This PowerShell script is designed to help you manage the DNSCrypt service on your Windows system. DNSCrypt is a tool that encrypts your DNS traffic to enhance privacy and security.
Before using this script, please make sure you have the following:
- DNSCrypt Proxy installed on your system.
- Administrator privileges to run this script.
- Replace the Path: Before running the script, ensure that you replace the path to the
dnscrypt-proxy-win64-2.1.5\win64directory with the correct path to your DNSCrypt Proxy installation.
# Change directory
Set-Location "C:\dnscrypt-proxy-win64-2.1.5\win64"-
Run as Administrator: Right-click the script and select "Run as administrator" to ensure it has the necessary permissions.
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Execute the Script: Run the script, and it will check if the DNSCrypt Proxy is running. Depending on the status, it will either start or stop the service and configure DNS settings accordingly.
Note: If you are using a different version of DNSCrypt Proxy, make sure to adjust the path accordingly.
This script requires administrative privileges to execute successfully. If you encounter any issues, ensure that you are running it as an administrator.