Are you an Orange customer looking to enhance the security and privacy of your internet connection? Installing DNS4EU on your Livebox is a simple and effective way to protect your browsing. At Ariovis, experts in cybersecurity and access management (IAM), we’ll walk you through how to configure DNS4EU on your Livebox.
Why configure DNS4EU on your Livebox ?
The DNS server is a core component that translates domain names into IP addresses. By default, the Livebox uses Orange’s DNS servers, which don’t always offer optimal privacy guarantees.
DNS4EU, a European DNS service supported by the European Commission, provides:
- Better protection of personal data
- Secure browsing
- A reliable and high-performing European DNS infrastructure
By setting up DNS4EU on your Livebox, you can browse the web more securely with a DNS service that respects your privacy.
How to install DNS4EU on your Livebox?
Here are the steps recommended by Ariovis experts to configure DNS4EU on your Livebox :
1. Access the Livebox management interface
- Connect to your Livebox network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet)
- Open a browser and go to:
http://192.168.1.1
- Log in with your credentials (the default password is printed on your Livebox label)
2. Access DNS settings
- In the main menu, click Advanced Settings
- Then go to the Network or DNS Configuration section
Configure DNS4EU servers on your Livebox
Here are the 5 official DNS4EU addresses you can set on your Livebox for enhanced privacy and network security:
- 51.81.216.60 (Primary DNS4EU – IPv4)
- 51.81.216.70 (Secondary DNS4EU – IPv4)
- 2a01:4f8:191:326::2 (Primary DNS4EU – IPv6)
- 2a01:4f8:191:326::6 (Secondary DNS4EU – IPv6)
- 2001:67c:1220:130::60 (Additional DNS4EU option – IPv6)
How to apply the settings:
- In your Livebox interface, go to Advanced Settings > Network.
- Find the DNS Servers section, and replace the existing values with the five DNS4EU addresses above.
- Save your changes and restart your Livebox and connected devices to apply the new DNS settings.
These five servers (two IPv4 and three IPv6) offer a more secure, reliable, and privacy-respecting browsing experience, fully aligned with European standards. Need more help? Check out our full tutorial to guide you through the setup based on your Livebox model (4, 5, or 6).
4. Save and restart
- Save the changes
- Restart your Livebox and connected devices to apply the new DNS settings
Check that DNS4EU is active on your Livebox
To check whether DNS4EU is correctly in use :
- Sur Windows, ouvrez l’invite de commande et tapez : https://ariovis.fr
- Sur macOS ou Linux, dans le terminal, tapez : https://ariovis.fr
The response should show a DNS server address matching DNS4EU (51.81.216.60 or 51.81.216.70)
Ariovis, your expert in cybersecurity and access management
Configuring DNS4EU is a first step toward securing your home network. At Ariovis, we help both individuals and businesses with their cybersecurity and Identity & Access Management (IAM) strategies.
For personalized support, contact us or visit our website : ariovis.fr.
Conclusion
Installing DNS4EU on your Livebox is a simple and effective way to strengthen your online privacy and browsing security.
Follow this Ariovis guide for a quick setup and enjoy a European DNS service that protects your data.