Setting up Cloudflare DNS (1.1.1.1) on Samsung Galaxy devices can enhance internet speed, improve privacy, and provide a more secure browsing experience. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.
Why Use Cloudflare DNS on Samsung Galaxy Devices?
✅ Faster Internet Browsing – Cloudflare's DNS is one of the fastest available. ✅ Enhanced Privacy – Keeps your internet activity private from ISPs. ✅ Improved Security – Protects against phishing and cyber threats. ✅ Bypass ISP Restrictions – Access blocked content with ease.
Cloudflare DNS Addresses:
- IPv4:
- Primary:
1.1.1.1 - Secondary:
1.0.0.1 - IPv6:
- Primary:
2606:4700:4700::1111 - Secondary:
2606:4700:4700::1001
Method 1: Using Private DNS (Recommended)
Samsung Galaxy devices running Android 9.0 (Pie) and later support Private DNS, making it the easiest way to use Cloudflare.
Steps to Enable Private DNS:
- Open Settings on your Samsung Galaxy device.
- Navigate to Connections > More connection settings.
- Tap on Private DNS.
- Select Private DNS provider hostname.
- Enter the following hostname:
1dot1dot1dot1.cloudflare-dns.com- Tap Save.
Now, your Samsung Galaxy device is using Cloudflare DNS for all internet connections.
Method 2: Setting Up Cloudflare DNS for Wi-Fi Networks
If your Samsung device doesn't support Private DNS, you can manually set Cloudflare DNS for specific Wi-Fi connections.
Steps to Manually Configure DNS for Wi-Fi:
- Open Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi.
- Tap on your connected Wi-Fi network (Hold and select Manage network settings if required).
- Scroll down and tap IP settings.
- Change from DHCP to Static.
- In the DNS fields, enter:
- DNS 1:
1.1.1.1 - DNS 2:
1.0.0.1
- Tap Save.
Your Samsung device will now use Cloudflare DNS whenever connected to this Wi-Fi network.
How to Verify Cloudflare DNS is Working
To confirm that your device is using Cloudflare DNS:
- Open a web browser and visit https://1.1.1.1/help.
- Check if "Connected to 1.1.1.1" appears in the results.
Conclusion
By setting up Cloudflare DNS on your Samsung Galaxy device, you can enjoy a faster, more secure, and private browsing experience. The Private DNS method is recommended as it applies system-wide, while the Wi-Fi method is useful for network-specific configurations.
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