Private DNS-Xiaomi server: which to choose and how to configure in 2026

Xiaomi devices – from smartphones to routers – often suffer from slow internet, intrusive in-app advertising, or blocking access to some sites. DNS-So, what's the alternative server? But which one should you choose? Cloudflare, Google. DNS, Or maybe you should consider Russian analogues like Yandex.DNS or SafeDNS?

In this article, we will not only compare popular DNS-servers in terms of speed, security and functionality, but also show how to set them up correctly on different Xiaomi devices - from Redmi Note 12 to Mi Router 4A. You'll learn which server is best for blocking ads, circumventing geo-restrictions, or phishing protection, and why standard servers are used. DNS The provider often works worse, and how to avoid typical setup errors.

Why to change DNS to Xiaomi: 5 reasons to switch to a private server

Many users do not even know that their Internet requests are being processed. DNS-ISP servers -- and that's not only slow, it's also a risk of data leaks. DNS:

• 🚀 Accelerating the loading of websites. Private DNS (For example, Cloudflare or Google DNS) Often respond faster than your ISP’s servers, especially if you live in a region with poor infrastructure.
• 🛡️ Blocking ads and trackers, services like AdGuard DNS NextDNS filters malicious and ad domains at the level DNS, Saving traffic and battery.
• 🌍 Bypassing geo-blocking. DNS (for example, Quad9) Allows you to access resources blocked in your country.
• 🔒 Phishing and virus protection: Protected servers (like Yandex.DNS Family) automatically block dangerous sites.
• 📱 Control of traffic at the device level. DNS On a Xiaomi smartphone or router, you protect all connected gadgets, including smart light bulbs and cameras.

But there are pitfalls, too. DNS-servers can slow down certain sites (e.g., banking services due to strict filters), and not all servers work equally well in Russia and CIS countries, as we will discuss below.

Top.-5 DNS-Xiaomi servers: comparison in speed and functionality

We tested the popular ones. DNS-servers on Xiaomi devices (smartphones) Redmi/POCO Mi Router routers in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Belarus, the table below shows the key characteristics of each option:

An important nuance for users in Russia: from 2026, some foreign DNS (for example, Google DNS) may work unstable due to blocking Roskomnadzor.

For maximum speed, we recommend testing several options with the DNS Benchmark app (available on Google Play). And if you want not only speed, but also ad blocking, look for AdGuard DNS or NextDNS - they allow you to flexibly configure filters.

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Before choosing DNS, check its availability in your region using the command in the terminal (on PC or via Termux on Android):

ping 1.1.1.1

How to set up a private DNS on a Xiaomi smartphone (MIUI)

It takes no more than a minute to set up an alternative DNS on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones. Here is a step-by-step guide for MIUI 14 (relevant to HyperOS):

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Private DNS.
2. Select the host name of the private provider DNS (if necessary IP-Address, select the Supplier Configuration).
3. Type in the server address. Examples: For AdGuard DNS: dns.adguard.com For Cloudflare Family: family.cloudflare-dns.com For NextDNS: your personal ID (e.g. 123abc.dns.nextdns.io)

Save the settings and restart the smartphone.

If there is no Private DNS (relevant to older versions of MIUI), use an alternative method:

1. Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the current network and select Change Network → Additional settings → IP settings.
3. Set up a static and write it down. DNS-field-server DNS 1 and DNS 2.

Make sure the internet is working.|Check the speed on the Speedtest|Open a website with ads (for example, Forbes) – it should be blocked|Try to access a blocked resource in your country (if that was the goal)

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Attention! On some Xiaomi firmware (especially custom) DNS settings may be reset after the upgrade. To avoid this, use applications like DNS Changer or configure DNS at the router level.

DNS settings on Xiaomi routers (Mi Router, AiOT)

If you want to protect all devices on your network (including Xiaomi smart gadgets), it is better to configure DNS directly on the router. Instructions are suitable for Mi Router 4A, Mi Router 4C, AX3600 and other models with MiWiFi firmware:

1. Connect to the router via Wi-Fi or cable.
2. Open your browser and go to 192.168.31.1 (or miwifi.com).
3. Log in (login and password from the sticker on the router).
4. Go to Additional settings → Network → LAN settings.
5. In the field DNS-server enter addresses via comma (e.g., 1.1.1.1, 1.0.0.1).
6. Save the settings and restart the router.

For routers with Padavan firmware (a popular alternative for Xiaomi):

1. Go to the web interface (192.168.1.1).
2. Go to the Network → LAN → DHCP settings.
3. In the field DNS-server specify the desired addresses.
4. Enable the option to Ignore DNS from the provider.

Frequent DNS Errors on Xiaomi and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced users sometimes experience problems after changing their DNS, and here are the most common errors and solutions:

1. The Internet disappeared after the DNS change Reason: the server is not available in your region or blocked by the provider. Solution: try another DNS (for example, instead of Google DNS use Yandex.DNS).
2. Some websites are not open for the reason: DNS-The server blocks them by category (e.g. AdGuard). DNS Family Blocks Social Media Solution: Change filtering mode or whitelist the site (NextDNS does this in your personal account).
3. DNS resets after rebooting The reason: a feature of MIUI firmware or conflict with applications to speed up the Internet (for example, Xiaomi Turbo).Solution: configure DNS on the router or use the DNS Changer application with the autorun option.
4. Mobile network (4G/5G) Slower: Some DNSs are optimized for Wi-Fi and slow down on mobile Internet. Solution: for mobile network use Cloudflare (1.1.1.1) or Yandex.DNS (77.88.8.8).

If none of the DNSs are stable, check if your ISP is blocking them. In Russia, from 2026, some operators (such as Rostelecom or MTS) can redirect traffic to their DNS even with manual setup, in which case only a VPN will help.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent DNS Questions on Xiaomi