Pi-hole
Reverse Proxy & GatewaysBlackhole for Internet advertisements with a GUI for management
Replaces NextDNS
3 self-hosted NextDNS alternatives
NextDNS is a popular proprietary tool in the reverse proxy & gateways space. These open-source apps let you replace NextDNS with software you host and control yourself.
Best self-hosted NextDNS alternatives
Switching from NextDNS
Moving off NextDNS means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.