Mainstay Technologies
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Manchester, USA
Mainstay Technologies switched from Cisco Umbrella to DNSFilter to improve DNS protection and support for their 215 clients. The team needed... a responsive partner and a platform built for MSP workflows. DNSFilter's multi-tenant portal and reliable support enabled fast onboarding and consistent security across 10,000 endpoints. DNSFilter became a mandatory part of Mainstay's cybersecurity stack, helping meet compliance needs for CMMC and HIPAA. The solution gave Mainstay's SOC better visibility and simplified operations at scale.
Frederix Hotspot GmbH
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Hanover, Germany
DNSFilter helped Frederix Hotspot GmbH deliver scalable content filtering for public Wi-Fi networks. Frederix needed a solution that could handle... HTTPS filtering without breaking certificate chains or requiring client-side installs. DNSFilter provided easy onboarding, a robust API, and fast support. The platform enabled Frederix to manage remote networks and enforce flexible content policies for cities, schools, and municipalities. DNSFilter’s features, like AppAware and Safe Search, improved child protection and threat blocking at the DNS layer.
ArcLight Group
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Tulsa, USA
ArcLight Group, an MSP in Tulsa, supports 1,300 Windows devices for healthcare clients. They needed a security solution that was... easy to manage and MSP-friendly. After trying Cisco Umbrella, they switched to DNSFilter for its intuitive interface and fast deployment. ArcLight Group has not experienced a security incident in over five years since using DNSFilter. The product blocks threats and is easy to roll out across client devices.
5th Gear Technology Concepts
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Nashville, USA
DNSFilter helped 5th Gear Technology Concepts, an MSP in Nashville, protect their clients from online threats. The company needed a... reliable DNS filtering solution to block malicious sites and unwanted content. After switching back to DNSFilter, they saw fewer false positives and faster deployments. Customers noticed improved network speed and security. The MSP can now onboard new clients in under 10 minutes using DNSFilter's dashboard and policies.
Archway Computer
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
USA
Archway Computer, a leading MSP for insurance agencies, needed strong DNS security for their clients. They used DNSFilter to protect... sensitive data and meet compliance needs. DNSFilter was easy to deploy and did not slow down legacy systems. Archway Computer now includes DNSFilter for every IT client, reducing risk and giving peace of mind. Clients value the added protection and reputation safety.
ArcLight Group
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Tulsa, USA
ArcLight Group, an MSP in Tulsa, uses DNSFilter to protect 1,300 Windows devices for healthcare clients. They switched from Cisco... Umbrella to DNSFilter for its MSP-friendly features and easy management. ArcLight has not seen a security incident in over five years, thanks to DNSFilter and a layered security stack. The product helps block malicious sites and supports endpoint protection for traveling users. DNSFilter enables fast deployment and seamless security for MSPs.
DNSFilter blocked a fileless attack for FixFinder, a security-focused MSP. The platform provided detailed DNS logs that helped FixFinder understand... the threat. A fake CAPTCHA targeted a research firm, but DNSFilter stopped the attack. The solution offered both protection and visibility for the MSP.
Tech Team Solutions
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
Virginia, USA
DNSFilter helped Tech Team Solutions, a Virginia-based MSP, protect clients from malicious content and unwanted links. The team found DNSFilter... easy to install, even in active directory environments where competitors failed. DNSFilter now blocks about 0.2% of total DNS requests for their clients, reducing IT issues and support tickets. The solution gives both Tech Team Solutions and their clients peace of mind and long-term cybersecurity protection. The company values DNSFilter’s responsive support and strong business relationship.
FixFinder
- Information Technology And Services
- Small
USA
DNSFilter blocked a fileless malware attack for FixFinder, a security-focused MSP. The attack targeted a 200-employee research firm client through... a fake CAPTCHA and PowerShell payload. DNSFilter’s real-time DNS logs revealed the threat and stopped the payload before it reached the endpoint. The incident response took less than 30 minutes, with no disruption to the client’s work. DNSFilter’s AI-driven filtering protected all users by blocking malicious and new domains.
Education Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with DNSFilter
Indiana Wesleyan University
- Education
- Large
Marion, USA
DNSFilter helped Indiana Wesleyan University protect over 10,000 students and staff. The university faced challenges with shadow IT and lacked... visibility into network traffic. DNSFilter provided affordable content filtering and threat protection, allowing the IT team to enforce compliance and block risky applications. The AppAware feature helped control software usage among employees. DNSFilter's dashboard enabled the team to quickly identify and respond to threats, improving campus security.
Fresno Unified School District
- Education
- Very Large
Fresno, USA
DNSFilter helped Fresno Unified School District protect over 35,000 student devices. The district needed to block inappropriate and malicious sites... as part of its eLearning Companion Device Initiative. DNSFilter enabled fast deployment and easy management of content filtering. The solution blocked over 700,000 deceptive sites monthly. Support calls about content filtering dropped, and students could safely use devices for learning at home and in school.
DNSFilter helped Indiana Wesleyan University protect 10,000 students and staff at the DNS level. The university faced shadow IT and... lacked network visibility. DNSFilter offered affordable content filtering and threat protection. The IT team deployed DNSFilter agents for employees and used firewall-level controls for students. AppAware blocked risky apps and enforced compliance. DNSFilter improved security and privacy while respecting student rights.
Hospitality Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with DNSFilter
A global luxury hotel company
- Hospitality
- Very Large
DNSFilter helped a global luxury hotel company block child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and secure guest Wi-Fi across more than 1,000 properties. The company needed... a privacy-first solution to protect millions of guests without tracking individuals. DNSFilter was chosen for its default CSAM blocking and fast, global rollout. In the first year, the system blocked 331,000 CSAM attempts and resolved 391 billion DNS requests. The hotel brand now uses DNSFilter data to identify high-risk properties and improve guest safety.
DNSFilter helped Oetker Collection protect 1,000 remote devices across 10 hotels. The hospitality group needed a web filtering solution after... switching antivirus providers. DNSFilter's Roaming Client was easy to deploy and worked with their VPN. The interstitial page feature blocked malicious domains in real time, stopping phishing attacks. IT teams used DNSFilter's API to monitor and improve security habits at each hotel.
Construction Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with DNSFilter
Kelley Bros
- Construction
- Medium
Syracuse, USA
DNSFilter helped Kelley Bros protect 260 employees from cyber threats. Kelley Bros switched from OpenDNS after a major price increase... and slow support. DNSFilter offered simple pricing and easy setup. The solution blocks phishing, malware, and ransomware across 25 offices and remote workers. IT managers use DNSFilter for better reporting and to block entire domain types. Kelley Bros values DNSFilter’s transparency and strong security features.
Industrial Refrigeration Pros (IR Pros)
- Construction
- Medium
USA
DNSFilter stopped a phishing attack at Industrial Refrigeration Pros. An employee clicked a malicious link that bypassed email and endpoint... security. DNSFilter blocked the DNS query in real time, preventing access to the harmful site. This avoided a disruptive incident response and kept business running smoothly. IR Pros now sees fewer phishing attacks since deploying DNSFilter across all Windows computers.
Retail Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with DNSFilter
Large F500 global retail organization
- Retail
- Very Large
DNSFilter secured public Wi-Fi across 5,500 retail stores for a large F500 organization. The company needed fast, scalable protection for... its many locations. DNSFilter deployed web filtering and threat protection in just 28 days. The multi-tenant feature let the team manage all stores from one dashboard. Staff found the tool easy to use and became self-sufficient. Security improved and user satisfaction was high.
Triangle Communications
- Telecommunications
- Small
Havre, USA
DNSFilter helped Triangle Communications, a rural Montana ISP, block malware and phishing threats for over 17,000 subscribers. The company needed... an extra security layer to protect remote employees and end-users. DNSFilter's solution stopped credential harvesting attacks that other tools missed. The service was easy to implement and paid for itself by preventing costly compromises. Triangle Communications now recommends DNS filtering for every business and home.
Healthcare system
- Hospital & Health Care
- Large
DNSFilter replaced Cisco Umbrella for a large healthcare system. The customer needed to secure guest Wi-Fi, corporate, and BYOD networks... while saving money. DNSFilter offered similar security features at a much lower cost, saving the customer over $100,000. Implementation took just two hours with minimal disruption. The healthcare system now enjoys strong malware protection and compliance, with easy management and high satisfaction.
Other Industry Case Studies and Success Stories with DNSFilter
A Fortune 500 company
- Very Large
DNSFilter replaced Cisco Umbrella for a Fortune 500 company with over 13,000 employees. The company needed stronger DNS threat protection... after concerns about data breaches. In a 24-hour test, DNSFilter blocked 432 threat domains, while Cisco Umbrella blocked only 26.8% of those. DNSFilter achieved a 97% match rate with VirusTotal, confirming high accuracy. The company switched to DNSFilter for better real-time threat detection and fewer false positives.
