PI-Hole with OpenDNS

🛡️ Pi-hole with Docker and OpenDNS: Ad Blocking & Content Filtering

I set up Pi-hole in Docker with OpenDNS as the upstream DNS to block ads and filter unwanted content across my entire network. It’s a lightweight, portable way to secure DNS traffic while keeping devices ad-free.

🐳 Why Docker?

  • Portability: Easily move the setup between systems

  • Isolation: Keeps configs separate from the host

  • Easy Updates: Version control with Docker images

  • Consistency: Same setup on different environments

🌐 Why OpenDNS?

  • Content Filtering: Block categories like adult content or social media

  • Phishing Protection: Blocks access to malicious sites

  • DNS Security: Adds an extra layer to Pi-hole’s blocklists

✅ Key Benefits:

  • Ad-Free Browsing: Works on all devices, including smart TVs

  • Network-Wide Security: Blocks phishing and malware domains

  • Custom Filtering: Manage settings via the OpenDNS dashboard

Combining Pi-hole and OpenDNS in Docker gives me a reliable, secure, and customizable way to manage network traffic. It’s perfect for improving privacy, speed, and control in any home lab or small office setup.