What is 1.1.1.1?
1.1.1.1 is a free public DNS resolver operated by Cloudflare in partnership with APNIC. Launched on April 1, 2018 (no joke!), it was designed with two goals: be the fastest public DNS and offer strong privacy protections.
The Perfect IP: 1.1.1.1 is one of the most memorable IP addresses possible. Cloudflare acquired it from APNIC, the Asia-Pacific network registry, which had previously deemed it too "dirty" to use due to massive amounts of junk traffic hitting it.
Why Choose Cloudflare DNS?
Speed
Independent testing consistently ranks 1.1.1.1 as the fastest public DNS resolver. Cloudflare's global network of data centers in over 300 cities ensures low latency worldwide.
Privacy-First Design
Unlike some alternatives, Cloudflare commits to strong privacy practices:
- Never sells your data or uses it for advertising
- Deletes all logs within 24 hours
- Annual third-party audits to verify privacy claims
- Does not log your IP address (uses anonymized data only)
Security Features
Cloudflare DNS supports modern security protocols including DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) and DNS-over-TLS (DoT). They also offer 1.1.1.1 for Families, which provides optional malware and adult content blocking.
Cloudflare DNS IP Addresses
| Service | IPv4 | IPv6 |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 1.1.1.1 | 2606:4700:4700::1111 |
| Secondary | 1.0.0.1 | 2606:4700:4700::1001 |
1.1.1.1 for Families
| Protection Level | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Malware Blocking | 1.1.1.2 | 1.0.0.2 |
| Malware + Adult Content | 1.1.1.3 | 1.0.0.3 |
Google DNS vs Cloudflare DNS
| Feature | 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare) | 8.8.8.8 (Google) |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Fastest | Very Fast |
| Privacy Policy | No IP logging | Limited logging |
| Third-Party Audits | Yes (Annual) | No |
| Family Filtering | Yes | No |
| Launched | 2018 | 2009 |
How to Use Cloudflare DNS
Configure your device or router with:
- Primary DNS: 1.1.1.1
- Secondary DNS: 1.0.0.1
Cloudflare also offers the 1.1.1.1 app for iOS and Android, which configures your device automatically and enables DNS-over-HTTPS for enhanced privacy.