How to set up Smart DNS on Windows 10

MPORTANT: Restart your PC after setting it up for the first time. This is done to flush your PC's DNS cache.

In Windows, open up the "START" menu in the bottom right OR by hitting the Windows key on your keyboard.

Inside the Start menu, select "Settings"

Select "Network and Internet" 

On the left side, select "WiFi or Ethernet (wired)" depending on what type of connection you are using.

Then, select “Change Adapter Options” on the right side of the page.

Right Click on your Wi-Fi/Ethernet network adapter and select "Properties".

Note: You may see multiple adapters here if you have used other VPN or similar services before. Make sure you selected your regular home Wi-Fi or Ethernet (Wired) adapter.

They are usually labeled as simply "Wi-Fi" and "Ethernet" and should not contain the name of any other VPN.

Scroll down the list and uncheck the Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) - This is important.

Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)". When it is highlighted, click on "Properties"

Select "Use the following DNS server addresses" and fill in the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS with the following:

  • Primary DNS: 66.33.68.1
  • Secondary DNS: 66.33.68.2

IMPORTANT: Restart your PC after setting it up for the first time. This is done to flush your PC's DNS cache.

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