvad VPN trusted among privacy advocates. No user data is logged, no IP addresses are stored, and no DNS query history is retained. The company’s privacy practices have been validated by independent audits and a real-world test when Swedish police visited Mullvad’s offices in 2023 and left empty-handed because there was simply no customer data to seize.

The service offers multiple configuration options including content blocking variants that can filter ads, trackers, malware, adult content, gambling sites, and social media. This allows users to customize their experience while maintaining privacy. All servers operate under Swedish jurisdiction with GDPR protections.

Key Features

• DNS over HTTPS/TLS: Encrypted DNS queries preventing eavesdropping
• No Logging: Same strict no-logs policy as Mullvad VPN
• Content Blocking: Optional filtering for ads, trackers, malware, and more
• Free Forever: No account or payment required
• No VPN Required: Works independently of Mullvad VPN subscription
• Multiple Endpoints: Various server options for different blocking preferences
• GDPR Protected: Swedish jurisdiction with EU privacy protections

Privacy Highlights

Mullvad DNS applies the same privacy principles that make Mullvad VPN exceptional. No DNS queries are logged, no IP addresses are stored, and there’s no way to associate queries with individual users. The service is designed around the principle that privacy is a right, not a premium feature.

The content blocking options use locally maintained blocklists to filter requests, preventing connections to known advertising networks, tracking services, and malware domains without requiring any third-party services to process your requests.

Privacy Breakdown

Data Residency (Score: 100)

Pros:

• EU-based infrastructure under Swedish jurisdiction
• GDPR compliance
• Same infrastructure standards as Mullvad VPN
• No data shared outside EU

Cons:

• Sweden is a 14 Eyes member (mitigated by no-logging policy)

Confidence: High — same infrastructure as audited VPN service.

Open Source (Score: 85)

Pros:

• Mullvad VPN clients (which can use this DNS) are open source
• DNS-over-HTTPS and DoT protocols are open standards
• Blocklists are publicly documented

Cons:

• DNS server software itself not open source
• Cannot independently verify server-side implementation

Confidence: Medium — relies on Mullvad’s reputation and VPN audits.

Privacy Policy (Score: 95)

Pros:

• No logging of DNS queries
• No IP address retention
• No user identification possible
• Same policy as independently audited VPN service
• Police raid in 2023 confirmed no data existed

Cons:

• No independent DNS-specific audit (covered by VPN audits)

Confidence: High — validated by VPN audits and real-world law enforcement test.

Trackers (Score: 98)

Pros:

• No analytics or tracking on DNS service
• Optional blocking of trackers for users
• No third-party services involved
• Privacy-first design

Cons:

• None identified

Confidence: High — service design prevents tracking.

Terms of Service (Score: 80)

Pros:

• Simple, clear terms
• Free service with no data monetization
• Privacy-focused company ethos
• No mandatory arbitration

Cons:

• Service provided “as is” with limited guarantees
• Mullvad can modify or discontinue service

Confidence: High — ToS reviewed January 2026.