Are you tired of temporary fixes that don’t keep adult content out for good?
Well… this article is for you!
There are many options out there, but most of them are only temporary. They either let explicit content slip through the cracks, or they’re so easy to disable — it’s as if they were never there to begin with.
Today we’ll look at some of the most effective tools available to block porn and adult websites on your phone.
We’ll explore different types of solutions and provide practical steps to get them set up. Plus, we’ll briefly cover some alternative options you can consider.
Table of Contents
- The Different Types of Solutions for Blocking Adult Websites
- How to Block Porn on a Phone Using Phone Settings
- How to Block Adult Websites on Your Phone Using Network-Level Blockers
- How to Block Adult Websites on Your Phone Using App-Based Solutions
- Common Issues and Questions
- Why Block Adult Websites?
- Why Accountability Is A Better Option
- Conclusion – Stop Porn Today!
The Different Types of Solutions for Blocking Adult Websites
There are generally three types of solutions to block adult websites. These are network-level blockers, phone settings, and App-Based solutions.
Let’s take a quick look at each of them.
Phone Settings
Did you know that most of today’s phones have built-in solutions for filtering out adult content? You don’t have to install any third-party app to use this. All you need to know is where to look and which settings to change (we’ll get into that below).
The obvious problem with this solution is that it’s not too difficult to change the settings back. That’s why using your phone settings serves more as a deterrent rather than a permanent solution.
Network-Level Blockers
Network-level blockers allow you to block porn websites on your entire network, not just your phone. With this type of blocker, you shouldn’t be able to access adult websites, regardless of which device you use.
The cons of this option are that they are generally more complicated to set up. Also, if you have a bit of technical knowledge, you can find workarounds for network-level blockers.
Which brings us to the third and probably the most effective solution:
App-Based Solutions
App-based solutions are probably the most effective way to permanently block adult websites on your phone.
A good app-based solution will not only prevent you from visiting adult websites, but it can also detect explicit images in non-pornographic websites and block them before you see it.
You might be wondering, “Can’t I just uninstall app-based solutions?”
While that’s technically true, good app-based solutions have ways to make it difficult — such as requiring a password set by an accountability partner or having to uninstall it from your partner’s or parent’s phone.
How to Block Porn on a Phone Using Phone Settings
How to Block Adult Websites on Android
To block adult websites on your Android phone, you can first head to the browser that you use. For most people, this would be Google Chrome, but other browsers like Firefox or Edge, should have similar features.
- Open your browser and type “Google.com” in the search bar.
- Once there, click on your profile picture in the top right corner of your screen and select “Safe Search.”
- You can choose between filtering out explicit content or blurring it from there.
How to Block Adult Websites on an iPhone
For iPhones, built-in settings allow you to block explicit imagery. Here’s how to do it.
- Go to your iPhone’s settings.
- Go to “Screen Time” and enable it.
- Once that’s enabled, go to “Content & Privacy Restrictions.”
- Select “Content Restrictions.
- Choose Web Content and select “Limit Adult Websites.”
You may also set a passcode if you are doing this on your child’s phone.
How to Block Adult Websites on Your Phone Using Network-Level Blockers
Using a network-level blocker can be complicated, especially for people who are not tech-savvy. This type of blocker works with the DNS or domain name system of your network.
Whenever you or someone else tries to access a pornographic website through your network, a blocker will identify the explicit website and deny you access.
This is great because no matter which device you use, you won’t be able to access porn.
There are several network-level blockers you can install. These are more complicated to set up, so follow the instructions given by your program of choice. Some popular network-level blockers include:
- Clean browsing
- OpenDNS
- BlockSite
- TechLockdown
How to Block Adult Websites on Your Phone Using App-Based Solutions
One of the most effective ways to block porn on your phone is by using app-based solutions. Not only are they effective at identifying explicit images on both your browser and apps, but they are also much easier to set up than DNS blockers.
All you have to do is download your app of choice from either the Google Play Store (Android), or App Store (iOs), follow some simple instructions, and your porn blocker should do its job.
Some blockers, such as Bulldog Blocker allow you to adjust how much filtering you want. You can choose only to block websites that have pornographic material, or you can adjust it to block any explicit image in any app.
Other features include requiring a PIN to access blocked material, safe listing websites and apps you’d like to use, and more.
Common Issues and Questions
What if a Porn Website Slips Through my Filter?
If you notice that a website is getting past your filter, you can adjust your settings. Many app-based porn blockers, such as Bulldog Blocker, allow you to blacklist websites that slip through the cracks.
How Can I Check if an Adult Website is Blocked?
Simply type the website into your browser and see if you can still access it. If your porn blocker is set up correctly, you shouldn’t be able to visit the site.
If you can still visit the site, be sure to check if your blocker is set up properly. You can also blacklist the site.
What if My Child Bypasses The Blocker?
People will always find ingenious ways to bypass porn blocks. That’s why aside from getting the best porn blocker you can get, it’s also important to have a conversation with your child or accountability partner about why it’s not healthy to use porn.
Having this conversation plus having a good porn blocker will help keep your child away from porn for good.
Will Porn Blocking Apps Slow Down My Phone?
Generally speaking, if you use a well-built porn blocker like Bulldog Blocker, you shouldn’t have issues with your phone slowing down.
However, some people using lesser-known porn blockers report that it significantly slows their phones down.
Why Block Adult Websites?
You might be wondering, Why block adult websites at all? (Unless it’s to protect your child…) Can’t people just decide to stop watching porn?
While some people can get rid of porn using their willpower alone, the vast majority of people who struggle with porn can’t. All it takes is one tiny lapse in focus, and you’ll find yourself watching adult content again.
That’s why adding an extra layer of security by blocking adult websites goes a long way in winning your battle against porn. It prevents you from watching explicit content impulsively.
However, porn blockers alone are not enough.
Abusing porn usually stems from deeper issues, and blocking porn is often just a band-aid solution. If you’d like to stop altogether, you should get an accountability partner to help you!
Why Accountability Is a Better Option
Accountability partners can listen to your problems, encourage you when you’re feeling down, but also hold you accountable to your goal of quitting porn altogether. They can check in on you regularly and ensure you are on the right track.
With today’s technology, you can even get an accountability app to further help you on your journey.
Accountability apps like Ever Accountable allow your accountability partner to see your device usage. It can also send your partner alerts whenever you view inappropriate or pornographic material, so you won’t be able to hide it from them.
This method is very effective since porn is something that is usually used in secret.
Who wants to watch porn with their accountability partner looking over their shoulder? That’s why 95% of Ever Accountable users say they see a drop in porn immediately after installing the app — and a staggering 63% of people quit porn altogether after only a month of using the app.
While Ever Accountable is primarily an accountability app, it also includes porn-blocking features to strengthen your defenses even more and help you get rid of porn once and for all.
Conclusion - Stop Porn Today!
Yes, it is possible to block porn on your phone.
You have plenty of options to choose from, whether it’s adjusting your settings, using a network-level program, or opting for an app-based solution.
But always remember, simply blocking porn is often not enough. If you’d like to work on the bigger problem with the help of an accountability partner, try the Ever Accountable app today for free!
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