Changelog Master Feed Making DNSimple (Changelog Interviews #637)
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Apr 16, 2025 Anthony Eden, Founder & CEO of DNSimple, shares his journey in the domain management landscape. He discusses the evolution of DNSimple from operational DNS to domain registration, addressing customer needs and industry regulations. The conversation also delves into the security challenges in domain management, emphasizing the importance of protecting against cyber threats. Eden highlights the ongoing innovations in top-level domain auctions and the partnership with Let’s Encrypt for automated certificate management, while celebrating 15 years of customer-centric service.
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Focus on DNS First
- DNSimple started as a DNS operations company focusing on developer experience, not a registrar.
- Registration was an afterthought, but over time it became a roughly equal part of the business.
DNS Is Stable but Evolving Slowly
- DNS technology remains largely stable over 15 years due to its foundational internet role.
- Incremental improvements like Service B HTTPS try to enhance DNS routing capabilities rather than overhaul it.
Steady Growth Supports Stability
- DNSimple favors slow, steady growth over rapid scaling to maintain stability and founder's lifestyle.
- The business balances enterprise contracts with developer focus, preferring sustainable growth.