DNS Leaks: What They Are and How to Prevent Them

Understand DNS leaks that can expose your real location even when using proxies.

OutreachProxy Team

Proxy Experts

What Are DNS Leaks?

DNS leaks occur when DNS requests bypass your proxy and reveal your real IP/location.

TL;DR: DNS requests can expose you even when using a proxy. Configure DNS to use proxy or use DNS servers that don't leak.

How DNS Leaks Happen

Normal proxy setup: 1. Browser wants to visit site 2. DNS lookup happens OUTSIDE proxy 3. Your real IP makes DNS request 4. Then proxy handles HTTP request

Your real IP is exposed during step 3.

Detection

Test at:

  • dnsleaktest.com
  • ipleak.net
  • browserleaks.com
  • Prevention Methods

    1. SOCKS5 with DNS

    Use SOCKS5 proxies with "remote DNS":
  • DNS requests go through proxy
  • Full protection
  • 2. Secure DNS Servers

    Use DNS that doesn't log:
  • Cloudflare: 1.1.1.1
  • Google: 8.8.8.8
  • Quad9: 9.9.9.9
  • 3. Browser Settings

    Firefox: "Proxy DNS when using SOCKS v5"

    4. VPN + Proxy

    VPN handles all DNS, proxy handles specific traffic.

    For Automation

    Anti-detect browsers typically handle DNS properly. Verify your setup with leak tests before important operations.

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