Overview
A stable, credible domain is one of the first things a website needs, even when the site is still just an idea. For developers, students, creators, and early-stage teams, cost often becomes the sticking point. DNSHE is designed to remove that obstacle: it is a completely free domain registration platform, and its domains can be handed over to Cloudflare for enterprise-level resolution speed and security.
That pairing means a project can use a globally distributed network, a smart firewall, and DDoS mitigation without paying for the domain layer. It gives a project a solid, secure starting point.
What DNSHE is
DNSHE is a non-profit domain distribution platform focused on giving developers, students, and open-source enthusiasts a persistent, stable digital identity. It promises to remain free, requires no credit card, and has no hidden charges. It supports all common DNS record types, which helps ideas go live quickly.
Platform notice Domains registered after January 1, 2026 must be manually renewed every 180 days. All services are still free; the renewal step exists only to keep the domain active and does not cost anything.
Invitation code
Invitation code: NM491EBB02
Registration: https://my.dnshe.com/aff.php?aff=24615
Available suffixes
.de5.net — Short and made for geeks. Well suited to personal blogs, portfolios, and open-source project demos.
.us.ci — A natural match for CI/CD automation. Designed for SaaS services, API endpoints, and continuous integration environments.
.cc.cd — A mix of creativity and code. Good for personal brands, design studios, and creative project showcases.
Testing so far shows that only de5.net can be hosted on Cloudflare normally.
Main advantages
🔒 Free permanently
The basic domain service is promised to stay free, with no hidden costs, so every idea can get off the ground without a budget conversation.
🌍 Fast global resolution
An optimized anycast network provides millisecond-level DNS responses worldwide, so visitors can reach the site quickly no matter where they are.
📄 Full record support
A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, SRV, CAA, and other standard record types are supported, covering websites, email, verification, and more.
🛡️ Built-in security
Basic DNS protection and DNSSEC support help guard against hijacking and attacks.
⚙️ Automation and API
A full REST API and Webhook callbacks make it possible to integrate domain management into CI/CD pipelines and automate the whole workflow.
👥 Community (coming soon)
A developer community is being built. It is intended as a place for technical exchange, project sharing, and mutual support.
How to get started
Registering a DNSHE domain and moving it to Cloudflare takes a few steps:
- Visit the DNSHE website and apply for a free domain.
- Once the domain is issued, open the management panel and change the NS records to the nameservers Cloudflare gives you.
- Add the site in Cloudflare and follow the prompts to verify the domain.
- Configure the DNS records you need, then turn on CDN, security protection, and other optional features.
Video walkthroughs
1. Bilibili
2. YouTube
A free domain is only really useful when it works with the tools already in your stack. DNSHE and Cloudflare together offer a zero-cost starting point with reliable resolution and a real security layer, which is enough for many side projects, demos, and early experiments.