The current version of dnscrypt-proxy is 2.1.18 (as of 18/07/2026). patchletter checks the official source daily and emails you new releases.
dnscrypt-proxy at a glance
dnscrypt-proxy is a locally running DNS proxy that secures name resolution through encrypted protocols. It supports DNSCrypt v2, DNS-over-HTTPS over TLS and QUIC, Anonymized DNSCrypt, and Oblivious DoH, and can be combined with block lists to filter ads, trackers, and malicious domains. Administrators run it on servers, gateways, or individual workstations, often alongside resolvers such as Pi-hole or Unbound.
It is distributed as releases in the GitHub project: precompiled binaries for many operating systems and architectures, together with a changelog. There is no automatic updater; new builds are applied manually or through a package manager.
Before switching, back up the configuration file, as options and defaults can change between builds. After updating, review the selected resolvers, the block lists, and caching behavior. The changelog lists new switches and, occasionally, removed options that would otherwise prevent the proxy from starting.
Version history & changelog · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.1.18 | STABLE | 18/07/2026 | Release notes → |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the latest version of dnscrypt-proxy?
- dnscrypt-proxy 2.1.18, released 18/07/2026. patchletter checks the vendor's official source daily for new releases.
- Where can I find the dnscrypt-proxy release notes?
- The version history above links to the vendor's official release notes where the vendor publishes them. patchletter deliberately stores no vendor full texts.
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