DNS (Domain Name System) is how browsers find your website — and while most domain registrars include free DNS, there’s also something called premium DNS.

Premium DNS usually means faster resolution times, extra redundancy, and protection against DDoS attacks. Your site loads faster and is less likely to go offline due to DNS failures.

For most small websites or blogs, free DNS works fine. But if you’re running an e-commerce store or high-traffic site, the extra reliability is worth considering.

It’s especially useful if you have a global audience. Premium DNS uses multiple servers around the world, so visitors connect faster from any location.

If you're unsure whether you need it, best vps hosting breaks down when premium DNS makes sense and which hosts include it in their plans.