DNS blocklist ix.dnsbl.manitu.net ends now

[DoctorG]

The free and non-commercial DNS blocklist ix.dnsbl.manitu.net ind Germany, mostly used for spam detection, block of bad mail servers etc. is closed now.

Why? The legal risks are too high for a private person operating such list.

via: https://social.vivaldi.net/@[email protected]/113842660210511934
More:
https://www.dnsbl.com/2025/01/status-of-ixdnsblmanitunet-dead.html
https://hostblogger.de/blog/archives/7353-Die-AEra-der-ix.dnsbl.manitu.net-geht-zu-Ende.html

[Catweazle]

@DoctorG said in DNS blocklist ix.dnsbl.manitu.net ends now:

ix.dnsbl.manitu.net

Andi said:

Key DNS Blocklist Alternatives

With ix.dnsbl.manitu.net shutting down on January 16, 2025, here are the most reliable DNS blocklist alternatives:

Essential Blocklists

• zen.spamhaus.org - Comprehensive but may have false positives
• b.barracudacentral.org - Very reliable enterprise-grade protection
• bl.spamcop.net - Trustworthy with low false positives
• psbl.surriel.com - Effective automated system operating since 2004

Additional Recommended Options

• spam.spamrats.com - Free service focusing on confirmed spam sources
• bl.spameatingmonkey.net - Helps block unknown spam not yet caught by major RBLs
• mail.bl.blocklist.de - Automated blocking based on attack patterns

Important Considerations

• Use local DNS caching to improve performance
• Combine multiple lists for better coverage - aim to block 50-66% of spam
• Monitor for false positives, especially with more aggressive lists
• Some services require registration or have query limits

Sources:

: DirectAdmin Forum
: ServerFault
: Plesk Forums
: DNSBL.com

[3dvs]

@DoctorG yes, much opposition by commercial tech giants.

[Catweazle]

@3dvs, yes, but luckily always a lot of devs releasing things to show the middle finger to these companies, it's a continuos battle since years.