Verify if your system DNS resolver queries are bypassing active proxy and VPN bridges, which exposes your location to ISP logs.
What is a DNS Leak & Why is it Dangerous?
DNS (Domain Name System) is the protocol that translates website domains (like google.com) into numerical IP addresses. A DNS leak occurs when DNS requests bypass your active proxy connection and go directly to your local ISP's servers. Even if your proxy masks your IP address, your ISP can still monitor and log every website you visit.
How to Prevent DNS Leaking
To prevent leaks and maintain privacy, always configure your operating system or browser extension to route all DNS queries through your proxy tunnel. Enabling **DNS over HTTPS (DoH)** inside browser settings encrypts DNS traffic, ensuring queries are completely hidden from ISPs.