What is 185.228.168.9?
185.228.168.9 is the primary IP address of CleanBrowsing's Security Filter DNS, a public DNS resolver that blocks malware, phishing, and malicious domains. CleanBrowsing offers three filter levels — Security, Adult, and Family — designed for homes, schools, and businesses that need DNS-level content control.
Privacy note
CleanBrowsing Security Filter in a DNS leak test indicates your network is using this filtered resolver. It is commonly set on home routers by parents or in school networks. A VPN that does not enforce its own DNS may show this address.