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SafeDNS

AI-powered cloud DNS filtering for web and content security

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SafeDNS is a cloud-based DNS filtering and web security service that blocks threats at the DNS layer before traffic reaches the network. It uses AI and machine learning to categorize domains and detect malicious resources, covering threats such as malware, phishing, DNS tunnelling, botnets, and cryptojacking. The service runs in the cloud and requires no on-premise hardware.

Core capabilities include ProtectiveDNS, Content Filtering across 66 categories, AppBlocker for blocking apps and services, Reports & Analytics, Roaming Clients, Internet Schedule, Safe Search enforcement, denylists and allowlists, and policy assignment per group or user. It operates on a global Anycast network and offers a Categorization API and SDK for integration, plus SIEM integration with Amazon S3 on higher tiers. Compliance support covers CIPA, IWF, BPjM, and related education and telecom regulations.

SafeDNS serves businesses, education, ISPs, WiFi hotspots, MSPs, and home users. Business plans are packaged in Basic, Pro, and Pro+ editions with seat-based pricing and minimum user counts, billed annually or monthly, alongside a 15-day free trial requiring no credit card.

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