The Google IPv6 DNS addresses are 2001:4860:4860::8888 and 2001:4860:4860::8844. These are the official public DNS resolvers provided by Google for devices configured to use the IPv6 protocol.
Google Public DNS offers a reliable and fast way to look up the IP addresses associated with domain names (like translating "google.com" into an IP address). While commonly known for its IPv4 addresses (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4), Google also provides dedicated addresses for the newer IPv6 standard, which is crucial as the internet expands.
Here's a quick overview of Google Public DNS addresses:
| Protocol | Primary Address | Secondary Address |
|---|---|---|
| IPv4 | 8.8.8.8 | 8.8.4.4 |
| IPv6 | 2001:4860:4860::8888 | 2001:4860:4860::8844 |
Using Google IPv6 DNS
When configuring your network settings on a router, computer, or other device, you can specify these IPv6 addresses as your preferred DNS servers.
- Primary IPv6 DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8888
- Secondary IPv6 DNS: 2001:4860:4860::8844
Full IPv6 Address Format
It's important to note that the double colon (::) in IPv6 addresses is a shorthand to represent consecutive groups of zeros. As mentioned in the Google documentation, some devices or network configurations may require the full, non-abbreviated format of the IPv6 addresses.
The full, explicit forms are:
- Primary (Full): 2001:4860:4860:0000:0000:0000:0000:8888
- Secondary (Full): 2001:4860:4860:0000:0000:0000:0000:8844
If you encounter issues using the abbreviated format, try inputting the full addresses.
For more detailed information on configuring and using Google Public DNS, including both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, you can visit the official Google Public DNS documentation.
