FreeDNS(freedns.afraid.org)
349 points by esher 1 day ago | 89 comments
tl;dr: FreeDNS (afraid.org) is a long-running free DNS hosting service offering dynamic DNS, static DNS, subdomain hosting, URL redirection, backup DNS, and IPv6 reverse DNS, with both free and premium tiers. Dynamic updates are handled via simple HTTP(S) GET requests (e.g., curl to sync.afraid.org), with IPv6 support via a v6 subdomain. The service hosts over 23,000 shared domains and reports 7.1M+ members and 13.8M+ DNS records.
HN Discussion:
  • ↑Long-time satisfied users praising the service's reliability and longevity
  • ~Service is useful but has pain points like missing from public suffix list
  • •Concerns about long-term continuity and what happens if ownership changes
  • •Newcomers asking clarifying questions about use cases and how it compares to other DNS services
  • •Noting design similarity to Hurricane Electric's DNS service