{"id":44985,"date":"2026-02-04T09:29:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T06:29:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/?p=44985"},"modified":"2026-02-09T15:56:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T12:56:16","slug":"how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently","title":{"rendered":"How to Block Adult Websites on My Phone Permanently (for Android Owners)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Discovering effective strategies on how to block adult websites on my phone permanently can provide peace of mind for parents striving to create a safe online environment for their children.<\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s difficult to identify a specific figure, there are nearly two hundred million adult-content websites worldwide. If you have kids, you may be especially keen to block adult content on your phone to prevent your children from stumbling across an inappropriate site\u2014or letting their curiosity get the better of them<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014and protect their well-being online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll find everything you need to know below on how to block adult websites on your Android phone\u2014permanently. Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n<h2>Contents:<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"contents\">\n<li><a href=\"#How\">How to Block Adult Websites on My Android Phone Permanently<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Install\">Install a Parental Control App<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Using\">Using Free Website-Blocking Apps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Using2\">Using Router-Level Restrictions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Install2\">Install a Safe Browser<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Enable\">Enable Web Filters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Free\">What is the Best Free App for Blocking Adult Websites?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#How2\">How to Block Adult Content on Google?<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#Use\">Use the Google Play Restrictions\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Turn\">Turn on Google Chrome SafeSearch<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#FAQ\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"How\">How to Block Adult Websites on My Android Phone Permanently<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_41946\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-41946\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-41946\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2022\/12\/kiberbezopasnost.jpg\" alt=\"how to block adults websites on my phone permanently\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-41946\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">New Africa\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a concerned parent or simply want to create a safer online environment for yourself, we\u2019ve got you covered<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here\u2019s a detailed guide on exactly how to block 18+ websites on Android mobile phones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these simple steps to permanently <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">block content that is inappropriate for kids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ensure a worry-free browsing experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Install\">Install a Parental Control App<\/h3>\n<p>Installing a parental control app <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on your Android phone <\/span>could be a great way to monitor your child\u2019s online activity, and block adult content websites\u2014many offer many additional tools to help keep your kids safe online, too.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a comparison table detailing key insights, but keep scrolling to read more about each app in depth:<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Application<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Type of Blocking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Bypass Protection<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Reports &amp; Analytics<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Free Version<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Unique Features<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kids360.onelink.me\/ykI8?pid=content_team&amp;c=en&amp;af_channel=blog&amp;af_adset=article&amp;af_ad=how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently&amp;af_sub1=table\"\"><strong>Kids360<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Website, app, and screen time blocking<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Medium<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes (limited)<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Easy setup, focused on behavioral control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Google Family Link<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">App management, screen time limits, basic web filtering<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Medium<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Native Android integration, app install approvals, device-level controls<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Family Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Content control, geofencing, app blocking<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">SOS button, real-time location tracking<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Net Nanny<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Web filtering, internet and YouTube monitoring<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Very High<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Real-time porn filtering, AI-based analysis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Kaspersky Safe Kids<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Website, YouTube, and app control<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Medium<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Activity reports, antivirus integration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Antisocial<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">App usage blocking and digital dependency insights<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Compare usage stats with others, focus on digital wellbeing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h4>Kids360<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_42659\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kids360.onelink.me\/ykI8?pid=content_team&amp;c=en&amp;af_channel=blog&amp;af_adset=article&amp;af_ad=how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently&amp;af_sub1=banner\"\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42659\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-42659\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/02\/Kids360-appstore.png\" alt=\"adult website blocker - kids360\" width=\"750\" height=\"383\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-42659\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kids360 app<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kids360.onelink.me\/ykI8?pid=content_team&amp;c=en&amp;af_channel=blog&amp;af_adset=article&amp;af_ad=how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently&amp;af_sub1=text\"\">Kids360<\/a> is a parental control app designed to help parents manage their child\u2019s screen time and online activity. It allows you to set daily usage limits, block potentially harmful apps, and protect settings with uninstall protection so children can\u2019t disable monitoring on their own.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond basic controls, Kids360 offers extra features that give parents deeper insight into their child\u2019s digital habits. You can view search history to spot unsafe queries and better understand your child\u2019s interests, as well as monitor YouTube activity to reduce exposure to inappropriate content. The app also helps limit online risks by blocking adult websites and allowing parents to disable internet access in selected apps. GPS location tracking adds an extra layer of offline safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Scheduled daily limits<\/li>\n<li>Search history monitoring<\/li>\n<li>YouTube activity tracking<\/li>\n<li>Adult website blocking<\/li>\n<li>Internet access control for individual apps<\/li>\n<li>GPS location tracking<\/li>\n<li>Uninstall protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Operates on a freemium level (free version and paid version available)<\/li>\n<li>Parents may need to adjust settings to avoid too many alerts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Google Family Link<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_48817\" style=\"width: 780px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48817\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-48817\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2024\/04\/Family-Link-IOS.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2024\/04\/Family-Link-IOS.png 751w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2024\/04\/Family-Link-IOS-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2024\/04\/Family-Link-IOS-150x77.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2024\/04\/Family-Link-IOS-392x201.png 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-48817\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Google Family Link<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Google Family Link app<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an incredible parental control software that offers a variety of easy-to-use tools to help you see how your child uses their mobile device, as well as share their location, manage privacy settings, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">much<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more. Use the Google Family Link app to secure and manage your kid\u2019s account to block adult content websites and customize site access.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Very easy to get started with and use<\/li>\n<li>Free to use<\/li>\n<li>Excellent customer support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Limited features<\/li>\n<li>Doesn\u2019t log search history or website activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>FamilyTime<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_10398\" style=\"width: 518px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10398\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-10398\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2020\/05\/FamilyTime.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"508\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2020\/05\/FamilyTime.png 696w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2020\/05\/FamilyTime-300x295.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2020\/05\/FamilyTime-150x148.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2020\/05\/FamilyTime-392x386.png 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10398\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">FamilyTime<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A holistic parental control app, FamilyTime, lets you block specific websites, manage your kids\u2019 screen time, and keep you in the loop regarding their whereabouts. This app also features YouTube and TikTok monitoring tools, allowing parents to see whether their children have viewed adult or other inappropriate websites and help safeguard them from cyberbullying and other online dangers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>User-friendly control panel<\/li>\n<li>Offers a geofencing feature<\/li>\n<li>Incorporated messages and calls to the viewer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Relatively expensive option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Net Nanny<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_34499\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34499\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34499\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2022\/03\/Net-Nanny.png\" alt=\"how to block adult sites - net nanny\" width=\"750\" height=\"387\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-34499\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Net Nanny<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Net Nanny helps you ensure your child has a safe online experience. Enable web filters to block <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">porn and specific a<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dult websites and restrict access as necessary. The app\u2019s Family Feed screen offers access to instant reporting features so you can see the online searches made by your child <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on their Android phone,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a real-time alert will be sent if your child accesses <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">explicit content such as suicide, porn, weapons, or<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> drug-related content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Offers custom web filters to block adult content<\/li>\n<li>Screen time options<\/li>\n<li>Very easy to set up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Costly compared to other options<\/li>\n<li>Geofencing filters are limited<\/li>\n<li>Web filters can be overcome using Tor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Kaspersky Safe Kids<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44997\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44997\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44997\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids.png\" alt=\"block porn - kaspersky\" width=\"750\" height=\"643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids.png 942w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids-300x257.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids-150x129.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids-768x659.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids-808x693.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Kaspersky-Safe-Kids-392x336.png 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">kaspersky.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this app to block adult content and harmful websites<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and to help nurture positive online habits around internet safety and maintaining <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a good online\/offline balance. Kaspersky also <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">includes a GPS tracker, tools to monitor your child\u2019s screen time, and the ability to receive alerts if the software detects concerning behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>User-friendly app with guides on keeping your child safe both off and online<\/li>\n<li>Web and app filtering tools<\/li>\n<li>Access to location tracking and activity reports<\/li>\n<li>Can be used to monitor multiple devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>The mobile version of the app lacks social media monitoring tools<\/li>\n<li>Web and app filtering is limited<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>AntiSocial<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44993\" style=\"width: 324px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44993\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44993\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-643x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"314\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-643x1024.webp 643w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-188x300.webp 188w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-94x150.webp 94w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-508x808.webp 508w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial-246x392.webp 246w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Antisocial.webp 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44993\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">antisocial.io<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AntiSocial<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> parental control app has been designed to give parents insight into the apps their child<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> uses on their Android device and how long they spend on each app. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parents can also deploy the app to block certain websites and reduce the time their kid spends on an app<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their mobile phones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Offers a complete phone monitoring solution<\/li>\n<li>Ability to block apps as required<\/li>\n<li>Can help promote better focus and concentration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>The user interface is not as easy to use as other options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"Using\">Using Free Website-Blocking Apps<\/h3>\n<p>Alternatively, parents may install and use a free ad or porn-blocking app to keep their kids from accessing\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">many adult websites<\/span>. As well as helping parents block adult content, these types of apps can also limit the exposure of Android devices to other harmful elements, such as malware, browser pop-ups, and viruses.<\/p>\n<h4>CleanBrowsing<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44995\" style=\"width: 562px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44995\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44995\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/CleanBrowsing.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"552\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/CleanBrowsing.png 576w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/CleanBrowsing-300x272.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/CleanBrowsing-150x136.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/CleanBrowsing-392x355.png 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44995\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">cleanbrowsing.org<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this app to block porn, limit adult websites, and block inappropriate content <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on different devices.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Underpinned by DNS filtering technology, CleanBrowsing protects against web-based malware, C&amp;C communication, phishing attacks, and botnets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This app can limit such websites on other devices connected to the network and works on different browsers. This means parents don\u2019t have to manually set up parental controls on individual mobile phones or tablets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Free filters available<\/li>\n<li>Custom content filtering is available to block adult content<\/li>\n<li>Strong encryption<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Android users can\u2019t access the app via the Google Play Store\u2014it must be downloaded directly from the website<\/li>\n<li>Limited customer support is available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Cold Turkey<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44996\" style=\"width: 562px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44996\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44996\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Cold-Turkey-web.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"552\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Cold-Turkey-web.png 540w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Cold-Turkey-web-291x300.png 291w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Cold-Turkey-web-146x150.png 146w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Cold-Turkey-web-381x392.png 381w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">getcoldturkey.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This free app allows you to choose which websites you want to prevent your kids from accessing, so you can use it to block adult websites and stop your children from viewing porn sites, as well as other adult sites and inappropriate content.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Can block an unlimited number of websites <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and other apps<\/span>\u2014it can even block the entire internet!<\/li>\n<li>Is also great to help your child maintain concentration when, for example, doing homework<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>The support page is a little confusing to navigate<\/li>\n<li>Need to upgrade to a premium, paid plan to access all features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelYellow\">Related: <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/list-of-websites-to-block\">List Of Websites to Block for Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>BlockSite<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44994\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44994\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44994\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-150x94.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-808x505.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-392x245.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite-1232x770.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/BlockSite.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44994\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">addons.mozilla.org<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Block inappropriate websites with this tool by simply adding the sites you don\u2019t wish your child to access to the block list, and the app will take care of the rest. Best of all, blocking<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such websites as porn i<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s easy, as this app features a built-in porn blocker that prevents your child from viewing all known adult sites by default.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Can sync with multiple devices<\/li>\n<li>Will block access to the adult website content as standard<\/li>\n<li>Features password protection<\/li>\n<li>Allows for the creation of customized lists to further ensure kids can\u2019t access adult content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Need to upgrade to the paid plan to access advanced features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Adult Block<\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_44992\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44992\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44992\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-1024x600.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-1024x600.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-150x88.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-768x450.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-808x473.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block-392x230.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/Adult-Block.png 1111w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44992\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">adultblock.adult<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Find this free porn blocker on the Google Play Store. The app uses a constantly updated DNS filter to permanently block adult content, making it a convenient choice for parents who are concerned about adult content slipping through the net. All data is encrypted, and no user information is shared with third parties.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Quick and simple to use<\/li>\n<li>Has an uninstall protection feature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Users need to have a VPN turned on to use Adult Block<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"Using2\">Using Router-Level Restrictions<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_43740\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-43740\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-43740\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/04\/shutterstock_2023096796-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-43740\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Maryia_K\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Blocking adult content on your Android device through router-level restrictions could be simpler than anticipated when utilizing techniques to <a href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/block-websites-on-router\">block websites on WiFi<\/a>. While this process will vary depending on the make and model of your router and your internet service provider, in most cases, <strong>you\u2019ll need to access the router by typing your network IP address into the address bar of your browser<\/strong>. You\u2019ll now need to log in and access your router\u2019s settings.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some routers allow you to block specific websites, and you can choose which URLs to block on the various devices in your home, including websites on your phone. Some routers also enable you to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">implement safe search settings <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to restrict the results that will be displayed based on certain words or phrases, which can be an effective way to block adult content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Routers that feature parental controls often offer the option of setting a time limit for internet usage, and you can even set the network to turn off at certain times of the day. This is useful if you want to be sure that your child isn\u2019t getting distracted by their screen when they should be doing their homework, or not watching videos online at bedtime.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><b>control who can access the internet<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via your router. In your router\u2019s settings app, locate Access Control\u2014it will typically be found in the Security section. From this panel, you can <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regulate internet access settings and completely block internet on a device if <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you wish, and view a list of all devices currently connected to the network, along with all blocked devices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Install2\">Install a Safe Browser<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_44658\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44658\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44658\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-808x539.jpg 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/search-engine-concept-searching-work-safety-392x261.jpg 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">garagestock\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Many browsers also now offer a range of tools to help parents prevent their kids from accessing adult or inappropriate websites or other content.<\/p>\n<h4>Chrome on an Android Device<\/h4>\n<p>Installing <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the Google Chrome browser<\/span> on your Android device gives you access to parental controls, allowing you to block adult websites as well as ads and pop-ups. All you need to do is head to the website you wish to block and tap the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen\u2014from here, you\u2019ll be able to manage the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">built-in<\/span> settings and go about blocking adult websites and other content you don\u2019t want your child to see.<\/p>\n<h4>Microsoft Edge on an Android Device<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to a range of parental controls, Microsoft Edge offers Kids Mode, a safe browser that prevents<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your child from accessing explicit or otherwise inappropriate content. Parents can set a list of the sites their child is allowed to visit\u2014if a site isn\u2019t on this list and access is attempted, permission will be required to enter it. The browser\u2019s native search engine is set to strict levels on Kids Mode, too, to block adult content.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Firefox on an Android Device<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another popular Android internet browser, Firefox, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offers parental controls that let you block such websites with adult content.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Go to the browser\u2019s settings screen, click on the Tools tab, and select the Add-ons prompt. Once this window appears on the screen, choose Options, and from here you\u2019ll be able to manually adjust the settings as required to restrict the sites and content your child can access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Opera on Android Device<\/h4>\n<p>Widely used as an internet browser on Android devices, Opera\u2019s parental controls can be accessed by clicking the Opera logo in the top left corner of the screen, followed by Settings. Now select the Privacy and Security option, and <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">then<\/span> the Security tab. From here, you can block adult content sites as necessary, along with other content you don\u2019t want your child to access.<\/p>\n<h4>DuckDuckGo<\/h4>\n<p>DuckDuckGo offers a safe search tool that can be activated to ensure your child doesn\u2019t access any adult content. Simply head to the DuckDuckGo settings page and click on the SafeSearch <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">settings<\/span>. This internet browser states that it can\u2019t guarantee that some explicit content won\u2019t get through, and asks users to report to them any such content that does slip through the net immediately, so they can take the necessary steps.<\/p>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelYellow\">Related: <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/kids-search-engine\">Exploring the Best Safe Search Engines for Kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Enable\">Enable Web Filters<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44990\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-1024x729.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-1024x729.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-150x107.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-768x547.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-808x575.png 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-392x279.png 392w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3-1232x877.png 1232w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image3.png 1422w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A web filter is typically a piece of software that restricts what sites a user can access on their device. The filters usually work through the use of deny and allow lists. Web filters may be installed as standalone software on a device, as a browser extension, or as part of an overall network security solution, such as in a large business.<\/p>\n<p>To manually set up and manage a web filter to block adult content, head to the Security Center of your Android device and select Web Content Filtering\u2014now click Configure. Set the filter type as Blacklist and enter the URL of the website you wish to block in the textbox. You can add to this list of blocked sites as necessary.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Free\">What is the Best Free App for Blocking Adult Websites?<\/h2>\n<p>All of the porn blockers we told you about earlier are great, but not all of them are free. Here\u2019s a chart detailing the best porn blocker apps that don\u2019t cost a thing (and are easy to control via the settings app on your phone):<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>App Name<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Type of Blocking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Bypass Protection<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>User Reports<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Ads \/ Tracking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-size: 18px;\"><strong>Notable Features<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>CleanBrowsing<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">DNS-level blocking (network-wide)<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Works without app; can be applied to the entire device or router<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Cold Turkey<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">App and website blocking (mainly desktop)<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Medium (not Android-native)<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Very strict on PC, limited Android use via browser lockdown<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>BlockSite<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">App + browser site blocking<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Medium<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Yes (ads in free version)<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Easy setup, productivity mode, scheduled blocks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\"><strong>Adult Block<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Block adult content and apps<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">No<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 88px; width: 196.019px; padding: 0px 10px; line-height: 1.4;\">Lightweight, focused on porn filtering only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"How2\">How to Block Adult Content on Google?<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_44059\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44059\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44059\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-808x539.jpg 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/05\/shutterstock_1378710515-1-392x261.jpg 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44059\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vladimka production\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"Use\">Use the Google Play Restrictions<\/h3>\n<p>Access the parental control settings on the Google Play Store and use the Google Play restriction panel to manage the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google <\/span>apps, games, and other content your child can access via this platform.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>To set up the parental controls, simply hit the Google Play Store icon to open the app, and then click on the profile icon on the top right-hand side of the Play Store home screen.<\/li>\n<li>Tap <strong>Settings<\/strong>, then <strong>Family<\/strong>, then <strong>Parental Controls<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Now turn on <strong>Parental Controls<\/strong>. To protect these settings, choose a <strong>PIN<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Next, select the type of content you want to filter and choose how to restrict access. And you\u2019re done!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It\u2019s really important to note, however, that setting Google Play restrictions <strong>won\u2019t prevent restricted content from being returned<\/strong> as a search result or via a direct link, so it\u2019s not a foolproof way to block adult content websites. Further, any apps or games downloaded before you put the restrictions in place will still be accessible.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44988\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-512x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-512x1024.jpg 512w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-150x300.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-75x150.jpg 75w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-768x1536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-404x808.jpg 404w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-196x392.jpg 196w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1-616x1232.jpg 616w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Pros of Using Google Play Restrictions<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Free to use<\/li>\n<li>Easy to set up and manage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Cons<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Restricted content may still be returned via a direct link or as a search result<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelYellow\">Read also: <a id=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/findmykids.org\/blog\/en\/how-to-block-porn\">Helpful Parents\u2019 Guide: How to Block Porn on Kids\u2019 Devices<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Turn\">Turn on Google Chrome SafeSearch<\/h3>\n<p>Chrome SafeSearch offers parents a reliable way to block adult websites and porn. The Google SafeSearch feature will effectively prevent your kids from accessing search results based on specific words and content<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014regardless of what they type in the search bar.<\/span>. Be aware, you\u2019ll need to make the Chrome web browser your default search engine for this tool to work.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>To set up Chrome SafeSearch, simply open this Google app, click on the <strong>More<\/strong> icon, and select <strong>Settings<\/strong> from the list of options.<\/li>\n<li>Now choose General and click on <strong>SafeSearch<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Finally hit the <strong>Save<\/strong> button at the bottom of the screen.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SafeSearch is designed to detect porn and other explicit content as well as graphic violence <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on the Google search engine.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If Google\u2019s system detects that a user is under the age of eighteen, the content will be automatically filtered, even if the SafeSearch settings aren\u2019t changed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>SafeSearch can be locked for accounts you manage as a parent, guardian, or school administrator, and for devices including Windows, Chromebooks, Mac, and Linux. SafeSearch filtering can be forced so that it applies to all browsers and devices on the network you manage, if necessary. To do this, you\u2019ll need to update your DNS configuration and then set a new DNS entry for <a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.google.com\"\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.google.com<\/a>, which must be a CNAME for forcesafesearch.google.com.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44989\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-512x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-512x1024.jpg 512w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-150x300.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-75x150.jpg 75w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-768x1536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-404x808.jpg 404w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-196x392.jpg 196w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2-616x1232.jpg 616w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/07\/image2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Pros of Google SafeSearch<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>Usually very reliable<\/li>\n<li>Free to use<\/li>\n<li>SafeSearch Lock, so only parents can access and change the settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Cons<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left; width: 100%;\">\n<li>No filter is 100% safe and accurate<\/li>\n<li>No facility to create black and whitelists for specific websites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If your child accesses the internet on your phone or has their own Android device, then ensuring they don\u2019t come across explicit or otherwise inappropriate content is vital. Fortunately, there are several ways to block adult content websites, such as by downloading and using a parental control app, deploying a website blocker, or enabling web filters.<\/p>\n<p>Hopefully, the guide above will help you identify the best way to keep your kids safe online and protected from the risks of accessing adult websites on an Android device!<\/p>\n<p class=\"highlight_PastelBlue\">Don&#8217;t forget to <a  rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/kids360.onelink.me\/ykI8?pid=content_team&amp;c=en&amp;af_channel=blog&amp;af_adset=article&amp;af_ad=how-to-block-adults-websites-on-my-phone-permanently&amp;af_sub1=cta2\"\">download the Kids360 app<\/a> on your child&#8217;s device! With its powerful features, it will protect your young ones from inappropriate content in apps, games, and social media, while also preventing gadget addiction. Take the first step towards a safer and healthier digital experience for your child with Kids360!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_44710\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44710\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-44710\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-808x539.jpg 808w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.findmykids.org\/2023\/06\/shutterstock_2261506605-1-392x261.jpg 392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-44710\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Egoitz Bengoetxea\/Shutterstock.com<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"FAQ\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>How do I permanently block inappropriate content?<\/h3>\n<p>There are several options when it comes to permanently blocking adult content. You could install a parental control app to block adult content and other inappropriate websites, enable web filters on your Android devices, or block websites using a website-blocking app or router-level restrictions. Many Android-compatible internet browsers, such as Google Chrome, also have parental controls to allow you to manually block adult content websites.<\/p>\n<h3>How to block websites on my router?<\/h3>\n<p>Many people aren\u2019t aware that they can access the settings of their wifi router to block adult content. To do so, simply type your network\u2019s IP address into the browser\u2019s address bar, enter your login credentials, and navigate to the Settings page. Here, you can manually block websites by typing in the URL of the sites you don\u2019t wish your child to access.<\/p>\n<h3>How to block porn on Twitter?<\/h3>\n<p>Open the app and select More from the menu on the left-hand side of the screen, and now click on Settings and Privacy. Next, hit Privacy and Safety and click Content You See. You can now put checks in the boxes of content you wish your child to be able to access\u2014it\u2019s important to note that this means leaving the \u2018Display media that may contain sensitive content\u2019 box unchecked. It\u2019s also worth noting that some parents have commented that their children have still been able to access inappropriate videos and content, even when they have adjusted the settings to prevent this.<\/p>\n<h3>Is there any app that can block every adult site on my Android?<\/h3>\n<p>If left enabled, Google Chrome\u2019s SafeSearch should block adult content sites by removing potentially adult sites from the Google search results returned. You could also consider using a parental control app or a web-blocking app to ensure that kids can\u2019t access inappropriate content.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I block scam sites?<\/h3>\n<p>You could try using a security app or a website-blocking app, which may block sites identified as dangerous or linked to a scam. However, with new scams constantly emerging, it\u2019s vital not just rely on these tools: check things like the site\u2019s address bar, to ensure the address starts \u2018https\u2019 rather than just \u2018http\u2019, and be mindful of poor-quality images, textual errors, and a lack of customer service details as potential red flags.<\/p>\n<h3>I want to stop searching adult websites forever using my Google Chrome. Is it possible for children?<\/h3>\n<p>Google Chrome SafeSearch is an effective way to permanently prevent Google searches from being returned based on specific keywords. If you\u2019re wondering, \u2018How to stop adult content websites on my phone from displaying at all?\u2019 then preventing them from even popping up in the search results is a powerful means of doing so.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I block all adult sites?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On iPhone, go to Settings, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tap Screen Time, and enable Content Restrictions. From there, you can block adult websites entirely. If you\u2019re using Google Family Link on Android, you can activate this feature to manage your child\u2019s browsing activity and block adult sites across their account. Finally, browser filters like Google Chrome\u2019s SafeSearch can help you remove <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">those<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sites from search engine results entirely.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Is there a way to permanently block a website on your phone?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can permanently block specific websites. iPhone users can enable Screen Time content restrictions and add sites manually under the \u201cLimit Adult Websites\u201d feature. Android users can activate web filters through Family Link or use website-blocking apps available on the Play Store.<\/p>\n<h3>How to block 18+ content on Chrome permanently?<\/h3>\n<p>Blocking adult content on Google Chrome can be done easily by using SafeSearch to filter explicit results. To do this, go to Google\u2019s Settings &gt; Search Settings &gt; and then enable SafeSearch. 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