DNS (Domain Name System)
How the Domain Name System resolves Stripchat domains and impacts blocking.
Definition
The Domain Name System (DNS) maps human-friendly domains such as stripchat.com to the IP addresses computers need to route traffic. When you visit a site, your device sends a DNS query to a resolver, which walks the hierarchy from root servers to authoritative nameservers and returns the matching IP address. Caches along the way store answers temporarily so repeat lookups are faster.
Why it matters
- Blocking happens at DNS level: ISPs frequently censor Stripchat by manipulating DNS responses, returning errors, or rerouting the domain to a warning page.
- Changing resolvers can bypass filters: Switching to privacy-focused resolvers (Cloudflare, Google, OpenDNS) or using custom DNS records can restore access when your default provider blocks the site.
- Encrypted DNS hides lookups: Protocols such as DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) or DNS-over-TLS (DoT) prevent observers from seeing which domains you query, making it harder to interfere with Stripchat resolution.
Troubleshooting tips
- Flush your operating system's DNS cache after changing servers so outdated records do not persist.
- Confirm the resolver you pick supports the country you need by testing with tools like DNS Checker or Ping Admin.
- Combine secure DNS with a VPN or proxy when possible; encrypted transports stop the ISP from resetting connections even if it recognises Stripchat's IP.