Why DoQ
Lower latency
QUIC's 0-RTT resumption lets repeat connections skip a full round trip, so lookups start faster than over TCP-based DoH or DoT.
No head-of-line blocking
Each QUIC stream is independent. A single lost packet only stalls its own query, not every other lookup sharing the connection like it does on TCP.
Encrypted transport
Every DoQ session is encrypted end to end, so your DNS lookups are sealed against on-path snooping the same way DoH and DoT are.
No-log by design
AEU DNS keeps no query logs on any transport, DoQ included — nothing to retain, nothing to hand over, nothing to leak.
Resistant to blocking
QUIC runs over UDP/443, the same port as HTTP/3 traffic, making DoQ harder to fingerprint and block than protocols tied to a dedicated port.
Post-quantum key exchange
The transport uses X25519MLKEM768 key exchange, so DoQ sessions stay private even against future quantum computers.
How to enable it
DoQ is already live on every AEU DNS edge node — there is nothing to wait for. Create a free account, open Setup and pick DNS-over-QUIC for your device; you get your DNS profile and a personal certificate on first login, and most people finish in about two minutes.
DoQ vs DoH vs DoT — how they compare
| Metric | DoQ | DoH | DoT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latency | Lowest (0-RTT) | Good | Good |
| Encrypted | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Head-of-line blocking | No | Yes | Yes |
| Transport | UDP (QUIC) | TCP | TCP |
Switch to DoQ in about two minutes
Create a free account, get your DNS profile and a personal certificate, and enable DNS-over-QUIC on any device.
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Frequently asked questions
What is DNS over QUIC?
DNS-over-QUIC (DoQ) carries DNS queries over the QUIC transport protocol instead of plain UDP/53 or TCP. QUIC is encrypted by default, supports 0-RTT connection resumption, and multiplexes independent streams so one lost packet does not stall every query on the connection.
Does AEU DNS support DoQ today?
Yes. DoQ is live on every AEU DNS edge node right now, alongside native DoH3, DoH, DoT and classic DNS53 — it is not a future feature. Enable it from the Setup page after creating a free account.
Is DoQ faster than DoH/DoT?
DoQ typically starts lookups faster thanks to QUIC's 0-RTT handshake, and it avoids the TCP head-of-line blocking that can slow DoH and DoT when packets are lost, especially on unstable networks.
Is it no-log?
Yes. AEU DNS keeps no query logs on any transport, DoQ included, and the transport itself uses post-quantum key exchange (X25519MLKEM768) so lookups stay private today and against future quantum computers.
Do I need special software to use DoQ?
You need a DNS client or operating system that supports DoQ. AEU DNS gives you a ready-to-use configuration on the Setup page for supported devices, with your personal certificate generated automatically.