Best Internet Filtering Tools | Safe Browsing

VidAngel

A streaming content filter that connects to Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Peacock, Paramount+, and Amazon add-on channels (AMC+, BritBox, Hallmark+, MGM+, PBS Masterpiece, STARZ) — letting families skip or mute profanity, nudity, violence, and other content scene by scene. Over 1M users, 20,000+ filtered titles. Also includes Angel Studios originals (The Chosen, Dry Bar Comedy). Available on all major platforms including Apple Vision.

Qustodio

Comprehensive cross-platform parental control and digital wellbeing platform for families. Set screen time limits, filter web content, block apps, track location, receive AI-powered alerts for suspicious messages, and monitor social media — all from one dashboard across iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and Kindle.

Canopy

AI-powered parental control app that filters explicit images and videos in real-time from within any website or social platform — built on Israeli technology protecting 2M+ devices. Includes sexting prevention, screen time management, a new AI Chatbot Filter for chatbot safety, and a privacy-first accountability partner mode ("Ally") launched in 2025 for adult use. Trusted by 200K+ families and endorsed by The Gospel Coalition and Focus on the Family.

Kidslox Parental Control

Cross-platform parental control app for iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac. Block apps, set screen time limits, filter web content, monitor social media activity (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube), detect concerning content with AI summaries, and track your child's location — all from one account covering up to 10 devices.

Pinwheel Wireless

Purpose-built smartphones, smartwatches, and a screen-free home phone for kids ages 5–18 with parent-controlled apps, contact safelists, text monitoring, GPS tracking, kid-safe AI chat, and no social media or open internet access. Named a Wirecutter and Forbes Vetted top pick for 2026.

Bark

Comprehensive AI-powered parental controls covering 30+ apps, texts, and emails — with screen time management, web filtering, GPS tracking, an AI assistant for parents, and a full product ecosystem including the Bark Phone, Bark Phone Pro, Bark Watch, Bark Sync, and Bark Home. Covers 7.3 million kids and 3,400+ school districts.

Plucky Filter

Plucky Filter is a self-control internet filter that blocks images and videos by default, then uses a time delay you set in advance to prevent impulsive changes — putting your best self in charge of your screen. Built by Christians, trusted by major ministries, and used in over 100 countries.

Ever Accountable

Accountability app helping Christians break free from pornography by sharing device activity with a trusted partner. Uses on-device AI across six platforms (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Kindle) with Standard and Strict app-locking modes. The only accountability app holding both ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications. Over 150,000 users. Founded by Tyler Patterson in Draper, Utah.

Gertrude

Gertrude is an open-source parental control suite for Mac, iPhone, and iPad that takes a default-deny approach to internet filtering, blocking everything except parent-approved sites and apps, with additional tools for screenshot monitoring, keystroke logging, and a safe podcast app for kids.

LeadMeNot

LeadMeNot is a digital wellness and accountability platform that helps individuals and families overcome destructive digital habits through app blocking, website filtering, accountability partner alerts, journaling, and Safety Checks — available on Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS, and an official YouVersion Bible App partner.

Glorifind Search Engine

Glorifind is a free, ad-supported Christian search engine that searches the entire web with always-on safe search, faith-positive ranking boosts, and a gold border highlighting Christian-owned sites.

Limit Phone

A hardcore Android app blocker that uses system-level MDM to block social media, porn, and gambling — and unlike other blockers, it genuinely cannot be bypassed, uninstalled, or disabled without a factory reset. Includes a custom Firefox browser with built-in website blocking. Works on phones and tablets.

Tech Lockdown

Multi-layered DNS content filtering platform with bypass prevention tools, an Apple Device Config Generator, and the LivingRoom for Families iOS companion app for screenshot-based monitoring with automatic nudity detection. Founded by Ben Bozzay, a Christian developer who built it as a practical tool for freedom from pornography and digital addiction.

Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 for Families

Free DNS resolver from Cloudflare that blocks malware and adult content at the network level. Change two numbers in your router settings and every device on your home Wi-Fi is protected — no apps or subscriptions required. Also available through ISP partnerships for automatic family-safe browsing.

Clearplay

ClearPlay filters violence, language, and sexual content from movies and TV shows on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Max, and Apple TV+. A Chrome browser extension protected under the Family Movie Act of 2005, it lets families customize their viewing experience with a 30-day free trial.

Gabb Wireless

Kid-safe phones and watches with no internet, social media, or app store — just calls, texts, GPS, and a camera. Devices scale by age from smartwatch (5–12) to locked-down phone (9–13) to the flexible Phone 4 Pro for teens, with Gabb Music streaming and the Gabb Go activity app. Lance Black serves as Interim CEO.

Covenant Eyes

The pioneer in internet accountability software — AI-powered screen monitoring, porn blocking, 40+ counselor-reviewed recovery mini-courses, and emotional check-ins for individuals, couples, and families. Founded in 2000 by Ron DeHaas after personal tragedy, now 100% employee-owned and trusted by 1.7M+ people. Named after Job 31:1.

Accountable2You

Accountable2You is a cross-platform accountability app that monitors device activity and shares transparent reports with trusted partners, promoting digital purity through intentional transparency rather than content blocking. Founded in 2006 by Ben and Alissa Lawrence, it serves individuals, families, churches, and schools worldwide.

Safe Surfer

Safe Surfer is a New Zealand-built internet filtering platform that blocks pornography and harmful content across all family devices with screen time management, browsing history, nudity detection, and an exclusive Samsung kid-safe phone partnership — recognized with two Bronze Cannes Lions in 2025.

LivingRoom for Families

Screen recording-based parental monitoring for iPhone and iPad that captures activity across every app — including incognito browsing, Snapchat, and iMessage. Built by two Christian dads, one a veteran iOS developer and the other the founder of Tech Lockdown.