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Nextdns integration for Claude and Codex

Create a Nextdns connection, then control which Spaces can use its approved tools and data without pasting credentials into prompts or threads.

Use Nextdns from Claude

Add the Nextdns connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use Nextdns from Codex

Add the Nextdns connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use it from every channel in that Space.

Use Nextdns from Sidekick

Connect your own OpenClaw to Sidekick while Type provides the conversations, permissions, connections, skills, and automations.

Security & Identity

What the Nextdns connector can do

NextDNS is a DNS service that enhances internet security and privacy by blocking malicious websites, tracking scripts, and ads before they reach your device.

One connection, many Spaces

Connect Nextdns once, then decide which Spaces can use it in threads, skills, automations, and coding work.

Representative actions

  • Add Allowlist Entry

    Tool to add a domain to the allowlist of a NextDNS profile. Use when allowing specific domains under a profile after obtaining its ID.

  • Add Blocked TLD

    Tool to add a top-level domain to the security blocklist for a NextDNS profile. Use after listing current security settings to ensure the TLD is not already blocked.

  • Add Denylist Domain

    Tool to add a domain to the denylist of a NextDNS profile. Use when blocking specific domains under a profile after obtaining its ID.

  • Add Parental Control Category

    Tool to add a content category to the parental control categories list. Use when you need to add a new category to block or allow specific content types like pornography, gambling, or social networks.

  • Add Parental Control Service

    Tool to add a service to the parental control services list of a NextDNS profile. Use when blocking specific services (like social media platforms) under a profile.

Connection

API and auth details

NextDNS provides a beta API for DNS security and privacy profile management. Integrations can manage profiles, query analytics, stream or download logs, clear logs, inspect profile settings, and use X-Api-Key headers for authenticated API calls.

Source
Type catalog metadata
Auth schemes
API key
Official site
https://nextdns.io/
FAQ

Questions people ask before connecting Nextdns

Can Claude use Nextdns?

Yes. Add a Nextdns connection to a Space that runs Claude, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Can Codex work with Nextdns through Type?

Yes. Add a Nextdns connection to a Space that runs Codex, then use its approved tools and data from any channel in that Space.

Is this the same as a Nextdns MCP server?

Not exactly. Type uses connectors and connections to give selected Spaces access to approved app tools and data. Some connectors use hosted MCP, while others use OAuth, API keys, service accounts, or custom APIs.

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