MyBSD DNS Setup Guide: Free Ad-Blocking DNS for Malaysians

MyBSD is a community initiative by FreeBSD users in Malaysia, providing a free and privacy-respecting DNS service tailored for Malaysian internet users. This DNS service enhances browsing speed, blocks online advertisements, and supports encrypted DNS protocols—all without requiring any registration or payment.

This guide outlines how to configure MyBSD DNS on a variety of devices and platforms in a formal, clear, and structured manner.

Important: MyBSD DNS is intended solely for use within Malaysia. Performance and accessibility outside of the country are not guaranteed.

Benefits of Using MyBSD DNS

• Optimized for Local Use — Designed specifically for Malaysian ISPs
• Built-in Ad Blocking — Automatically filters ads and trackers
• Encrypted DNS Support — Supports DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and DNS over TLS (DoT)
• Free and Open — Provided by the community at no cost, with no tracking or registration

Available DNS Servers

DoH Endpoints:

• https://kukubesi.mybsd.org.my:8443/dns-query
• https://manis.mybsd.org.my/dns-query

Device Setup Instructions

Windows 10 / 11

Method 1: Standard DNS Configuration

1. Open Settings → Network & Internet
2. Select your connection (Wi-Fi or Ethernet)
3. Click Hardware Properties
4. Edit DNS settings, switch to Manual, and enable IPv4
5. Input MyBSD DNS IP addresses if available

Method 2: Encrypted DNS (DoH)

1. Navigate to Settings → Network & Internet
2. Select your active connection
3. Edit DNS settings
4. Enable DNS over HTTPS
5. Input:
   • https://kukubesi.mybsd.org.my:8443/dns-query
   • https://manis.mybsd.org.my/dns-query

macOS (Monterey and Later)

Standard DNS Setup

1. Go to System Settings → Network
2. Select your active connection, then click Details
3. Navigate to the DNS tab and add:
   • kukubesi.mybsd.org.my
   • manis.mybsd.org.my

Advanced (DoH)

macOS supports DoH via configuration profiles. Use Apple Configurator or the networksetup command to apply profiles for encrypted DNS.

Android

Private DNS (Android 9 and above)

1. Open Settings → Network & Internet → Private DNS
2. Select Private DNS provider hostname
3. Input:
   • kukubesi.mybsd.org.my
   • or manis.mybsd.org.my

Legacy Method

1. Open Wi-Fi Settings, long press your network
2. Select Modify Network → Advanced Options
3. Set IP settings to Static
4. Enter MyBSD IPs manually

iOS / iPadOS

1. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi
2. Tap the “i” icon next to your network
3. Choose Configure DNS → Manual
4. Add:
   • kukubesi.mybsd.org.my
   • manis.mybsd.org.my

Linux (Ubuntu / Debian)

systemd-resolved Method

sudo nano /etc/systemd/resolved.conf

Add the following lines:

DNS=kukubesi.mybsd.org.my manis.mybsd.org.my
DNSOverTLS=yes

Restart the service:

sudo systemctl restart systemd-resolved

Browser-Specific Setup

Firefox

1. Open Settings → General → Network Settings
2. Click Settings…
3. Enable DNS over HTTPS, select Custom
4. Input: https://kukubesi.mybsd.org.my:8443/dns-query

Google Chrome

1. Go to Settings → Privacy and Security → Security
2. Scroll to Advanced → Use secure DNS
3. Enable it and select Custom provider
4. Input: https://manis.mybsd.org.my/dns-query

Verification and Testing

To confirm that your DNS settings are working:

• Visit https://www.dnsleaktest.com
• Check if your DNS is now listed as MyBSD
• Visit websites with heavy advertising and observe any reductions
• Evaluate load times for local websites

Troubleshooting Tips

• Slow loading? Try switching between kukubesi and manis
• Ads still showing? Clear browser cache and cookies
• Connection problems? Revert temporarily to ISP DNS to isolate issues

Final Note

The MyBSD DNS service, maintained by the Malaysian FreeBSD community, offers an accessible and efficient way to protect privacy and enhance the browsing experience—particularly for users within Malaysia.

Have you noticed any changes in speed, ad blocking, or general browsing after switching to MyBSD DNS? We encourage you to share your thoughts and feedback.