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How to configure a router with Padavan firmware to work with Dynamic DNS

Padavan — is a firmware for routers based on OpenWrt. It is provided as an alternative to standard firmware from manufacturers and allows to improve the functionality and performance of devices.

Setting up DDNS

Screenshot of DDNS settings in Padavan

DDNS settings in the Padavan router

Open the settings of your device (for example, a router), usually this is http://192.168.0.1 and configure according to the description:

  • Service profile:

    pick custom

  • DDNS server (FQDN или IP):

    dynupdate.alviy.com

  • URL path for update:

    nic/update?hostname=

  • Host Name:

    Name of your domain

  • User Name:

    you login (email or username)

  • Password:

    credentials

Alternative to DynDNS protocol

Not always the router has all the capabilities for the desired DDNS settings. In this case, there are two options for regularly updating the address:

  • Call a GET request to the Secure Update URL, which can be found in the settings of each DynDNS domain at https://cloud.alviy.com/ddns/
  • Use client software - DUC (Dynamic Update Client), more details at page
Choose domain