What is Pi-hole?
Pi-hole is a multi-platform, network-wide ad blocker that blocks ads at the DNS-level, protecting all devices on the network without the need for client-side software installation. This open-source tool can be run in a container or deployed directly to a supported operating system via an automated installer, making it a versatile solution for ad blocking across a variety of platforms and devices. With over 42.9K GitHub stars and 2.5K forks, Pi-hole has garnered a strong community of users and contributors, solidifying its position as a prominent tool in the DNS Tools category of the tech stack
Highlights
- Network-wide ad blocking without client-side software
- DNS-level ad blocking to protect all devices on the network
- Deployment options include containers and direct installation to supported operating systems
- Open-source project with a large and active community
Features
Network-wide blocking
Custom DNS
Ad-free
Adblocking via DNS
Dark Mode
DNS Server
Privacy focused
Self-hosted
DNS Proxy