pfSense Router Smart DNS Setup Guide
Follow this simple guide to set up UnGeo Smart DNS on your pfSense router using the built-in web interface.
Before You Start
Before changing your DNS settings, make sure your UnGeo account is active and your current IP address is added in your Client Area. If that is already done, continue with the DNS setup below.
Don’t have an account yet?
Choose a plan and create your UnGeo account before setting up DNS.
Get Started ›Add your current IP address
Add your current IP address in the Client Area to allow UnGeo to work properly.
Register My IP Address ›Once both are done, continue with the DNS setup steps.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Open pfSense Web Interface
Open a browser on a device connected to your pfSense network and go to your pfSense admin address.
Log In to pfSense
Enter your pfSense username and password to access the web interface.
Open DHCP Server Settings
Go to Services, then select DHCP Server.
Select LAN
Open the LAN tab or the interface used by your home network.
Find DNS Servers
Scroll to the Servers section and find the DNS servers fields.
Enter Your UnGeo Smart DNS servers
In the first DNS server field, enter the primary UnGeo Smart DNS server shown in your Client Area. In the second DNS server field, enter the secondary UnGeo Smart DNS server.
Save Your Changes
Click Save to store the DHCP DNS settings.
Apply Changes
Click Apply Changes if pfSense shows the apply button at the top of the page.
Restart Connected Devices
Restart or reconnect the devices connected to your pfSense network so they receive the updated DNS settings.
You’re All Set!
Your pfSense network is now ready to use UnGeo Smart DNS across connected devices.
How to Check If It’s Working
Visit the UnGeo DNS Check page to verify whether your device is using UnGeo Smart DNS correctly.