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PrivateDNSAndroid

github.com/karasevm/PrivateDNSAndroid Mobile Privacy Open-source projectOpen source

Private DNS Quick Toggle adds an Android quick settings tile for switching between private DNS providers, with support for multiple providers.

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About PrivateDNSAndroid

Private DNS Quick Toggle is an open-source Android app that adds a quick settings tile for switching the active private DNS server. It supports any number of providers, making it possible to turn an ad-blocking DNS server on or off with a single tap.

Changing system DNS settings requires the android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS permission, which the app obtains either automatically through Shizuku or manually by running an ADB command from a PC. It is distributed through the IzzyOnDroid repository, which enables auto-updates on Android 12 and later, or as an APK from GitHub Releases.

Key features

  • Quick settings tile switches the active private DNS server in one tap
  • Supports any number of configured DNS providers
  • Automatic permission grant through Shizuku
  • Manual permission grant via ADB WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS command
  • IzzyOnDroid distribution enables auto-updates on Android 12+
  • Translations accepted through Weblate without programming knowledge
Best for: Android users who switch between private DNS or ad-blocking DNS providers and want a one-tap toggle.
Good for
  • Open source under the MIT license with a public GitHub repository
  • Supports an arbitrary number of DNS providers
  • Switches the active DNS server directly from the quick settings tile
Watch out for
  • Requires WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS, granted through Shizuku or ADB, so it is not fully functional immediately after install
  • Distributed through IzzyOnDroid or GitHub Releases rather than Google Play

PrivateDNSAndroid at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Android, macOS, Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026
open sourceandroidmacosprivacy

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PrivateDNSAndroid FAQ

How is the required permission granted?
Two methods are described: automatically by installing and starting Shizuku and allowing access when prompted, or manually by running an ADB command from a PC with USB debugging enabled.
How do I install the app?
The recommended route is the IzzyOnDroid repository (add and enable it in an F-Droid client, then search for "Private DNS Quick Toggle"), which enables auto-updates on Android 12+. Alternatively, download the latest APK from the GitHub Releases page.
Can I contribute without writing code?
Yes. Translations can be submitted through Weblate, which is hosted free for open-source projects, without any programming knowledge.
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