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CoreDNS

CoreDNS is a DNS server that chains plugins and powers Kubernetes service discovery.

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LicenseApache-2.0
GitHub stars12.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Cncf GraduatedPlugin Dns RouterKubernetes DnsDevopsDns Server Go
Overview

Why consider CoreDNS?

CoreDNS is an open-source, flexible DNS server written in Go, graduated under the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). CoreDNS acts as the default internal DNS resolver for Kubernetes clusters, resolving service endpoints, rewriting queries, and routing records via chained Go plugins.

Guided learning

Learn CoreDNS by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of CoreDNS

CoreDNS routes enterprise and Kubernetes DNS lookups through modular Go middleware plugins.

Docker Quickstart

bash
1docker run -d -p 53:53/udp coredns/coredns -conf Corefile

CoreDNS is licensed under the Apache License Version 2.0.

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CoreDNS FAQs

CoreDNS is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

CoreDNS is listed under the Apache-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

CoreDNS is listed as an alternative to Infoblox. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.