Knot DNS

Knot DNS is a high-performance authoritative DNS server that supports all the key features of a modern domain name system.

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A fast, stable, authoritative DNS server designed to handle high traffic

Knot DNS handles extreme volumes of DNS queries without any performance fluctuations. Thanks to its efficient use of hardware, DNSSEC support, and lock-free architecture, it is suitable for critical infrastructure and demanding production environments.

100+ Gbps

XDP mode enables high performance even with a single server instance

Deployed on both Root and TLD

Suitable for use in high-traffic areas

Advanced DNSSEC

Support for fully automated DNSSEC security

Modular architecture

The server can be expanded with custom modules

Main advantages

Open source

Knot DNS is open source and free to download and use. The source code is available under the GPL license.

Extensive features

Knot DNS supports advanced DNS features, including DNSSEC, dynamic updates, RRL, and quick reconfiguration without restarting the service.

Top-notch performance

The DNS Knot is designed for high performance and continuous operation. Thanks to its lock-free architecture, it achieves very fast response times even under heavy load.

Safe and stable

The code is continuously tested using an extensive set of tests to ensure stability and compatibility and to prevent security issues and performance degradation.

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Advanced support

  • Professional Support (SLA, NDA) –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for both routine and demanding operations

  • Community support –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ quick help from the community and the team

  • Open source

Frequently asked questions

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Kateřina Chmelová
Director of Sales

katerina.chmelova@nic.cz
+420 724 125 565

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