How to Change DNS Settings on iOS

Why Change DNS on iOS?

In Iran and other censored countries, the DNS servers assigned by your ISP are often censored — they block or redirect certain domains. Changing your DNS to a public resolver can help NaiveProxy connect and improve your browsing experience.

Changing DNS for Wi-Fi

1. Open Settings on your iPhone/iPad
2. Tap Wi-Fi
3. Tap the ⓘ (info) icon next to your connected Wi-Fi network
4. Scroll down and tap Configure DNS
5. Change from Automatic to Manual
6. Delete any existing DNS servers by tapping the red minus icon
7. Tap Add Server
8. Enter a public DNS server. Try these in order until one works:
   • 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare)
   • 8.8.8.8 (Google)
   • 9.9.9.9 (Quad9)
9. Tap Save

Changing DNS for Mobile Data (4G/5G)

iOS doesn't provide a built-in way to change DNS for mobile data connections. Instead, you have two options:

Option 1: Use the Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 App

1. Download the 1.1.1.1 app by Cloudflare from the App Store (free)
2. Open the app and follow the setup wizard
3. It will configure DNS for both Wi-Fi and mobile data automatically

Option 2: Use a DNS Profile

1. Open Safari and visit a DNS profile provider (e.g. dns.google or one.one.one.one)
2. Download and install the DNS configuration profile
3. Go to Settings → General → VPN & Device Management to enable it

Testing Your DNS

After changing DNS, open Safari and try loading a website. If the page loads, your new DNS is working. If not, try a different DNS server from the list above.