PHAndroid Oreo and older versions don't allow changing DNS for cellular connections. You need to change the DNS settings in the WiFi connection. That being said, it will only work on WiFi networks and is recommended for advanced users.
Here's the guide on editing DNS on stock Android OS (Android 8.1 and earlier).
1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Tap Network & internet, and then Wi-Fi.
3. Select your current WiFi to modify it.
4. Tick the "Show advanced options" check box.
5. Change "IP settings," from "DHCP" to "Static."
6. Add the DNS servers' IPs to the "DNS 1" and "DNS 2" fields. Below are some public DNS that you can use free of cost.
7. Press the "Save" button for changes to take effect.
Changing DNS on older Android versions can be really annoying for some users. They have to configure it manually every time they connect to a new WiFi network, and add to that misery that it doesn't work on mobile networks.
Aside from the benefits mentioned above, changing your DNS can also help fix several internet issues. There are times when fixed broadband (PLDT, Globe, Converge) or mobile internet (Globe, TM, Smart, TNT, Sun, GOMO, DITO) have an intermittent connection. You may also experience fluctuating ping on mobile games. Changing your DNS may stabilize your internet connection.
Here's the guide on editing DNS on stock Android OS (Android 8.1 and earlier).
1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Tap Network & internet, and then Wi-Fi.
3. Select your current WiFi to modify it.
4. Tick the "Show advanced options" check box.
5. Change "IP settings," from "DHCP" to "Static."
6. Add the DNS servers' IPs to the "DNS 1" and "DNS 2" fields. Below are some public DNS that you can use free of cost.
8.8.8.8 / 8.8.4.4 - Google Public DNS (faster, more efficient, and more secure)94.140.14.14 / 94.140.15.15 - AdGuard (blocks ads and malicious websites)208.67.222.222 / 208.67.220.220 - OpenDNS (blocks phishing sites)1.1.1.1 / 1.0.0.1 - Cloudflare DNS service (improves internet speed)7. Press the "Save" button for changes to take effect.
Changing DNS on older Android versions can be really annoying for some users. They have to configure it manually every time they connect to a new WiFi network, and add to that misery that it doesn't work on mobile networks.
Aside from the benefits mentioned above, changing your DNS can also help fix several internet issues. There are times when fixed broadband (PLDT, Globe, Converge) or mobile internet (Globe, TM, Smart, TNT, Sun, GOMO, DITO) have an intermittent connection. You may also experience fluctuating ping on mobile games. Changing your DNS may stabilize your internet connection.
