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Yamu Global Server Load Balancing

Paid#40 of 64 in GeoDNS Services

Yamu Global Server Load Balancing: Topology-aware DNS steering and failover for multi-data-center and hybrid-cloud environments. Ranked #40 of 64 in GeoDNS Services by our editors (5.2/10); pricing: Pricing on request; best for enterprises needing topology-aware DNS failover.

5.2/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
5.2 / 10
Pricing
Pricing on request
Best for
Enterprises needing topology-aware DNS failover
Routing methods
Geographic
Founded
2003 · Shanghai, China
Facts checked
23 Oct 2026

Where it wins
- Topology rules steer users toward nearby or better-performing nodes.
- Multi-protocol health monitoring supports automatic failover.
- DNS protections, auditing, and bulk configuration tools are included.
Where it doesn't
- Self-hosted deployment may not suit teams seeking a managed service.
- Purchasing requires contacting sales.
- API-only platform listing may not fit teams seeking a graphical interface.

Our verdict on Yamu Global Server Load Balancing

Yamu Global Server Load Balancing is a DNS security and traffic-management system for organizations running services across multiple data centers or hybrid-cloud environments. Its topology-aware scheduling is designed to direct users toward nearby or better-performing nodes, while health monitoring and automatic failover can steer traffic away from failed links or services. The product is aimed at mid-market and enterprise organizations that need centralized DNS traffic management and can operate a self-hosted system.

Its core strength is the combination of topology rules, health checks, and failover. Monitoring supports multiple protocols and strategies, and EDNS Client Subnet support adds a way to account for client network information when scheduling traffic. DNS DDoS protection and rate limiting complement the traffic-management functions. Centralized management, automated inspections, fault recovery, query logging, auditing, and tracing cover operational oversight; bulk configuration changes and migration support are also listed. These functions make the product a fit for teams managing distributed infrastructure, rather than organizations looking only for basic DNS hosting.

Yamu lists self-hosted deployment and API support, with email and phone support channels. The pricing model is contact sales, so buyers should expect to discuss purchasing directly with the vendor rather than select a published self-serve plan. The API-focused platform listing and self-hosted model may be a poor match for teams that want a managed service or a graphical control panel. Enterprises needing topology-aware scheduling, DNS protections, and automated failover should consider it; teams with simpler DNS needs or a preference for managed operations should look elsewhere.

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Yamu Global Server Load Balancing pricing

Plans Pricing on requestPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 23 Oct 2026.

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Yamu Global Server Load Balancing fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Not verified
Routing methods	Geographic
Health checks	Yes
Failover routing	Yes
Health-check regions	Not verified
Steering rules	Not verified
DNSSEC support	Not verified
Query logging	Yes
Deployment	Self-hosted
Support	Email, Phone
Built for	Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Pricing on request
Website	yamu.com
Facts checked	23 Oct 2026

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