About ClouDNS
ClouDNS is a DNS hosting service with free and paid plans. It runs an anycast network of name servers, so DNS answers come from several locations around the world.
What it does
The free plan includes one DNS zone, 50 records and one mail forward. Premium plans add more zones, records and mail forwards, along with DNS failover and DNSSEC. GeoDNS and DDoS protected DNS are offered as separate plans, and web redirects and round-robin load balancing are included.
Key features
- Free DNS zone with 50 records and one mail forward
- Premium plans with more zones and records
- DNS failover and DNSSEC on paid plans
- Web redirects and round-robin load balancing
- Free zone migration, with no limit on zones
Who it's for
ClouDNS suits owners of small sites who want free DNS. It also suits businesses and hosting companies that need failover, GeoDNS or DDoS protected DNS as they grow.
Pricing and good to know
The free plan has no cost and includes a set number of zones and records. Premium DNS starts at $2.95 a month, and DDoS protected DNS and GeoDNS plans start higher. The site lists uptime commitments for each tier and says you can upgrade at any time.
Highlights
- Free DNS zone with 50 records and one mail forward
- Premium plans with more zones and records
- DNS failover and DNSSEC on paid plans
- Web redirects and round-robin load balancing
- Free zone migration with no limit on zones
