PKDNS: A DNS server providing self-sovereign and censorship-resistant domain names
Owning your online identity and domain without interference from central authorities is now a reality. PKDNS is a cutting-edge DNS server powered by the Pubky Core identity layer, enabling self-sovereign domains that put control back in your hands. With PKDNS, your domain is truly yours — secure, decentralized, and resistant to censorship.
PKDNS is a decentralized DNS server that integrates the capabilities of the Pubky Core protocol. It functions just like a regular DNS server — you can configure your computer to use PKDNS, and it will resolve traditional websites as usual. But here’s the game-changer: PKDNS allows you to resolve Pubky websites, which are domains represented by public keys.
In the traditional DNS system, domain names are controlled by centralized entities like ICANN and country-specific authorities. These organizations have the power to approve, revoke, or censor domains, often leading to issues of control and censorship.
With PKDNS, you own your domain outright. Your domain is tied to a public key derived from a seed phrase — much like a Bitcoin wallet. This means:
