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title: dbitsDNS
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description: dbitsDNS is our DNS filtering service powered by DNSFilter. It blocks malicious websites, phishing attempts, and unwanted content at the network level - before threats ever reach your devices.
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category: products
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tags: [products]
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permalink: go.dbits.ca/dd/dbitsdns
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# dbitsDNS
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dbitsDNS is our DNS filtering service powered by DNSFilter. It blocks malicious websites, phishing attempts, and unwanted content at the network level - before threats ever reach your devices.
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## How DNS Filtering Works
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Every time you visit a website, your device asks a DNS server "where is example.com?" DNS filtering checks that request against threat intelligence and content policies before answering.
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- **Malicious site?** Blocked before it loads.
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- **Phishing attempt?** Blocked before you see it.
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- **Inappropriate content?** Blocked based on your policy.
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This happens in milliseconds, invisibly, for every device on your network.
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## Service Tiers
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| Tier | Best For | What's Included |
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|------|----------|-----------------|
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| **Basic** | Small networks | Threat blocking, basic content filtering |
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| **Pro** | Most businesses | Basic + advanced categories, reporting |
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| **Enterprise** | Regulated industries | Pro + compliance features, advanced controls |
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| **Education** | Schools, libraries | CIPA-compliant filtering for education |
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| **Guest** | Guest Wi-Fi networks | Lightweight filtering for visitor networks |
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## What's Blocked
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### All Tiers
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- **Malware & Ransomware:** Sites known to distribute malicious software
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- **Phishing:** Fake login pages and credential harvesting sites
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- **Cryptojacking:** Sites that hijack your computer to mine cryptocurrency
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- **Newly Registered Domains:** Often used for attacks (configurable)
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### Pro, Enterprise, Education
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- **Content Categories:** 30+ categories including adult content, gambling, social media, streaming, etc.
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- **Custom Blocklists:** Add specific domains to block
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- **Custom Allowlists:** Ensure critical sites are never blocked
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## Reporting & Visibility
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Depending on your tier, you get access to:
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- **Query Logs:** See what domains are being requested
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- **Block Reports:** Understand what's being blocked and why
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- **Top Sites:** Most visited domains across your network
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- **Threat Reports:** Security threats blocked over time
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Reports help you understand network usage and identify potential security issues.
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## Deployment Options
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### Network-Wide (Router/Firewall)
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Configure your router to use dbitsDNS servers. All devices on the network are automatically protected - no software to install.
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### Per-Device (Roaming Agent)
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For laptops that leave the office, we can install a lightweight agent that enforces DNS filtering anywhere - home, coffee shop, hotel Wi-Fi.
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## Common Use Cases
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### Business Security
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Block malware, phishing, and other threats across your entire network. Meets many cyber insurance requirements for DNS filtering.
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### Content Policy
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Limit access to non-work-related sites during business hours. Categories are flexible - block social media but allow LinkedIn, for example.
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### Guest Wi-Fi
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Provide filtered internet for visitors without giving them full network access. Block inappropriate content while keeping things usable.
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### Education/Library
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CIPA-compliant filtering for schools and libraries receiving E-Rate funding. Age-appropriate content controls.
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## What dbitsDNS Doesn't Do
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- **Doesn't inspect encrypted traffic:** We see domain names, not page contents
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- **Doesn't block apps:** Only web traffic that uses DNS (most apps do)
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- **Doesn't replace antivirus:** It's a layer of protection, not a complete solution
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- **Doesn't log personal data:** We see domains, not what you do on them
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DNS filtering is one layer in a defense-in-depth security strategy.
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## Getting Started
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dbitsDNS is typically configured as part of your network setup. If you're interested in adding DNS filtering:
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1. We'll assess your current network configuration
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2. Recommend the appropriate tier based on your needs
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3. Configure your network to use dbitsDNS
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4. Set up any content policies you require
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5. Provide access to reporting (if applicable)
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## Questions?
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- **Portal:** [portal.dbits.ca](https://portal.dbits.ca/)
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- **Email:** hey@dbits.ca
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- **Phone:** 506-404-0055
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- **Text:** 506-404-0055
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Or visit [dbits.ca/contact](https://dbits.ca/contact) to reach us.
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