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Last Updated: April 18, 2023

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Want to make sure that you or your child can't access a certain website on your iPad? Apple makes it simple to block websites on an iPad (or any iOS device) using Content Restrictions in Screen Time. This simple method of parental controls will block the website on every browser, including Safari and Chrome. You can block specific sites and adult content, or block all websites while only allowing approved ones.

Things You Should Know

You can block any website for yourself or your child using Content Restrictions settings in Screen Time.
To get started, go to Settings > Screen Time . Enable Screen Time if it's not already turned on.
Block websites in Content & Privacy Restrictions > Content Restrictions > Web Content > Limit Adult Websites .

Limit Adult Websites: This option automatically limits access to many adult websites and allows you to create a list of additional blocked websites, as well as websites that are always allowed.
Allowed Websites Only: This option blocks all websites except for those listed in the "Allowed" list of websites.

If you selected "Allowed Websites Only," tap Add Website at the bottom of the list of allowed websites to add a new website to the list of "Allowed" websites.

Step 12 Enter the web address for the website you want to block.

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1. Open the Settings app. 2. Tap Screen Time . 3. Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions . 4. Tap Turn on Screen Time and tap Continue . 5. Tap This is My iPad or This is My Child's iPad . 6. Follow the instructions to set Screen Time settings if using a child's iPad 7. Tap Content Restrictions . 8. Tap Web Content . 9. Tap Limit Adult Websites . 10. Tap Add Website below "Never Allow". 11. Enter the full web address for the site you want to block. Did this summary help you? Yes No

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How to block a website in safari on iphone and ipad.

If you're an iPhone or iPad owner (especially one whose children use your device), you might occasionally want to block access to a specific website.

If you're an iPhone or iPad owner (especially one whose children use your device), you might occasionally want to block access to a specific website. Whether that website is one of adult nature or just something, you don't want your children to be able to readily access, blocking specific websites on an iPhone or iPad takes just a few taps.

We're going to run through how you can make sure a specific website isn't accessible in Safari. This process recently changed with the release of iOS 12, so if you think you already know how to block websites, you might be surprised. Apple has rolled this particular functionality into its new Screen Time feature, and while it's now hidden below a couple of extra taps, it still works like a charm.

Head into the Settings app, scroll down a bit and tap the "Screen Time" option.

Next, tap "Content Privacy & Restrictions."

If it's not already activated, flick the "Content & Privacy Restrictions" toggle on and then tap "Content Restrictions" to proceed.

On the content restrictions page, tap the "Web Content" option. You might notice that it says "Unrestricted Access," but you will be changing that shortly.

Don't worry; you're almost done.

Next, enable the "Limit Adult Websites" option, which is required before you can block specific sites. From there, tap "Add Website" at the bottom of the screen. This is where you will enter the URL of the website you are going to block.

On the Add Website page, type the URL of the website you want to block and then tap "Done" on the keyboard.

At this point, you're all done, and the website is blocked. You can test this by heading over to Safari and trying to access the website in question. If all has gone according to plan, you will see an error similar to the one we have here.

If you need to add more websites, return to the same place and keep adding. If you decide to remove one at a later date, swipe on the URL and then tap "Delete."

If you prefer to use Chrome instead of Safari, there are some workarounds for blocking websites in Chrome even though there's no built-in feature for it.

How to block websites on iPhone and iPad

Learn how to block websites on iPhone and iPad, especially if you have children or come across content you'd rather unsee

An image of an iPhone screen showing the Safari app icon in the center

If you're wondering how to block websites on iPhone and iPad then there's a strong chance you've come across a site that you'd rather not view again. Either that or you have children who you would like to keep safe online. After all, there's a lot of great content out there, but a helluva lot of bad stuff, too!

Stick with Safari as your browser of choice, however, and you can easily filter out unwanted websites. As well as blocking adult content, you can ensure specific sites cannot be accessed. You can also go the other way by making sure there's a blanket ban on all but a handful of websites. These are based on a list which you can tailor to suit your circumstances.

How to block websites on iPhone: Access the web content settings

In all cases, the website-blocking features are situated within Screen Time so, to make use of any one of the three functions explained below, you will need to follow these four steps first.

1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and tap Screen Time .

How to block websites on iPhone and iPad

2. Select Turn On Screen Time if it's not already on and follow the on-screen instructions to get set up. Otherwise, tap Content & Privacy Restrictions .

3. Toggle the Content & Privacy Restrictions button into the “on” (green) position.

4. Tap Web Content .

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How to block websites on iPhone: Limit adult websites in Safari

Now that you know how to get into the web content settings, you can start to block websites.

The simplest option is to make use of Apple's own list of adult websites. This will prevent you (or anyone else) from using Safari on an iPhone or iPad to view material aimed at adults.

1. Follow the steps above (concerning web content settings) and tap Limit Adult Websites .

2. If you find this limits some websites that you would like to remain viewable, tap Add Website under Always Allow.

3. You can then type the URL of the site you want to see. Tap Done and tap Web Content to go back to the previous screen.

How to block specific websites on iPhone and iPad

You can also go further and select specific websites that you want to block. These will be in addition to the list of adult websites gathered by Apple.

1. Follow the steps above (concerning web content settings) then tap Limit Adult Websites .

2. Now tap Add Website under Never Allow .

3. Type the URL of the site you do not want to view and tap Done . You can then tap Web Content to go back to the previous screen.

How to only allow specific websites to be viewed on iPhone and iPad

The third way of restricting access to online content is to block almost every website, before then allowing certain ones to be viewable.

1. Follow the steps above (concerning web content settings) and tap Allowed Websites Only .

2. Now, underneath the list of websites which Apple will automatically allow, tap Add Website .

3. Enter the title of the website you want to allow and enter the website's URL . Tap Done and tap Web Content to go back to the previous screen.

And that's it. You should now be able to work out which approach works best for you. If you want to use a different browser, check out how to block a website in Chrome . If you're worried about theft try how to disable control center on a locked iPhone . You can also say goodbye to irritating ads thanks to the best ad blockers , learn how to disable the pop-up blocker in your browser , and, for good measure, figure out how to block spam calls on iPhone . If you're thinking about upgrading your Apple tablet, make sure you read our guide on how to transfer data from iPad to iPad . And if you're like to learn more about using your smartphone's apps, start with how to change your Instagram username .

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One of the best parental control features Apple offers on iPhone and iPad is the ability to block websites on Safari. Using these controls within Safari can be a helpful way to restrict access to adult content such as porn or gambling.

On iPhone and iPad there are three different ways you can block websites to control the type of content you or a family member can access while surfing the web. Firstly, you can simply blanket ban adult content. Secondly, you can add specific websites to this general ban if any domains are slipping through the cracks. Finally, you can take a much tougher approach and ban all websites except the specific ones you've allowed. We'll show you how to do all three in this guide. Here's how to block websites on iPhone and iPad in Safari on iOS 17.

How to limit adult content in Safari for iPhone and iPad

The first and easiest way to block websites in Safari is simply to turn on the "limit adult content" setting in Apple's Screen Time settings. This will create a blanket ban on websites generally considered to be adult, including porn and gambling, and requires the least effort. Here's how to do it:

Launch Settings from the home screen
Choose Screen Time
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions

To limit adult content in Safari on iPhone, tap on the Settings app, then choose Screen Time. Choose Content & Privacy Restrictions

Toggle Content and Privacy Restrictions
Select Content Restrictions
Tap Web Content
Choose Limit Adult Websites

To limit adult content in Safari on iPhone, toggle Content & Privacy Restrictions, then select Content Restrictions. Tap Web Content. Choose Limit Adult Websites.

How to block specific websites in Safari for iPhone and iPad

If limiting adult content isn't enough, or you happen to notice a URL that has slipped through the cracks, you can always block any URL you want with restrictions. The steps are very similar:

Toggle Content & Privacy Restrictions
Tap Add a Website under NEVER ALLOW
Type the URL of the website you wish to block in the Website field
Select Back at the top left

To limit adult content in Safari on iPhone, tap Add a Website under Never Allow. Type the URL of the website to block. Choose Back.

Repeat this process for each site you'd like to block. Keep in mind that if certain websites have mobile sites , you may need to block them separately. If you find a site that's still getting through after you attempt to block it, visit that site and look in the Address Bar of Safari to make sure you're blocking the correct URL. Copy it if you need to and paste it into the field.

How to block everything and whitelist only specific sites in Safari for iPhone and iPad

For very young children, or if you simply want to make sure nothing is accessible except what you specifically allow, you can disable everything and then only turn back on the sites you consider permissible, like Apple or Disney.

Choose Allowed Websites . This setting means only the websites you add are allowed to come through, and everything else is blocked

Tap Add Website
Add Title and URL for a custom website that you wish to add to your allow list
Choose Back

To block everything and whitelist only specific sites in Safari, tap Add Website. Add the Title and URL of the website. Choose Back.

Keep unwanted content off your kids' devices

So there you have three different ways to block websites on iPhone. Each one is progressively more comprehensive, and as such requires slightly more steps each time. As mentioned, we would generally recommend starting with the general "limit adult websites," before progressing to more specific URL blocking if you want stronger controls. The "allowed websites" setting we'd generally recommend the most for devices used by young children.

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How to Block Websites on an iPhone or iPad

If you’re wondering how to block a website on Safari, never fear. In this tutorial, we’ll explain how to block websites on iPhone and how to block websites on an iPad running iPadOS. Most smartphone users keep their devices to themselves and have no real need to share their phones except to share pictures or lend it to a friend to make a call. There are times, however, when restricting website access is necessary. Say your kids or grandkids are over, and they want to check out your apps. You’ll want to be sure to block explicit content. Or maybe some malware or ransomware is circulating. Knowing how to block a website or sites on your iPhone or iPad will keep things safe and blocking content will automatically apply to all installed browsers, including Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or Opera Touch.

How to Block Sites on an iPhone

Apple offers two options for website blocking: one is to block all sites and whitelist your choices, or to block specific websites. Apple made both of these options easy using the Screen Time settings menu. You’ll notice many functions and choices as you go through the Screen Time settings. You can always make adjustments to those once you finish your content restrictions setup. Ready?

To Enable Content Blocking:

Open the Settings app
Tap Screen Time

Tap Continue
Tap This is My Phone , or This is My Child’s Phone
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions

Turn on Content & Privacy Restrictions by tapping the button on the right.
Tap on Content Restrictions.
Tap on Web Content.
From this menu, you have three choices that you may check: to allow unrestricted access (of course, you wouldn’t be here if this is your goal), limit adult websites, or allowed websites only.

How to Block Websites on an iPhone—Limit Adult Websites

Tap Screen Time

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Tap on Content Restrictions
Tap on Web Content

Choosing this option will block many adult websites automatically, but still gives you the option of adding sites that are always allowed or never allowed.

How to Block Websites on an iPhone—Whitelist

Apple has conveniently chosen some age-appropriate websites already, so you don’t have to go through and add sites such as Discovery Kids and Disney manually. You may remove any of these pre-approved choices by swiping left to delete.

Open the Settings app.
Tap Screen Time.
If it’s not already on, turn on Screen Time.

You will see the default allowed websites below.

add website to parental control settings

If you’re wondering how to block websites on your iPad, the steps are the same. Now you can rest easy knowing that your young family member is protected from inappropriate internet content.

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How to block websites and set content restrictions on an iPhone or iPad

To block websites on an iPhone or iPad, go to the "Content Restriction" section of Screen Time.
You can block all adult sites or limit access to a list of pre-approved websites.
You can also block websites with explicit language and protect the settings with a passcode.

With the full swing of the digital age, it's not uncommon to have children under the age of 12 with an iPhone or iPad.

If you want to set up an iPhone and iPad for your child, you may consider restricting access to any websites that you'd rather not end up in front of young eyes.

Here's what you need to know to block websites on an iPhone or iPad.

How to block websites on an iPhone and iPad

There are various ways you can block websites on an iPhone so your child doesn't visit them.

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Scroll down and tap Screen Time .

3. Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions .

4. Tap the toggle for Content & Privacy Restrictions to switch it to the right (a green background will appear around the switch).

5. Tap Content Restrictions .

6. Tap Web Content .

7. Choose how you want to limit web access.

Limit Adult Websites: This option blocks sites known to be adult in nature (like nudity and pornography). You can also add more sites that will always be blocked or allowed.
Allowed Websites Only: This option allows you to create a customized list of the only sites that will be allowed.

How to block searches and explicit language on an iPhone and iPad

You should also consider blocking websites that contain explicit language.

1 . Open the Settings app.

2 . Scroll down and tap Screen Time .

3 . Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions .

4 . Tap Content Restrictions .

5 . Tap Explicit Language .

6 . Tap Don't Allow .

How to set up a passcode to protect your content restrictions

While you're at it, you should also set up a screen time passcode. This will prevent any semi-savvy child from undoing any of the settings he or she doesn't like.

3 . Tap Use Screen Time Passcode .

4 . Enter and re-enter the passcode.

5 . Enter your Apple ID username and password so you can recover the passcode if you forget it and tap OK in the bottom right corner of the pop-up.

Now whenever anyone tries to change the Screen Time settings they'll have to enter the passcode to get through.

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How to Block Websites in Safari Browser on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad

If you’re planning to block websites in Safari, and are new to the Apple Ecosystem, then you’re certain to get confused. Whether you’re blocking the website because of annoyance or for your children , the reason could be anything. Albeit, blocking websites on Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge or any other browser in Apple devices like Mac, iPhone, and iPad is as easy as pie.

There are multiple ways to block websites in Safari and it’s a little different on Mac, iPhone, and iPad but almost similar. In this guide, we’ll show you how to block any website on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad if you’re using the Safari or any other browser.

Guide to Block Sites on Safari on iPhone, MacBook and iPad

Safari is a great web browser when it comes to browsing. But when you’ve to block certain websites for your employees or kids, it could be a little difficult for new Apple device owners.

However, Apple provides a system-wide solution to block websites on your device entirely whether it is Mac, iPhone, or iPad.

The method involves using the Screen Time feature on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS to block multiple websites. You can either choose to block only adult websites or choose custom sites to block.

So here’s how to block websites in Safari or any other browser on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

When blocking websites with Screen Time, it works system wide and your machine can’t access the blocked URL anywhere. Be it in web browser or any installed apps. It acts like a system-wide parental control.

Steps to Block Websites on Safari in macOS

The easiest way to block websites on Mac is by using the new Screen Time feature. The Screen Time feature on macOS was introduced with the launch of macOS Catalina.

For this method to work, you need to be running macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or above. If you haven’t updated your Mac yet, then you should update it to the latest version for it to work. Once you update your macOS to the latest version, then follow these steps to block sites in Safari on Mac.

Click on the Apple logo on the top-left corner of your screen.
Select Content & Privacy from the options on the left.
If it is not turned on by default, then you can click on the Turn On button.
Under Web Content , choose Limit Adult websites option to block well known adult sites automatically.
Type the URL of the website to block or restrict from viewing in Safari.
Save the blocked list by clicking on OK

This is how you can block websites in Safari. On top of this, the websites are blocked on other browsers as well. Whether you use Google Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or any other browser, the restricted sites will not open on any of the browsers.

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Furthermore, if any user knows how to unblock the blocked websites in Safari, then it’s best to use a passcode for Screen Time as well.

Also, the restriction popup contains an “Add Website” button which adds the website to whitelist but it requires the administrator password. Make sure the password is strong enough to guess.

Steps to Block Sites on iPhone and iPad

Blocking websites on iPhone and iPad are pretty similar to that of a Mac. However, you should be running iOS 13/iPadOS 13 or above to block websites on iPhone and iPad respectively.

If you aren’t running on iOS/iPadOS 13 or above, then you should update to the latest version. Once updated to the latest version of iOS and iPadOS, follow these steps to block websites in Safari on an iPhone and iPad.

Now select Content Restriction .
Under choose Never Allow , tap on Add Website to add custom sites.

After adding the websites list, they will be blocked and you can’t open them on the iPhone or iPad anywhere including Safari browser. Using Screen Time is the best method to block websites in Safari on iPhone and iPad. Similar to macOS, the websites will be blocked on other browsers as well including Chrome and other browsers.

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You can swipe left on the website URL, and tap on Delete to unblock the website whenever you want.

Block Websites System-wise on macOS, iOS and iPadOS

Whatever the reason may be for your blocking, you’ll be able to block any site on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. However, make sure that you don’t let anyone access the Screen Time feature without any passcode. If they know how to get past the blocking, the blocking will be of no use.

In addition to blocking websites on Safari whether it’s Mac, iPhone, or iPad, it also blocks them at system-level blocking. Hence you can’t access those sites anywhere inside your device with any tool. I guess blocking sites on Safari isn’t hard as you think.

Hope this guide helped you in blocking websites in Safari without any parental control apps and modifying your router setting. If you have any queries or suggestions related to this topic, make sure to leave them in the comments.

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How to Block a Website on Safari

We'll show you the two best methods to block websites on Safari for your Mac.

Looking for the best way to block websites on your iPhone or Mac? Whether you want to protect your child from visiting an inappropriate site or prevent yourself from getting distracted when working, you can quickly and effortlessly block certain sites on Safari.

Below, we look at the methods you can use to block and restrict websites on your iPhone and Mac. We'll show you how to use Screen Time and third-party apps to do so.

How to Block Websites on Your iPhone Using Screen Time

Let's first look at how to block a website on your iPhone indefinitely. For example, if your child uses your device, it's important to put parental controls on an iPhone , which includes blocking adult websites and other age-restricted sites on your device.

Follow these steps to block a website in Safari on your iPhone:

Go to Settings > Screen Time . If you haven't enabled Screen Time before, tap Turn On Screen Time and follow the on-screen instructions.
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions .
Toggle on Content & Privacy Restrictions . Tap Content Restrictions > Web Content > Limit Adult Websites . This setting doesn't guarantee that all pornographic sites will get blocked on your iPhone, though. So, if there's a specific website you want to block, carry out the next two steps.
Tap Add Website under Never Allow .
Type the URL of the website and tap Done to save.

How to Restrict Website Access on Your iPhone Using Screen Time

In some cases, you might not want to block a website on your iPhone's Safari app permanently. Therefore, you can opt to just restrict the amount of time a website can be accessed on your iPhone.

This method is mostly handy for parents who want to restrict the time their children spend on a particular site, like a social media platform. You can use it to control your own usage, too. Here's how to restrict access to a website on your iPhone:

In your iPhone's Screen Time settings, go to App Limits > Add Limit > Websites .
Select a site from the dropdown, or tap Add Website to type the URL. Then, tap Done > Next .
Scroll to set the length of time allowed to access the site. Tap Add .
Toggle on Use Screen Time Passcode . Enter your preferred passcode.

Now, if you set a limit of one hour, Safari will block the site once it has been accessed for an hour for the day. To access the restricted site, the user will need to enter the Screen Time passcode.

How to Use BlockSite to Block Websites on Your iPhone

If you feel that using Screen Time to block websites on your iPhone is a little cumbersome, an alternative is to use a third-party app like BlockSite. Follow these steps to block websites on your iPhone's Safari app without Screen Time:

Launch BlockSite . Tap Block Something .
Type a URL in the search field. Select the site listed in the search results and tap Next .
Set how many days and for how long you want the site to be blocked on your iPhone. Tap Next .
Tap Done to save.

Once the app has blocked the website on your iPhone, it will not load in Safari when you try to access it. You'll only see a Safari cannot open the page message.

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How to Block Websites on Your Mac Using Screen Time

Although you can also use the Terminal app to block any website on your Mac , that's a lot more intimidating. It also leaves the chance that something could go wrong.

Therefore, let's use easier methods. They're similar to how you would block websites on your iPhone. Here's what you need to do to block a website on your Mac using Screen Time:

Click the Apple menu , then click System Settings > Screen Time .
Toggle on Screen Time if you haven't used it before.
Go to Content & Privacy . Toggle on Content & Privacy . Click Content Restrictions .
For Access to Web Content , change to Limit Adult Sites . Click Customize , then the Add (+) icon under Restricted . Type the web address in the URL field and click Done .
Click Done again to save.

When you try to access the blocked website, Safari will inform you that you can't do so because it's not on the approved list in Screen Time.

How to Restrict Website Access on Your Mac Using Screen Time

To block access to a website in Safari once it has been used for a period of time, follow these steps in macOS:

Click the Apple Menu , then go to System Settings > Screen Time .
Next, click App Limits and toggle on App Limits .
Click Add Limit . Scroll down to find Websites . Click the dropdown arrow and type in the website URL in the empty field.
In the Time field, you can choose the exact amount of time that you want to be able to spend on the chosen website.
To set a different limit for a site depending on the day, click Custom > Edit and type in the amount of time you wish to spend scrolling through that website for any specific day.
When you're ready, click Done .

If you're restricting a website on Safari, not for yourself, but to prevent your child from visiting it, remember to set a Screen Time passcode. That way, only the people who know that passcode would have the ability to change the settings.

In your Screen Time settings, toggle on Use Screen Time Passcode . Then, enter a memorable passcode to use.

Knowing how to turn off Screen Time on your Mac is also a handy skill to have since you might want to disable this feature after some time. You'll need your Screen Time passcode to do this.

How to Block Websites on Your Mac Using Safari Site Blockers

Many Mac users find it a bit complicated to use Screen Time to block a Safari website. It actually may take a while to get everything just right. The easier way around this problem is to install a dedicated Safari site blocker app instead. Below are two such apps you can use.

It's free to download and use but has a monthly and yearly pro subscription available. Among the features of the free version is the ability to block websites, so if that's what you're aiming for, you won't need to get a paid subscription.

To block websites on Safari using the 1Focus app, all you need to do is launch it, click the plus (+) icon, and type in the website URL in the field that appears. Then, hit Return on your keyboard. It's that easy.

Download: 1Focus (Free, subscription available)

If you're looking for a fancier option, take a look at the Focus City app. People who like to use a Pomodoro timer to increase their productivity levels will enjoy this application even more. It is also free to install and use. However, to get all of the features that come with this app, you'll need to get the Pro version.

Here's how to use Focus City to block certain websites on Safari on your Mac:

Launch Focus City or click the app icon in the menu bar.
Now, click Blocked to add a website that you want to block on Safari.
Double-click the example field to edit it. Type in the full URL of the site and hit Enter on your keyboard.
To add another website, click on the plus (+) icon.
Click Build to start your first Pomodoro session and block the added websites.

Download: Focus City (Free, subscription available)

Quickly Block a Website on Safari Using Any Method

At the moment, you can't block a website directly from the Safari browser on your iPhone and Mac. In many cases, this is what stops people from doing it since they think this process may get highly complicated, but the steps are actually quite easy.

Depending on your preferences, you can choose either the Screen Time feature to block a site on Safari or get a suitable third-party app. Both of the methods are straightforward, and you shouldn't have any issues when blocking a website on your iPhone or Mac.

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3. Next, tap “Content & Privacy Restrictions” on the Screen Time screen and enable the toggle on the next screen.

8. Tap the “Add Website” button under the “Always Allow” section to add websites you want to bypass these restrictions.

How to Block Websites on iPhone Without Screen Time

1. Open Safari, Chrome, or any other browser on your iPhone and type in your router’s IP address in the address bar. You can find the IP address of a router at the bottom of your router.

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2. Here, tap on “Use Screen Time Passcode” to set up a password you will use to access your content restrictions later.

How to Allow Only Specific Websites on Your iPhone

1. Go to the Screen Time settings on your iPhone and select the “Content & Privacy Restrictions” option.

How to Disable Siri’s Access to Web Browsers and Explicit Language

1. Go to the Screen Time settings on your iPhone and tap on “Content & Privacy Restrictions.”

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Do you want to restrict access for certain websites on an iPhones & iPads? Thanks to the Screen Time feature, this is very much possible and fairly simple to set up, so whether you want to block websites on your own device, a childs, family members, or another device, it’s easily possible.

Screen Time allows iOS and iPadOS users to keep an eye on their smartphone usage as well as offers a lot of parental control tools to restrict the content that children and other family members are able to access. The ability to block specific websites is one such parental control tool that might come in handy, especially if you don’t want your kids to access adult content, social media, social networking websites, or anything else.

Read on to learn how you can block websites in Safari on both the iPhone and iPad.

How to Block Websites in Safari on iPhone & iPad

Screen Time requires a modern iOS or iPadOS version. So, make sure your iPhone or iPad is running iOS 12, iOS 13, iOS 14, or later, before you go ahead with this procedure. Now, without further ado, let’s take a look at the necessary steps.

Now you know how to block websites in Safari on both the iPhone and iPad with the Screen Time feature.

Apart from restricting websites, Screen Time can also be used to block apps, set time limits on app use , iTunes & App Store purchases, playback of explicit music, limit social networking use , app installations, and a lot more . This functionality has made it a lot easier for parents to keep a check on their children’s device usage.

It’s worth noting here that you can’t access these blocked websites using a different browser either. That’s right, although this article focuses primarily on blocking websites in Safari, this content restriction applies to third party web browsers that are installed on the iPhone or iPad as well, so your family members are out of luck if they were expecting a workaround.

If your iPhone or iPad is running an older version of iOS, you will still be able to block websites by heading over to the Restrictions section in Settings of older devices . So, regardless of what iOS device you use, you shouldn’t have an issue restricting websites, whether for yourself or for your family members.

Did you manage to successfully block websites in Safari on an iPhone or iPad using Screen Time? What other parental control features do you use to restrict your kids’ smartphone usage? Do let us know your thoughts and opinions on Apple’s Screen Time in the comments section down below.

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How to block inappropriate websites on an iPhone

How to block specific websites on an iphone or ipad, how to use parental controls with safari, are parental controls enough to protect your kids, how to disable website restrictions in ios, how to block websites on iphone or ipad in safari browser.

By Ruslana Lishchuk

While browsing the internet on your iPhone or iPad, how often do you inadvertently end up on a webpage full of inappropriate content?

It happens more often than you’d like it to. But what if it wasn’t you browsing but your kid?

In a recent survey of US parents, 75% of respondents said they check the websites or apps their child visits. In this digital age, the prevalence of inappropriate or suspicious content means we need to take care to monitor their behaviour. The good news is that protecting your kids from this kind of content gets easier when you know how to block websites in Safari on iPhone and iPad.

Pro tip: Protection apps like Clario add an extra layer of security to keep you safe online. Clario’s all-in-one solution offers features like an unlimited and secure VPN, data breach monitoring, and instant ad blocking. Here’s how to add Clario’s protection to your online activity: Download Clario to your device. Create an account. Only switch on the features you want or activate them all to enjoy complete protection.

In this article, we’ll cover the different ways you can protect your kids from seeing inappropriate or specific content on an iPhone or iPad.

How to block inappropriate websites on an iPhone or iPad

An iPhone is a great way to keep in touch with your kids and let them explore the internet. However, with this freedom comes great responsibility for us as parents.

Luckily, Apple offers built-in parental control features that let you protect kids from seeing any inappropriate content.

Restrict adult content

Open Settings on your iPhone.
Tap Screen Time and then Turn on Screen Time .
If this is your phone but your child uses it from time to time, choose This is My iPhone . If this is your child’s phone, tap This is My Child’s iPhone .
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions .
Tap the toggle bar next to Content & Privacy Restrictions . You’ll see it turn from gray to green. Green shows that this feature is active.
Tap Content Restrictions , then Web Content .
Tap Limit Adult Websites to activate adult content blocking.

That’s it! Apple’s operating system will now automatically scan websites and prevent access to sites with adult content.

Restrict explicit content

You can also block music, movies, and TV shows with explicit content or special ratings on an iPhone.

Go to Screen Time .
Tap on Content Privacy & Restrictions and Content Restrictions . This screen shows you multiple options for restricting content.
Tap Music, Podcasts, News & Workouts and choose Clean . This means you exclude explicit content.
Tap Movies to choose the ratings you want to allow for movies. When you’re done, go back to Content Restrictions and do the same for TV Shows .
Tap Books and then Clean to exclude books with explicit language.
Tap Apps and choose the age category for the apps you want to allow. You can also choose Don’t Allow Apps . This will stop the downloading of any apps.

There may be internet resources that aren’t considered inappropriate but are unsuitable for you and your family.

Block a specific website

If you want to block a particular website, navigate to your Content Restrictions settings by following the first three steps above, then do this:

Tap Web Content .
Tap Limit Adult Websites . When this option is checked, below you’ll see the NEVER ALLOW section.
Tap Add Website under NEVER ALLOW .
Type in the website address and tap Done when you’re finished.

This will prevent your child from accessing both adult content and the website you added.

Restrict browsing to a list of websites

Instead of specifying websites, you want to block, sometimes it’s easier to create a list of those you want to be available. Navigate to your Content Restrictions settings, then do this:

Tap Allowed Websites Only . When this option is checked, you’ll see the ONLY ALLOW THESE WEBSITES section. It will show some default websites added by the system. You can remove any website by swiping left and tapping Delete .
Tap Add Website to add the address of a website you want to allow, then tap Done when you’re finished.

Now your child will only be able to access the websites in this list.

Apple’s parental control features let you restrict inappropriate content, games, and apps, and even prevent unsuitable App Store purchases.

Before you begin with configurations, you’ll need to set up a Screen Time Passcode to prevent your kids from changing your restriction settings. Here’s how:

Go to Settings .
Tap Screen Time .
Tap your child’s name.
Tap Change Screen Time Passcode . You’ll be prompted to authenticate the change with your Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode. Make sure your Screen Time Passcode is different from your device passcode!

Now your kids won’t be able to change your website access restrictions without entering the passcode.

Let's see how you can use parental control tools to prevent your kids from using social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

How to block Facebook on iPhone or iPad

Blocking Facebook on iOS is done by preventing Facebook app download and browser access. If you already have the Facebook app on your device, you’ll need to delete it first.

After you’ve deleted the Facebook app, follow these steps:

Go to Content Restrictions .
Tap on the Apps section.
Choose Don’t Allow Apps . This will prevent your child from downloading any new apps, including Facebook.
Return to Content Restrictions and tap Web Content .
Choose Limit Adult Websites . Now you can add www.facebook.com to NEVER ALLOW. This will prevent your kid from using Facebook from a Safari browser.

How to block Instagram on iPhone or iPad

To begin, delete the Instagram app if you already have it.

Restrict downloading Apps on iPhone first. So go to the Apps section in Content Restrictions and choose Don’t Allow Apps .
Go back to Content Restrictions and tap Web Content .
Tap Limit Adult Websites .
Add www.instagram.com to the NEVER ALLOW section and tap Done . This will prevent your kid from accessing Instagram through a web browser.

How to block YouTube on iPhone

Your kid can use YouTube from two places: an app and a browser. Here’s how to prevent your child from watching inappropriate YouTube content:

Delete the YouTube app if you already have it.
Tap on Content Restrictions .
Tap on the Apps section
Choose Don’t Allow Apps to prevent your child from downloading apps including YouTube.
To prevent access to the YouTube website, go to Content Restrictions and proceed to Web Content .
Add www.youtube.com to the NEVER ALLOW section and tap Done .

Unfortunately, inappropriate content isn’t the only threat to your kids’ online safety . Recurrent pop-up ads that your kids can easily tap on by mistake can also be malicious.

This means that clicking on the ad could potentially lead you to download a virus to your device or put yourself at risk of a phishing attack. What’s more, the ad itself can contain explicit content, and none of Apple’s parental control features can block this. That’s why you need a tool to block ads.

Clario’s mobile security solution includes instant ad blocking for your iPhone . Here’s how to use it:

Download Clario to your device.
Create an account and log into the app.
Tap the Browsing icon.
Tap the slider in the Ad Blocker section and follow the instructions to enable ad blocking for Safari on your device.

That’s it! The ad blocker is up and running.

If you no longer need the restrictions you’ve previously set up on your mobile device, you can switch them off all at once. See how to disable website restrictions on iOS:

Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
Tap on Screen Time .
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions . If you’ve set up a Screen Time Passcode, you’ll need to enter it here.
Tap the slider next to Content & Privacy Restrictions at the top. It will turn gray to show that you’ve turned off restrictions on your device.

And you’re done! Now you can access all websites and apps on your device.

The internet can be fun and educational, but it can also be dangerous and a source of inappropriate content. That doesn’t mean you should stop your kids going online altogether. With the right settings and an ad blocker from a tool like Clario , everyone can stay safe and still enjoy browsing.

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How to Block Websites in Safari Browser (iPhone, iPad, Mac)?

Do you want to block websites in Safari browser on iPhone, iPad, and Mac? If so, then this article will explain how to do so effectively.

When it comes to web browsing, Safari is an excellent choice. Blocking websites can be a great way to prevent yourself from visiting distracting or time-wasting sites.

For example, if you are trying to get work done blocking certain sites could help improve productivity by preventing you from being tempted.

However, new Apple device owners can find it difficult to block certain websites for employees or kids. Although Apple provides a system-wide solution for blocking websites on any Apple device.

In this method, multiple websites are blocked using the Screen Time feature on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. You can either block only adult websites or any websites you choose.

In this article, I’m going to show you how to block websites in the Safari browser (iPhone, iPad, Mac).

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Without further ado, let’s get started!

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How To Limit Adult Content In Safari Browser On iOS

To prevent your kids from having access to any such harmful things, you can block adult sites on Safari. Before you begin, make sure that Screen Time is set up on your device.

There is only one thing you need to do, and that is to enable a feature already present on your Apple device. Using this feature, your kids will be unable to access adult websites. In Safari, the adult-content sites are automatically blacklisted.

To block adult content sites in Safari browser on iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:

First, open the Settings on your iOS device.
Select the Screen Time option.
In the On-screen time section, click on Content & Privacy Restrictions .

After that, tap on Content Restrictions .
Click on the Web Content here.
Select Limit Adult Websites .

Now with this process, you blocked adult content in Safari on iPhone or iPad.

How To Block Specific Websites In Safari Browser On iOS

In case you want to protect your children from specific websites, such as social media sites, etc. Safari lets you block those specific sites. Just you need to know the URL of the site you want to block.

To block a site, copy the URL from the Safari address bar and add it to the blocking sites list. The following are the steps to block specific websites in Safari on iPhone and iPad:

From the home screen, launch Settings .
Select Screen Time .
Then tap on Content & Privacy Restrictions .

Select the Content Restrictions option.
Click on Web Content .
Now select Limit adult websites.

Under NEVER ALLOW, tap Add Website .
In the Website field, enter the URL of the website you want to block.
On the top left, click Back .

You can repeat this process and add as many websites as you wish to the block list. In addition, it blocks blacklisted websites that have adult content automatically.

Note: If you don’t know the URL of a specific website, then you can’t block that website. Also, remember that if certain websites have mobile sites, you might need to block those separately.

How To Block Everything And Whitelist Only Specific Sites In Safari On iOS

If your kids are still immature, or if you just want to make sure nothing is accessible other than what you explicitly allow, then you can disable everything at first, and then later allow only those sites that are completely reasonable to you.

From the home screen, select Settings .
Then select screen time .
After that toggle Content and Privacy Restrictions .

Tap Web Content .
Click on allowed websites only .

Now, enter the Add Website .
Add the Title and URL of a custom site you wish to include in your permit list.
Click Back .

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How To Block Websites In Safari On Mac With Screen Time

Blocking websites in Safari on Mac OS is very straightforward. Follow these steps to block websites in Safari on Mac with Screen Time:

First of all, Launch System Preferences on your Mac from the Dock.

After that, choose Screen Time .

Now select Content & Privacy .

Under Web Content , select Limit Adult Content .
To continue, enter your Screen Time passcode .

After that, click on Customize .

Next, tap on the Plus(+) icon.

And then enter the URL of the website you want to block. To finish, click OK .

It’s done! Safari now won’t open this site anymore. An error message will appear when someone tries to open any of the blocked websites. The browser will say, “Oops! You Can’t see pages on this Web Site.”.

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How To Block Websites In Safari On Mac Without Screen Time

Without using screen time, you can also block websites in Safari on Mac. Just download a website blocking app such as Cisdem AppCrypt and follow the instructions.

First, install the Cisdem AppCrypt Safari website blocker app.
Set a password when you first open the app and click on Submit .

Note: You cannot recover or reset your AppCrypt password in the future, so make sure you remember it.

Click the AppCrypt icon at the top of the screen and choose Open Main Window .
Now click Web Block in the main window.

Lastly, click the Plus (+) button at the bottom left

And then enter the URL of the website you want to block in Safari on your Mac. Using the Allowlist feature, you can block all sites except for a few.

Now the websites are blocked and not accessible in Safari on your Mac.

How To Block Websites On Safari In Mac With Extension

We all know that the Google Chrome desktop browser is loaded with extensions which is helpful for doing some cool things such as blocking certain websites.

Fortunately, the website blocking extension is also available for Safari browsers. Below are the steps to block websites in safari using an extension:

Goto this link and install the about:blank Safari Extension.

After the installation is complete, quit Safari and reopen it.
As soon as you open the Safari Browser, a notice like this will appear. Click on the Turn on and Review button.

Now, check the box and then click on the Turn on button.

Now find the extension icon ( a:b ) next to the address bar.

Click the Extension icon a:b .
Then click the plus (+) icon in the new window that appears.

Now the website is blocked. If you reload it, you will see the message “The URL was blocked by a content blocker”.

Note: If there is a problem with the browser extension. You can easily resolve the problem by uninstalling the extension and then reinstalling it again to block websites.

Conclusion | How to Block Websites in Safari Browser (iPhone, iPad, Mac)

Above I’ve explained how to block websites in Safari Browser on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. And I hope that this article helped you block the website in the safari browser.

By blocking websites, you can increase your working time and protect your children from harmful content. After reading this article you know how this hack works, so use it whenever you need to.

On Mac, you can block websites in several ways. But the easiest method is Screen Time (or Parental Controls if you’re running an older macOS version).

Please let me know in the comment box if you have faced any problems or if you have any suggestions.

Thanks for reading!

Also, Read: Is Mac as Safe as You Think?

How To Block Websites On iPad

by: David Woutersen

Last Updated: March 21, 2023

First Published: March 18, 2023

iPads are great tools we can carry around daily, but with great convenience comes significant risk. The last thing we think about is how easy it would be to access potentially dangerous websites on our iPads.

Our children are just one tap away from being scarred for life, or we may need a little help keeping us focused on work. Here are a few ways to block websites on your iPad.

Here’s how to block websites using:

How To Block Websites On iPad – Safari

The engineers over at Apple have created great tools to help us keep a watchful eye on what our children have access to while browsing online.

Through Apple’s parental control, you can monitor your child’s browsing habits and restrict the websites their iPads can access. Here’s how to block websites while using Safari.

Step 1. Open Safari

First, you need to open Safari, you can locate Safari on your hot bar, or you can find it on your launchpad screen.

The icon you are looking for is a blue circle with a white and red arrow. It looks like a compass.

Tap the icon to open Safari.

Step 2. Open The Settings Menu

Second, you must open the settings menu. This context menu can be found at the top left of your iPad’s screen.

The icon you are looking for looks like a square with three lines on the left. Tapping that icon will open the options menu.

Step 3. Turn On Screen Time

Third, you must turn on “Screen Time.” To turn on this setting, tap the “Screen Time” option and choose “This is My [Device]” or “This is My Child’s [Device].”

To prevent your children from changing the screen time settings, consider setting a password. To do this, tap on the “Use Screen Time Passcode” option and set a new password.

Step 4. Turn On Content & Privacy Restrictions

Forth, you must select the “Content & Privacy Restrictions” option by tapping on it.

Activating this option turns on the safety features built into Safari.

Step 5. Block Websites

Lastly, you can specify websites you want to block on the device by selecting the “Web Content” option and choosing “Limit Adult Websites.”

Alternatively, you can add a custom list of websites that should never be allowed. Here are some suggestions for websites to block on your child’s iPad.

If you don’t have any children but feel the need to block certain websites while you are working, consider these website blockers to increase your productivity.

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How To Block Websites On iPad – Firefox

Firefox does not have a website-blocking feature built into the base version of Firefox.

If you want to enable the blocking of websites while using Firefox, you will need to follow these steps.

Step 1. Download A Blocking Extension

There are various website-blocking extensions available online. We recommend you use the extension “Block Site” as it is the easiest one to install and set up.

To Download Block Site, open Firefox and type https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/android/ into the URL bar at the top. Search for Block Site and click on the “Add extension” button.

Step 2. Configure The Block Site Extension

Once Block Site has been installed, click on the extension to open its settings. Keep adding website URLs until you feel you’ve covered all the dangerous websites.

Step 3. Save Your Settings

To save the list of URLs you have blocked, you must close the add-on tab. Closing this tab will automatically save all the URLs you have listed.

How To Block Websites On iPad – Opera

If you opt to use Opera as your web browser on your iPad, you will need to follow similar steps as we have listed above when using Firefox.

Opera has no built-in website-blocking features and requires a third-party extension to enable this feature.

Launch Opera and type the following into the URL bar at the top – https://addons.opera.com/en/.

Entering this URL address will open the tab where Opera houses all the extensions you have installed or would like to install.

Search for “Block Site” and click download. Clicking Download will automatically install the Block Site add-on to your Opera web browser.

Step 2. Update Block Site’s Extension Settings

As before, select the extension Block Site once the download has completed and update the list of URLs you no longer want accessible on your iPad.

Each URL listed will become restricted, and unless your Block Site list is updated, these specified URLs will remain limited.

Step 3. Save Block Site Settings

To save your list of blocked URLs, you must back out of the Block Site extension by tapping on the arrow icon located on the top left of your screen.

Backing out of the extension saves your settings automatically.

Step 4. Relax

Now that you have successfully blocked all the unwanted and potentially dangerous websites, you can relax, knowing that all the users of your iPad will be protected.

How To Block Websites On iPad – Microsoft Edge

Like Apple, The teams over at Microsoft are very dedicated to browsing the web safely.

You can manage all the accessible websites on your iPad through Microsoft’s parental control features, provided you have installed Microsoft Edge and set it as your preferred web browser.

Here are the actions you need to take to block websites on your iPad using Microsoft Edge.

Step 1. Log Into Your Microsoft Account

The first action is to log into your Microsoft account. The easiest way would be through your Mac or any other desktop device.

Visit www.microsoft.com, click on the sign-in button at the top right-hand side of your screen.

Step 2. Add A Family Member To Your Account

Next, you need to add an account you would like to manage under the “Family section.” To add an account, you must click the “Add a member” button in the lower section of the screen.

Once you have completed all the details, an invite will be sent to the registered email address.

Step 3. Update Your Blocking List

Once the account has been registered, you can access the account under the “Family” section and update the list of blocked websites under the “Content restrictions” tab found in the “Your Family” sub-menu.

Step 4. Install Microsoft Edge On Your iPad.

Next, you need to download the Microsoft Edge browser onto your iPad. Open your app store to download the Microsoft Edge browser and type “Microsoft Edge” into the search bar.

Click on the download button and wait for Microsoft Edge to finish installing.

Step 5. Link Your Account To Microsoft Edge

The final step to blocking websites on your iPad using Microsoft Edge is to link the Microsoft account details you registered earlier in step two.

To connect your Microsoft Edge account, you must open Microsoft Edge and click on the “Link Account” button that should appear in the middle of the screen. Input the username and password, and you should be all set.

If you want to update which websites your iPad can and can’t access, you must log back into your Microsoft account and update the list manually through the “Family” section.

And that’s all you need to do to ensure that whoever uses your iPad can safely browse the internet using Microsoft Edge.

If you’re using none of these browsers on your iPad, odds are you’re using Chrome. To block websites on Chrome , the process is slightly different, which is why I have a dedicated article on the topic.

Now that you have websites blocked on your iPad, if you want to take your iPad productivity one step further, you can also start blocking apps on your iPad by following my step-by-step guide.

David Woutersen

David is the founder of Outofthe925.com and has been in the social media industry since 2017. Since then, his mission has been to help others take control of their online presence. For some, this has been earning an income online; for others, it's teaching how to use social networks more effectively. And each year, he continues to help millions with strategy, troubleshooting, and inspiration.

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Set Content & Privacy Restrictions

Prevent itunes & app store purchases, allow built-in apps and features, prevent explicit content and content ratings, prevent web content, restrict siri web search, restrict game center, allow changes to privacy settings, allow changes to other settings and features, make changes to health and safety features.

To make sure that your parental control settings sync across devices, update all of the devices in your Family Sharing group to the latest software version before turning on parental controls or changing your parental controls settings.

Go to Settings and tap Screen Time.

Tap Turn on Screen Time, then tap it again. Choose "This is My [Device]" or "This is My Child's [Device]."

If you're the parent or guardian of your device and want to prevent another family member from changing your settings, tap Use Screen Time Passcode to create a passcode, then re-enter the passcode to confirm. After you confirm your passcode you'll be asked to enter your Apple ID and password. This can be used to reset your Screen Time passcode if you forget it.

If you're setting up Screen Time on your child's device, follow the prompts until you get to Screen Time Passcode and enter a passcode. Re-enter the passcode to confirm. After you confirm your passcode you'll be asked to enter your Apple ID and password. This can be used to reset your Screen Time passcode if you forget it.

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions. If asked, enter your passcode, then turn on Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Make sure to choose a passcode that's different from the passcode that you use to unlock your device. To change or turn off the passcode on your child's device, tap Settings > Screen Time > [your child's name]. Then tap Change Screen Time Passcode or Turn Off Screen Time Passcode, and authenticate the change with Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode.

Learn what to do if you forgot your Screen Time passcode

With iOS 16 or later, while you're setting up Screen Time for a child's device, you can set age-related restrictions for content in apps, books, TV shows, and movies. Just follow the onscreen instructions during setup.

You can also prevent your child from being able to install or delete apps, make in-app purchases , and more. To prevent iTunes & App Store purchases or downloads:

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions. If asked, enter your passcode.

Tap iTunes & App Store Purchases.

Choose a setting and set to Don't Allow.

You can also change your password settings for additional purchases from the iTunes & App Store or Book Store. Follow steps 1-3, then choose Always Require or Don't Require.

You can restrict the use of built-in apps or features. If you turn off an app or feature, the app or feature won't be deleted, it's just temporarily hidden from your Home Screen. For example, if you turn off Mail, the Mail app won't appear on your Home Screen until you turn it back on.

To change your Allowed Apps:

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions.

Enter your Screen Time passcode.

Tap Allowed Apps.

Select the apps that you want to allow.

You can also prevent the playback of music with explicit content and movies or TV shows with specific ratings. Apps also have ratings that can be configured using content restrictions.

To restrict explicit content and content ratings:

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions, then tap Content Restrictions.

Choose the settings that you want for each feature or setting under Allowed Store Content.

Here are the types of content that you can restrict:

Music, Podcasts, News, Fitness: Prevent the playback of music, music videos, podcasts, news, and workouts containing explicit content

Music Videos: Prevent finding and viewing music videos

Music Profiles: Prevent sharing what you're listening to with friends and seeing what they're listening to

Movies: Prevent movies with specific ratings

TV Shows: Prevent TV shows with specific ratings

Books: Prevent content with specific ratings

Apps: Prevent apps with specific ratings

App Clips: Prevent app clips with specific ratings

iOS and iPadOS can automatically filter website content to limit access to adult content in Safari and other apps on your device. You can also add specific websites to an approved or blocked list, or you can limit access to only approved websites. Follow these steps:

Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions and enter your Screen Time passcode.

Tap Content Restrictions, then tap Web Content.

Choose Unrestricted Access, Limit Adult Websites, or Allowed Websites.

Depending on the access you allow, you might need to add information, like the website that you want to restrict.

Each time your child updates a device signed in with their Apple ID to iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, or macOS Sonoma for the first time, Web Content Restrictions is reset to Limit Adult Websites for all their devices.

To restrict Siri features:

Scroll down to Siri, then choose your settings.

You can restrict these Siri features:

Web Search Content: Prevent Siri from searching the web when you ask a question

Explicit Language: Prevent Siri from displaying explicit language

To restrict Game Center features:

Scroll down to Game Center, then choose your settings.

You can restrict these Game Center features:

Multiplayer Games: Prevent the ability to play multiplayer games with everyone, allow with friends only, or allow with anyone

Adding Friends: Prevent the ability to add friends to Game Center

Connect with Friends: Prevent the ability to share a Game Center friend list with third-party games

Screen Recording: Prevent the ability to capture the screen and sound

Nearby Multiplayer: Prevent the ability to enable the nearby setting

Private Messaging: Prevent the ability to voice chat or send or receive custom messages with game and friend invitations

Profile Privacy Changes: Prevent the ability to change profile privacy settings

Avatar & Nickname Changes: Prevent the ability to change Game Center avatars and nicknames

The privacy settings on your device give you control over which apps have access to information stored on your device or the hardware features. For example, you can allow a social-networking app to request access to use the camera, which allows you to take and upload pictures.

To allow changes to privacy settings:

Under Privacy, tap the setting that you want to change.

Here are the things you can restrict:

Location Services: Lock the settings to allow apps and websites to use location

Contacts: Prevent apps from accessing your Contacts

Calendars: Prevent apps from accessing your Calendar

Reminders: Prevent apps from accessing your Reminders

Photos: Prevent apps from requesting access to your photos

Share My Location: Lock the settings for location sharing in Messages and Find My Friends

Bluetooth sharing: Prevent devices and apps from sharing data through Bluetooth

Microphone: Prevent apps from requesting access to your microphone

Speech Recognition: Prevent apps from accessing Speech Recognition or Dictation

Apple Advertising: Prevent changes to advertising settings

Allow Apps to Request to Track: Prevent tracking activity by apps that you've denied access to

Media & Apple Music: Prevent apps from accessing your photos, videos, or music library

You can allow changes to other settings and features, the same way you can allow changes to privacy settings.

Under Allow Changes, select the features or settings that you want to allow changes to and choose Allow or Don't Allow.

Here are some features and settings that you can allow changes for:

Passcode Changes: Prevent changes to your passcode

Account Changes: Prevent account changes in Accounts & Passwords

Cellular Data Changes: Prevent changes to cellular data settings

Reduce Loud Sounds: Prevent changes to volume settings for safe listening

Driving Focus: Prevent changes to the Driving Focus

TV Provider: Prevent changes to TV provider settings

Background App Activities: Prevent changes to whether or not apps run in the background

Some Screen Time features may be turned on by default for children in a Family Sharing group.

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How To Block Websites On iPhone and iPad In 3 Easy Ways

Discover secret techniques to block websites on iphone and ipad with screen time, safari, or top-notch third-party apps..

Have you ever felt the need to block certain websites on your iPhone or iPad? Maybe you want to protect your kids from inappropriate content, or maybe you want to avoid distractions and stay focused on your work. Whatever the reason, blocking websites on iOS devices is not as hard as you might think. In fact, there are several ways to do it, depending on your preferences and needs.

In this blog post, we will show you how to block websites on iPhone and iPad using different methods. Let’s get started!

Why Block Websites on iPhone and iPad?

There are many reasons why you might want to block websites on iOS 16 and other popular versions. Here are some of the most common ones:

Parental control : If you have children who use your device, you might want to limit their access to certain websites that are not suitable for their age or interest.
Productivity: If you use your device for work or study, you might want to block websites that are distracting or time-wasting like entertainment sites, shopping sites, etc. to enhance focus.
Privacy: If you share your device with others, you might want to block websites that contain sensitive or personal information. For example, you might want to block banking sites, email sites, social media sites, etc.

3 Ways to Block Websites on iPhone and iPad

1. how to block websites on iphone and ipad using screen time.

One of the easiest ways to block websites on iPhone and iPad is to use the Screen Time feature in the Settings app. Screen Time is a tool that lets you monitor and manage your device usage , including the websites that you visit. You can use Screen Time to block all adult websites, limit access to a list of pre-approved websites, or block specific websites by adding them to the NEVER ALLOW list. You can also block websites with explicit language and protect the settings with a passcode.

Here’s how to block website on iPad and iPhone:

STEP 1 = Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and tap Screen Time.

STEP 2 = If it’s not already activated, flick the Content & Privacy Restrictions toggle on and then tap Content Restrictions.

STEP 3 = Tap the Web Content option.

STEP 4 = You will see three options: Unrestricted Access, Limit Adult Websites, and Allowed Websites Only . Choose the one that suits your needs.

Unrestricted Access: This option allows access to all websites without any restrictions.

Limit Adult Websites: This option blocks access to adult websites automatically based on Apple’s list. You can also add or remove specific websites from the ALWAYS ALLOW or NEVER ALLOW lists manually.

Allowed Websites Only: This option blocks access to all websites except those that are on the list of allowed websites. You can add or remove websites from the list manually.

STEP 5 = To add or remove a website from the ALWAYS ALLOW or NEVER ALLOW lists, tap Add Website under the respective section and enter the URL of the website . Tap Done when finished!

STEP 6 = To add or remove a website from the list of allowed websites, tap Add Website under ALLOWED WEBSITES and enter the URL of the website . Tap Done when finished!

STEP 7 = If you want to block explicit language in web searches, tap Siri & Search under Content Restrictions and toggle off Explicit Language .

Additionally, to protect your settings with a passcode, tap Use Screen Time Passcode under Screen Time and enter a four-digit code.

That’s it! You have successfully blocked websites on iPhone and iPad using the Screen Time feature.

2. How to Block Websites on iPad & iPhone Using Safari?

Another way to restrict websites on iPhone and iPad is via Safari browser settings . Safari has a built-in feature that lets you block pop-ups , cookies, cross-site tracking, fraudulent websites, camera access, microphone access, location access, and notifications from certain websites.

Here’s how to block access to specific websites on iPad and iPhone using your favorite browser :

STEP 1 = Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and scroll down until you see Safari .

STEP 2 = Scroll down until you see General .

STEP 3 = Under the General tab, you will see several options that let you control how Safari behaves with different websites. Toggle on or off the options that suit your needs.

Block Pop-ups: This option blocks pop-up windows from appearing when you visit certain websites.
Prevent Cross-Site Tracking: This option prevents third-party trackers from collecting data about your browsing activity across different websites.
Block All Cookies: This option blocks all cookies from being stored on your device by any website.

Moreover, you can scroll down until you see Privacy & Security which lets you protect your privacy and security when browsing the web. Toggle on or off the options that suit your needs.

Fraudulent Website Warning: This option warns you when you visit a website that is suspected of phishing or malware.
Camera & Microphone Access: This option controls whether websites can access your device’s camera and microphone.
Location Services: This option controls whether websites can access your device’s location.
Notifications: This option controls whether websites can send you notifications.

That’s it! You have successfully blocked websites on iPhone and iPad using Safari.

3. How to Block Websites on iPhone and iPad Using Third-Party Apps?

The third way to block websites on iPhone and iPad is to use third-party apps that are designed for this purpose. There are many apps available on the App Store that let you block websites on your device, such as FamiSafe , Freedom , 1Blocker , etc.

These apps have different features and functions, such as blocking websites by category, blocking websites by time, blocking websites by keywords, blocking websites by device , etc. You can choose any of the website blocking app that best suits your needs and preferences.

Enjoy browsing the web without any unwanted or harmful websites!

Blocking Websites on iPhone/iPad: A Smart Way to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones

Blocking websites is an effective way to prevent yourself from online threats and distractions. You can use any of the methods mentioned above to block websites on your iOS device, depending on your needs and preferences. Whether you want to block adult websites, limit access to certain websites, or block specific websites, you can do it with just a few taps.

If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to leave a comment below. Happy browsing!

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How to Block Websites on Safari on Mac: 5 Best Ways

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Last updated: December 22, 2023

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To block websites on Safari on a Mac, use one of the following methods:

Set up Screen Time in System Settings and choose Content & Privacy to limit adult websites or specify only allowed websites .
Access your router’s settings via its IP address and use the Access Restrictions or Parental Controls to block specific websites.
Install a web blocker extension from the App Store.
Download and use third-party web blocker apps.
Use the sudo nano /etc/hosts command to edit the host file via Terminal to block specific websites.

I know how easy it is to get distracted online, especially when trying to work or study on a Mac. That’s why I put together this guide with simple, straight-to-the-point steps that I use myself to keep focused. These methods really work whether you’re aiming to stay focused, manage your online activities, or just streamline your browsing.

Before We Begin

Besides blocking websites on your Mac, you should also remove adware and unwanted programs. Download MacKeeper and use its Adware Cleaner to avoid annoying pop-ups that send you to websites you don’t want to visit.

How to Block a Website on Safari on Mac

There are different solutions for blocking websites on Safari. Below, I’ve shared some quick ways to block websites on Safari.

1. Use Screen Time

Screen Time is a feature in macOS, iOS, and iPadOS that allows you to set limits on app usage, including Safari. You can use Screen Time to block specific websites or categories of websites during certain times of the day. You can also use it to block all websites and whitelist some specific ones.

For macOS 10.15 Catalina or Later

Here’s how to use Screen Time to block websites on Safari on your Mac:

Open the Apple menu and click System Settings .

Click Screen Time in System Settings and select Content & Privacy .

click screen time and select content and privacy

Click Content Restrictions .

click content restrictions in content and privacy

A new window will appear. Click the drop-down icon next to Access to Web Content and select Limit Adult Websites .

click limit adult websites to block adult content

If you want to manage your time on specific websites using Safari, you can do that with Screen Time. Here are the steps for setting a time limit for certain websites on Safari on a Mac:

Click Screen Time in System Settings and select App Limits .

click screen time in system settings and select app limits

In the App Limits section, toggle on the App Limits switch and click the Add Limit button to create a new restriction.

toggle on the app limits switch and click the add limit button

Scroll down to the end of the list until you find the option for Websites .

find websites in the list to add a new app limit

Click the dropdown arrow next to Websites to specify which websites you want to set time limits for.
Select a website from the list or add a URL.
In the Time section, specify the time you wish to allow for this site. This is the duration for which you can access the site each day.
Once you have set the time limit, click Done .

select a website specify a time and click done

For iOS 12 or Later and iPadOS

Here’s how to use Screen Time to block websites on Safari on your iPhone or iPad:

Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Tap Screen Time .
If Screen Time isn’t already enabled, tap Turn On Screen Time , then tap Continue . If it’s for your iPhone, select This is My iPhone .
Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions and toggle on the Content & Privacy Restrictions switch.
Tap Content Restrictions and select Web Content .
Select Limit Adult Websites .
Tap Add Website in the Never Allow section.
Type the website URL you want to restrict in the URL field and tap Done .

2. Change Router Settings

If you block websites through your router settings, it stops those sites on every device using your Wi-Fi. You just need to go into your router’s settings and choose the websites you want to block.

Here are the steps to block websites on Safari using router settings:

Open your web browser and enter your router’s IP address in the address bar. You can usually find this information on the back of your router or in the manual.
Enter your login credentials when prompted. The default username and password should be listed in your router’s manual if you need to change them.
Look for the Access Restrictions or Parental Controls section in your router’s settings. It may be under the Advanced or Security tab.
Choose the Website Blocking or Block Sites option.
Enter the URL you want to block in the Website URL field. Some routers may also allow you to block websites based on keywords.
Save the settings and exit the router’s interface.

3. Install A Web Blocker Extension

You can also add a browser extension to your web browser to do different things, including blocking websites. Safari doesn’t have a dedicated store for extensions, like Chrome. Instead, you have to download them from the App Store.

For Safari, I recommend a website-blocking extension called StayFree, a popular choice among Mac users.

For macOS 10.12 or Later

Open Safari on your Mac.
Click Safari in the menu bar and select Safari Extensions . This will open the App Store.

click safari and select safari extensions

In the App Store, type StayFree in the search bar and click Get > Install next to the app name in the results.

search for an extension in the app store and click the install button

Wait for the extension to install. Once it’s installed, you might get this notification in Safari. Click the Turn On Extensions button.

click the turn on extensions button in safari

Close Safari and reopen it. You should now see the extension’s icon near the address bar.

To block a site, click the extension icon, and select Focus Mode Settings .

It will open a new window. Click the Add Website button.

click the add website button in extension settings

Type the website URL and click Save . It will block the website and you won’t be able to reload it until you remove it from the Blocked Website list.

For iOS 15 or Later and iPadOS 15 or Later

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 support web extensions for Safari. To add a Safari website blocker extension to your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:

Open Settings on your iPhone or iPad.
Navigate to Safari .
Select Extensions > More Extensions . This directs you to the App Store, showing compatible Safari extensions.
Pick a web blocker extension for screen time control, and download it.
Activate the Safari extension by going to Settings > Safari > Extensions .
Find the web blocker extension you’ve installed and turn it on.

4. Use Third-Party Web Blocker Apps

Third-party web blocker apps offer another effective solution for managing online content access on Mac. These apps work by letting you make a list of websites you want to block. This stops you from accessing these sites for certain times you choose or all the time.

Here are some third-party web blocker apps that you might consider using:

Cisdem AppCrypt : Cisdem AppCrypt is not just a website blocker, it also locks apps with a password. For website blocking, you can create a blacklist or whitelist and set up a schedule to block sites during certain times.
1Focus : 1Focus lets you block distracting websites and apps. It’s simple to use and lets you set periods of focus during which specific sites and apps are inaccessible. You can also schedule recurring focus sessions, making it a handy tool for establishing a routine.
Freedom : Freedom is a popular app for blocking distracting websites and apps across multiple devices. It lets you create blocklists and schedule distraction-free sessions, making it a great tool for improving focus and productivity.
SelfControl : Specifically for macOS, SelfControl lets you block access to distracting websites, mail servers, or anything else on the Internet. Once you set a period to block for, not even restarting your Mac or deleting the app will disable the block.

5. Map Domain Using Host Files/Terminal

Blocking websites in Safari on your Mac can be done by using host files. These files connect website names to their internet addresses. You can change these files to stop your Mac from reaching certain websites.

Here are the steps to map domain using host files:

Open the Terminal application on your Mac. You can do this by searching for Terminal using Spotlight or by navigating to Applications > Utilities > Terminal .

In the Terminal window, type the following command to open the host’s file and press Enter :

You will be prompted to enter your admin password. Enter it.
Use the arrow keys to navigate to the bottom of the host’s file.
To block a website, add the following line to the bottom of the file, replacing example.com with the URL of the website you want to block:
You can add as many websites as you want by creating a new line for each website.
Press Control ^ + O to save the changes to the host’s file.

Press Control ^ + X to exit the editor.

To make the changes take effect, flush the DNS cache on Mac by typing the following command in the Terminal:

type sudo dscacheutil flushcache sudo killall HUP mDNSResponder in terminal

It will clear the cached DNS entries, forcing the Mac to use the updated host file.

Once you’ve completed these steps, Safari and other browsers on your Mac should no longer be able to access the websites you’ve blocked in the host file.

This method blocks the websites system-wide, so it will affect all users on your Mac. To unblock a website, remove the corresponding line from the host file and flush the DNS cache again.

How to Whitelist Specific Websites on Mac

Once you’ve set up Screen Time to limit websites, most adult websites will become inaccessible. But if you want to allow specific websites only, follow these steps:

Follow the above steps from 1 to 3, and instead of Limit Adult Websites, select Allowed Websites Only in the Web Content window.

select allowed websites only next to access to web content

Click the Customise button that appears.

click customise under access to web content

In the new window, click the + button in the bottom left corner.

Type in the name and URL of the website you want to allow and tap Done .

add the webiste name and url and tap done

The website you add will appear in the list.

your allowed website will appear in the list

Click Done to close the window.

Avoid Distractions While Browsing With MacKeeper

MacKeeper does not offer a feature to block websites on Safari. But it offers an Adware Cleaner that can detect and remove adware and potentially unwanted programs causing unwanted pop-ups or redirects to certain websites. This can indirectly help with blocking certain websites.

To use the Adware Cleaner feature in MacKeeper:

Download and install MacKeeper on your Mac.
Open MacKeeper and click Adware Cleaner in the left sidebar.

Click Open .

Click Start Scan to scan your system for adware and potentially unwanted programs.

Once the scan is complete, review the list of detected items and select the ones you want to remove.
If there are no malicious files, you’ll get a No items found message on your screen. Click Rescan to run the scan again or close the program.

While this may not directly block websites on Safari, removing adware and potentially unwanted programs can prevent unwanted pop-ups or redirects to those websites. So, it’s worth a try.

What Else Can MacKeeper Do?

Besides removing adware on your Mac, MacKeeper can block ads on your Mac , disable pop-ups on Safari and other browsers, and remove browser extensions . Check out my MacKeeper review to learn about these features.

Why Would You Need to Block Websites on Safari?

Blocking websites on Safari can be necessary for several reasons:

🎯 Focus and Productivity : If you find yourself frequently distracted by certain websites while working or studying, blocking them can help maintain focus and boost productivity.
👪 Parental Controls : For parents, blocking websites is a way to ensure children don’t access inappropriate content or spend too much time on entertainment sites.
🔒 Online Safety : Blocking websites that are known for phishing, scams, or malicious content helps protect your personal information and your device’s security.
📶 Bandwidth Management : In some cases, especially in a workplace, blocking websites that consume a lot of bandwidth (like streaming services) can help maintain network performance.
💆 Digital Well-being : Sometimes, blocking websites can be a part of a digital detox strategy, helping reduce time spent on addictive sites and improving overall well-being.

In each case, the goal is to create a safer, more focused, and more productive online environment.

Block Unwanted Websites on Safari and Be More Productive

Now that you know how to block websites on Safari, you may want to take your productivity up a notch. Here are some more tips to make your Safari experience better.

Clear Safari cache on your Mac to improve its performance and prevent slow loading times.
If your Safari is crashing on Mac , troubleshoot the problem by updating it and clearing the cache and cookies.
Update Safari on Mac to prevent crashes and improve its security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i unblock websites that i’ve blocked on safari on mac.

Yes, you can unblock websites previously blocked in Safari on your Mac. The method to unblock depends on how you blocked the site initially, whether through browser settings, a parental control app, or system files.

Can I password-protect the blocked websites?

No, you cannot password-protect the blocked websites using the built-in website-blocking feature on Safari. If you want to password-protect your blocked websites, use a third-party app or software that offers this feature.

Will blocking websites on Safari prevent me from accessing them on other devices?

No, blocking websites on Safari will not prevent you from accessing them on other devices. Blocking websites on Safari only affects your Safari browser on the device you set it up on. You can access those websites easily on other devices.

Can I block websites based on specific keywords?

No, you cannot block websites based on specific keywords using the built-in website blocking feature on Safari. However, some third-party apps or browser extensions allow blocking websites based on keywords or phrases.

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How to Block Websites From Employee Use

If you plan to create restrictions, here are a few tips to follow:

1. Be transparent with employees.

If you decide to restrict websites, make sure you tell your staff. You should explain what websites and categories you’re restricting and why. Your employees will appreciate the transparency and won’t waste time contacting IT if they have problems accessing a blocked website.

Ralph Labarta, chief technology officer at Engage PEO, recommended including the information in an internet use policy. “The policy should include a protocol for accessing sites that are blocked but may need legitimate access, a warning that attempting to thwart site restrictions is a violation of the policy and a warning that all site activities are monitored.”

If you’re considering blocking social media websites, create a social media policy first and step in only if a problem arises, suggested Jonathan Prichard, founder and CEO of MattressInsider.

“Instead of restricting access, create a companywide social media policy,” he said. “This document should include guidelines for what you expect in terms of time spent on social media sites during office hours. Give them the structure, [and] allow them to make decisions for themselves.”

2. Use a browser extension.

The easiest way to block a website or category of websites on Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is with BlockSite. With this browser add-on, you can block specific websites, such as Facebook, adult websites or URLs that contain specific words.

BlockSite also works on Chrome’s incognito mode. If you’re worried that your employees will access BlockSite to manage blocked websites, you can set up a password to limit access.

3. Use employee monitoring software.

For a more extreme solution, consider purchasing employee monitoring software, which can track almost every move your employees take, such as how many minutes they are inactive and even their keystrokes. If you are concerned about data breaches and network security consider reading our Teramind review , our best pick for protecting your business and employees against security threats.

Some of the best employee monitoring software also offers content-filtering features that allow you to regulate websites and certain topics, such as weapons, drugs and nudity. You can also block individual websites by manually adding them to the list of prohibited websites. In addition, you can create notifications and alerts that are triggered when an employee browses restricted content.

4. Block websites from the Wi-Fi network.

If you have many employees or your employees regularly use multiple devices, it may be best to block websites from being accessed via your company’s Wi-Fi network. This way, these settings apply to all people on the network, and you don’t have to keep updating individual devices.

Bottom Line: There are multiple ways to block employees from accessing inappropriate websites during company time.

How to block a website in Google Chrome

Blocking websites in Chrome is not part of the regular installation process, but it is possible. Computer Hope gives these step-by-step instructions on how to block a website in Chrome:

Go to the Chrome website, and visit the Block Site Extensions.
On the top right of the page, click Add to Chrome.
Click Add Extension to confirm the installation of the extension. Once you see the Thank You page, you know the extension has been installed.
On the top right of the window, click the button with three dots, which is the Customize and Control Google Chrome button.
From the menu, select More Tools. Then, select Extensions.
The Block Site Options page opens to allow you to enter the websites you want to block. Type the website in the box, and click Add Page. That website is now blocked.

How to block a website in Firefox

There are also ways to block websites in Firefox, even though it does not come with the default installation. Computer Hope provides these step-by-step instructions on how to block a website on Firefox:

From the list of menus at the top of the browser, select Add-ons and Themes.
Look for a search bar in the top-right corner. Type “BlockSite” into the search bar. The top result should be the BlockSite add-on. Click on the name or description. Next, click “Add to Firefox.”
After the program installs, you will have to restart Firefox to finish the installation.

How to block a website in Safari

Macs with parental control features can block websites on the Safari browser, which comes preinstalled on Apple devices. Here’s how to access this menu:

Navigate to the Apple logo in the upper-left corner of the screen.
Select System Preferences and then Screen Time.
Next, click on Content & Privacy. You will then be given a list of options for restricting web content. Click on “Limit Adult Websites.” If there is a particular website you wish to block, click on the “Customize” button. You can then enter the URL you wish to block.
Finally, click the Ok button to save your settings.

You can also use a firewall or antivirus system, or block websites at the Wi-Fi network level instead of the individual device level, depending on the computer’s location and the browser you’re using.

How to block a website in Microsoft Edge

The Microsoft Edge browser is preinstalled on many Windows computers, and you can adjust these browser settings to block or restrict certain websites. Notably, these settings are geared toward parental controls, so the navigation refers to “adult” and “child” accounts. To block sites on Microsoft Edge, follow these steps:

Ensure you are logged in to the “adult” Microsoft account, which modifies the child’s Microsoft account.
Visit family.microsoft.com.
Find the account in question on the Your Family page, and select it.
Navigate to the section labeled Web Browsing.
Turn on “Block inappropriate websites.”
Once you turn on this setting, you can add to the list of websites you do not want that account to visit.

In addition to using these settings, you can install an antivirus system, block sites at the Wi-Fi network level or use a firewall. The best setting for your needs depends on the control you need and the browser being used. These options may be better for establishing settings across multiple devices or accounts. You can also modify each computer to block websites through administrator settings, but this may be too complicated or advanced for some users.

How to block a website on an iPhone or iPad

You can configure an iPhone or iPad to block websites that fit your criteria. For example, you can block all adult websites or only specific keywords.

Here’s how to block websites:

Open the Settings app.
Scroll down to select Screen Time.
Go to Content & Privacy Restrictions.
Tap the button at the top of this menu to turn on Content & Privacy Restrictions if it’s not already selected.
Go to Content Restrictions, and tap that menu item.
Scroll down to Web Content, and tap to limit adult websites or provide a list of allowed websites.

Here’s how to block searches:

Follow steps 1 through 5 above.
Instead of scrolling down to the Web Content section of the menu, tap the Web Search Content and Explicit Language menus. From there, you can disallow web search content or web searches that use explicit language.

Don’t forget to set a password to ensure that the settings cannot be undone without your permission.

Bottom Line: There are tools and settings that allow you to block websites on whatever devices and browsers your employees are using. Be sure your company policy around internet use covers all devices that will be connected to the business’s network.

How to block a website on an Android device

Android devices can block undesirable websites and searches in several ways. Some of these methods are more technologically advanced than others. Because Android devices utilize the Chrome browser, you can adjust those settings on each device. There are also apps that enforce these restrictions on the device. Here are your options:

Browser extension: You can download and install BlockSite on the Google Chrome browser. Search for BlockSite in the browser extension area, and follow the instructions to install it.
Antivirus software: Some antivirus software that can be installed on an Android device doubles as a website blocker.
Firewall: One of the more technologically advanced options is to install a firewall that blocks access to unwanted content on both Wi-Fi and data networks.

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How to manage all web browser notifications on your Mac

In this tutorial, we will show you how to allow, block, customize, and turn off website notifications in popular browser apps like Safari, Chrome, and Firefox on your Mac.

Website asking permission to send notifications on Mac

These tips will be helpful if you’re getting too many notifications or not receiving alerts from sites that are important to you.

But before you do that, remember that not all websites are designed to send notifications. And ones that do have this feature will probably show you a banner to allow notifications when you visit them for the first time, after a few weeks, or after clearing all your web browser data .

Allow browser notifications

When you install a browser app like Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or Opera, you will get an alert in the top right corner of your Mac’s screen asking your permission to allow notifications from this app. Click Options to Allow (or block) alerts.

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If you don’t get that automatic alert, visit a website like bennish.net , Slack , or something similar that can send notifications. Then, you may see the macOS notification asking your permission to send browser notifications.

Visit bennish.net and click Authorize > Allow .
Now, if you see the macOS notification for browser notification, click Options > Allow and confirm if prompted.

Manage browser notifications for a specific website

Once the browser app in question is permitted to send notifications, you can decide which websites can send you notifications and which cannot.

Allow notifications

When you visit a website that is designed to send notifications, you will see a popup. Allow that and then confirm if prompted. Remember that websites use different popup styles.

Block notifications

You can prevent a website from sending notifications when it asks for the first time. If you have already allowed it, you can block it later by following these steps.

Open the app and click Safari > Settings from the top menu bar. Now, go to the Websites tab and select Notifications . Here, you’ll see all the websites that you have allowed or blocked from sending notifications. Click the dropdown menu next to an allowed site to block it.

Notifications settings for a website in Safari settings

Visit the website that sends you notifications and click the settings icon from the top address bar. Now, turn off the Notifications switch. If you don’t see it, that means you did not permit this site to send notifications, or it does not have that feature.

Turn off notifications for a website in Chrome on Mac

Additionally, you can go to chrome://settings/content/notifications or click Chrome > Settings from the top menu bar and then go to Privacy and security > Site settings > Notifications . From here, click the three dots icon next to a website under the “Allowed to send notifications” and block it.

Visit the website that sends you notifications. Now, click the settings icon and hit Allowed next to Send notifications to block it. Don’t forget to reload the page for changes to take effect.

Block notifications from a website in Firefox

In addition to that, you can click Firefox > Settings from the top menu bar. Then select Privacy & Security and scroll down to the Permissions heading. From here, click Settings next to Notifications to see all allowed or blocked sites. Click the dropdown menu next to a site listed here to block (or allow) notification privileges for it.

Customize browser app notifications

A third-party web browser does not offer many per-website notification customization options. You are pretty much limited to allowing or blocking alerts from that site.

However, macOS offers handy notification settings for web browser apps. Furthermore, when you allow a website to send you notifications in Safari, macOS treats that website as an app in its notification settings. So, you can customize that website’s notifications as if it were an app.

Here’s how to mute, change style, block previews, and do other personalizations for your web browser notifications on Mac:

1) Open System Settings and click Notifications .

2) You will see your browser apps like Safari , Chrome , Firefox , etc. Additionally, as mentioned, websites that are permitted to alert you in Safari may also be listed here. Click a browser app or Safari website.

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3) Now, you can customize it like you would with a regular Mac app.

You can change the notification style, block it from appearing on the locked Mac screen, prevent it from stacking in your Notification Center , turn off the red number badge on the app’s icon in Launchpad and Dock, turn off the notification sound, display or hide the preview, and decide a grouping style.

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Turn off all browser notifications

Go to Mac’s System Settings > Notifications and select the browser app. Now, turn off the Allow notifications switch from the top. After this, you won’t receive notifications from this browser at all. It will even block alerts from websites you had previously allowed to send notifications.

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