Newb: I set secure DNS to Mullvad DNS. Since I can't afford a VPN, I do my web searches on Tor browser.

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[–] 1 point 1 year ago (3 children)

How would the website know that you are using a custom DNS provider?

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  • [–] 5 points 1 year ago* (2 children)

    redirecting you to a unique subdomain and watch which resolver comes calling. that's how ipleak and co. check for DNS leaks.

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