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Secure split-horizon DNS server for homelabs: authoritative + resolver + ad-filtering + DNSSEC + DoT/DoH/DoQ + web UI, in a single Rust binary.
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Nomina – Single Binary DNS and Nameserver with WebUI for Homelabs
by sylwester·Jun 28, 2026·6 points·2 comments
AI Analysis
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Combines BIND and Pi-hole into one Rust binary with split-horizon DNS and DNSSEC signing.
Strengths
- •Merges authoritative DNS server with ad-filtering resolver — normally requires separate tools.
- •Split-horizon views as first-class concept with GeoDNS and ASN-based routing.
- •Single static binary with embedded web UI, database, and support for DoT/DoH/DoQ.
Weaknesses
- •DNS server space is crowded with mature options like CoreDNS and PowerDNS.
- •Homelab audience is narrow, limiting broader adoption potential.
Category
Target Audience
Homelab enthusiasts and self-hosters
Similar To
Pi-hole · AdGuard Home · CoreDNS
Post Description
Hey everyone,
I was always tired of setting up PowerDNS, Bind and PiHole and I am trying to do more projects in Rust, so here is Nomina.
It has:
* Split Horizon DNS (return a different IP/record if remote IP is in a certain network etc)
* DynDNS Support
* Blocklist Integration
* DHCP4+6 Server
* AXFR/IXFR support
* Rewriting of records
It can replace most of the common Home Lab setups incl. PiHole AdBlocking etc.
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