How to set up Smart DNS on MacOS

  1. Download the StreamLocator config file


  1. Install the DNS profile

    • Double-click the downloaded file. You should see this notification pop up:

    • Open System Preferences → Click Profile Downloaded (or go to General → Device Management if you don't see it).

    • Double click on Encrypted DNS (DoH, DoT) → Click Install and approve.

  1. Disable Private Relay 

    • Private Relay is Apple's own VPN. You'll most likely have it disabled by default, but some users don't.
    • Go to System Settings  Your name (Apple ID)  iCloud  iCloud+ → Private Relay and make sure that Private Relay is disabled. If it isn't disabled, disable it now.

Restart your Mac to apply changes.


Press here to activate StreamLocator on your network. You can activate from any device connected to the same network as your Mac.

Congratulations! You’re ready to stream.




To return to default DNS settings:

  • Go to Device Management, select the profile, and click the Minus (-) button.
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