Cloudflare, Route 53, BunnyDNS, NS1: picking a managed DNS service in 2026

invalid@example.com (Aior), Aior
Fri, 01 May 2026 07:05:33 +0000
DNS Services

The DNS service decides what's possible​
The "DNS service" was a commodity for years. In 2026 it's a meaningful product decision — different services give you different capabilities (geo-routing, traffic shaping, attack mitigation, programmable behaviour). Below is what to weigh.

The big picks​

Cloudflare DNS — the practical default in 2026. Free tier covers most personal / small-business needs. CNAME flattening at apex. Integrated with Cloudflare's broader security...