Setting up Smart DNS on macOS (MacBook, iMac, Mac Mini)

There are two ways to set up Smart DNS on macOS:

1. Using a configuration profile
2. Manually

In this guide we will cover both approaches.

How to set up Smart DNS using a configuration profile

1. Download the LivingAbroad.tv config file using this link:

   Click here to download

2. Open the downloaded file. You should see this notification pop up:

   

3. Open System Settings → click Profile Downloaded.

4. A confirmation pop up will open, click Install… at the bottom left.

5. Upon request enter your macOS user password and click OK.

6. You can confirm the profile has been set up successfully by seeing it under General → Device Management.

   

7. Visit your Account page to ensure Smart DNS is now Active.

   

How to set up Smart DNS manually

1. Open System Settings app (Apple menu  → System Settings…)

2. In the left sidebar, click Wi-Fi.

3. Click the Details… button next to the selected network.

   

4. In the window that opens, click the DNS tab.

5. Under DNS Servers:

   • Use the – (minus) button to remove all existing DNS servers.
   • Click the + (plus) button and enter 146.59.198.179.

6. Click OK.

   

7. Visit your Account page to ensure Smart DNS is now Active..

If you've followed all the steps of either of these guides thoroughly and aren't getting a green checkmark on your Account page please refer this troubleshooting guide.