--- title: Webroot DNS Protection Reviews meta\_title: 'Webroot DNS Protection Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 86 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Webroot DNS Protection works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.4 review\_count: 86 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-07' parent\_category: name: Network Security url: https://www.g2.com/categories/network-security --- # Webroot DNS Protection Reviews & Product Details Claimed ###### Profile Status This profile is currently managed by Webroot DNS Protection but has limited features. Are you part of the Webroot DNS Protection team? [Upgrade your plan](https://sell.g2.com) to enhance your branding and engage with visitors to your profile! What if you could stop up to 88% of known malware BEFORE it hit endpoints and networks? Well, you can. Webroot® DNS Protection works at the DNS layer to prevent malicious traffic and block malware before it infiltrates your networks, endpoints, and end users. Plus, it’s the first DNS filtering product on the market to combine privacy and security by handling DNS over HTTPS (DoH) requests. Here’s a real-world testimonial from a Webroot partner case study: “We blocked 135,470 risky DNS lookups in the first 30 days.” – Bobby Sowder, Director of Client Success, Greystone Technology With over 5000 endpoints under management, Greystone Technology has seen first-hand how a layered approach to cybersecurity makes their business and customers more resilient against cyber threats. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Powered by the proprietary Webroot® Platform, our proprietary threat intelligence architecture that is trusted by industry-leading network and security providers worldwide, DNS Protection is a lightweight, easy-to-implement domain filtering service designed to improve security with more granular control over internet access. Get the visibility and control you need to successfully stop cyberattacks at the DNS layer — before they hit your business or clients. * * * Seller [OpenText](https://www.g2.com/sellers/opentext) Discussions [Webroot DNS Protection Community](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/discuss) Languages Supported English Solution Type Best-of-Breed Overview by Keenan Humphrey (Webroot Community Specialist) Show More ## Value at a Glance Averages based on real user reviews. ### Time to Implement 2 months ### Return on Investment 9 months [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Cisco Umbrella](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Cisco Umbrella") Cisco Umbrella 4.4/5(284) ](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-umbrella/reviews) [ ![DNSFilter](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "DNSFilter") DNSFilter 4.6/5(272) ](https://www.g2.com/products/dnsfilter/reviews) [ ![WebTitan Web Filter](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "WebTitan Web Filter") WebTitan Web Filter 4.3/5(85) ](https://www.g2.com/products/webtitan-web-filter/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 86 real user reviews. Implementation Time 2 months Perceived Cost $$$$$ [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) GG George G. Data Center Manager Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/7/2021 "The easiest way to filter web traffic for mobile and desktops from one console" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? The ability of DNS filtering for routers/access points etc Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? There is nothing in particular that I dislike Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: Go for it, its one of the easier ways to protect web access. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? I am able to protect my users from malignant websites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") AI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 6/25/2020 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "Excellent Product for a more stable PC and network environment" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? When the Webroot DNSP policies are configured properly, it can result in having a very stable PC. This may sound strange, but it's amazing how much troubles there are on PC's with full access to every website, and are not protected from Malicious websites and downloads. Webroot DNSP blocks malicious sites together with any other Category of sites you may choose to block. This combination is powerful and results in keeping the PC's stable as it prevents downloading content from Malicious and inappropriate websites. What I also like is how fast and easy the DNSP agent installs when used together with Webroot Endpoint Protection, once the Webroot Policy is configured in the Webroot GSM console and applied to the endpoint. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? \* I dislike currently the time it takes to update changes to the DNSP policies and the white or blacklisting of URL's... approx 15 minutes. I do believe Webroot is working on reducing this time. \* It's also a bit disappointing that there's no DNSP agent available for Mobile devices, but when it's configured at a network level, then mobile devices are protected when they are connected to the same network. This is however not always possible if you or your customer do not have a static public IP. \* The GSM console currently lacks visibility of the overall status and operation of the DNSP agent. It would be great if this could be more easily monitored and alerted on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? As an MSP, Webroot DNS Protection together with Webroot Endpoint Protection has been invaluable to me for protecting me and my customers PC's and keeping them stable. This has resulted in reducing unnecessary Support Tickets and freeing up my time to concentrate on more important and critical Support Tickets. Webroot just recently released another layer of defense which is called Evasion Shield. This is a great addition and compliments DNS Protection since it blocks malicious scripts. So in Summary DNS Protection = More Stable PC's and Network + More Free Time + Less Support Tickets Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") EI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 2/15/2021 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "From my experience, easy to deploy and highly effective" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? Securing at the DNS lookup layer rather than simply URL good/bad level. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? Can create some challenges with VPN's however these are resolvable in most cases. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: I'd definitely recommend you add Webroot DNS protection to a list of solutions to shortlist and trial to see if it fits your needs and requirements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? Protecting against DNS hijacking at router or gateway level as the machine uses Webroot as the trusted DNS provider. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Computer & Network Security](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Computer & Network Security") AC Verified User in Computer & Network Security Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 2/6/2021 "Offers protection for DNS connections against cyber attacks invisible to users!" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? Easy to roll out, easy to manage for those machines that just need Internet access and of course an extra layer of protection. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? It is a bit tricky using the webroot dns protection via multiple VPN connections. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: Eyes closed! It is the perfect solution to strengthen your security before even the threat reaches you! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? We have added an extra layer on defense before any data reach our edge firewall! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") AI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/5/2021 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "Great addition to our security stack" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? There is a real ease of use to this solution. It's easy to implement, a doddle to deploy and perfect to protect the web browsing of your employees Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? I haven't seen any dislikes from the product at the moment Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? The benefits have been amazing. If you have a user who likes to click on everything they receive then this is perfect to help protect them Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") AI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/5/2021 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "DNS Protection Made Quick and Easy" 4/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? Webroot DNS Protection is easy to set up, configure and deploy. Perfect for helping businesses stay protected Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? Not quite as full-featured as something like PiHole, but does great for everything it can do. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: Great product and easy to manage. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? Helping businesses stay locked down and protected, also helps keep down on phishing and other common web issues Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Georgios G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Georgios G.") GG Georgios G. Systems and Network Administrator Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 5/26/2020 "No more unwanted web traffic" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? ease of configuration and that it comes along with the endpoint agent Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? How the network device licensing works. I need to protect many wifi points Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? Save web traffic and protect users from malicious websites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 9/28/2020 Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Computer & Network Security](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Computer & Network Security") UC Verified User in Computer & Network Security Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 3/15/2021 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "Webroot DNS review" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? It's very simple to use and the integrations help. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? Limited understanding of roadmap and features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? An additional layer for security for our customers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Accounting](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Accounting") AA Verified User in Accounting Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/22/2021 "Webroot is awesome" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? service is fast, lightweight and easy to set up and manage Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? There's nothing i dislike about webroot dns protection Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: Its a great product Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? Easy to manage Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 3/9/2021 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ![Verified User in Law Practice](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Law Practice") AL Verified User in Law Practice Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/13/2021 "DNS protection" 5/5 What do you like best about Webroot DNS Protection? Ability to block site categories such as adult content Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Webroot DNS Protection? I have yet to discover anything to dislike currently Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Webroot DNS Protection: Do the course webroot provide. It is very useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Webroot DNS Protection solving and how is that benefiting you? Ability to block adult content Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 2/19/2021 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 Gives Campaign ## Questions about Webroot DNS Protection? Ask real users or explore answers from the community Get practical answers, real workflows, and honest pros and cons from the G2 community or share your insights. [ Ask about Webroot DNS Protection ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/discussions/new) ![Verified User](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User") G2 Verified User • Last activity over 6 years ago Who is Webroot SecureAnywhere® DNS Protection for? 1 Upvote 1 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/who-is-webroot-secureanywhere-dns-protection-for) ![Verified User](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User") G2 Verified User • Last activity over 6 years ago Do I need to install an agent to manage DNS Protection? 1 Upvote 1 [ Join the conversation ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/do-i-need-to-install-an-agent-to-manage-dns-protection) [ View all Discussions ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/discuss) ## Pricing Insights Averages based on real user reviews. ### Time to Implement 2 months ### Return on Investment 9 months ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/pricing) Webroot DNS Protection Comparisons ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_17d330a37bc2914fb3e2655da70c7a34/cisco-umbrella.png "Product Avatar Image") Cisco Umbrella 4.4/5(284) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/cisco-umbrella-vs-opentext-webroot-dns-protection) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_0c2a1c4d49999e3fd307b8ab0b1fe7af/dnsfilter.jpg "Product Avatar Image") DNSFilter 4.6/5(272) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/dnsfilter-vs-opentext-webroot-dns-protection) ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_373119eef0e7e070946a2605069e12a7/webtitan-web-filter.png "Product Avatar Image") WebTitan Web Filter 4.3/5(85) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/webtitan-web-filter-vs-opentext-webroot-dns-protection) ##### ##### Webroot DNS Protection Features Protection DNS Protection Quarantine Continuous Monitoring Functionality DNS Lookups Threat Intelligence Advanced Traffic Filtering Administration Whitelisting Policy Enforcement Incident Reports [ View More Features ](https://www.g2.com/products/opentext-webroot-dns-protection/features) ##### Categories on G2 [DDoS Protection](https://www.g2.com/categories/ddos-protection)[DNS Security Solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/dns-security-solutions) ##### Explore More [What are the most popular payroll software options?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-most-popular-payroll-software-options)[Top-rated AI tools for creating training videos](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-top-rated-ai-tools-for-creating-training-videos-for-small-businesses)[Popular data observability tools](https://www.g2.com/discussions/popular-data-observability-tools) [What's the best value employee identity theft protection app for remote workers?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-s-the-best-value-employee-identity-theft-protection-app-for-remote-workers)[Best audit management software for small businesses](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-s-the-best-audit-management-software-for-small-businesses)[What K-12 student information systems are easiest to use for teachers and non-technical administrative staff?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-k-12-student-information-systems-are-easiest-to-use-for-teachers-and-non-technical-administrative-staff) [Show MoreShow Less](javascript:void(0);)