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Protect your family with parental controls

From 0 0 /mo.

+ mo. EXTRA

Block harmful or age-inappropriate content

Customize access with seven content categories

Prevent unauthorized changes with 2FA protection

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Why should you choose a web content blocker?

Because web content blocker is a fresh approach to online safety that differs from traditional parental controls. Instead of focusing on monitoring specific websites or restricting users, it offers a respectful way to block access to your selected website categories — without keeping tabs on online activities.

Secure browsing with a web content blocker

Protect yourself and your family and enhance productivity with our category-based content controls. Block unwanted content, restrict access to distracting sites, and ensure a safe online environment for everyone.

Prevent gambling sites on family devices

Ensure a safe online environment for your family by blocking access to gambling sites on all devices.

Restrict distractions on work devices

Enhance productivity by restricting access to distracting websites on devices used for work.

Block adult content on children devices

Protect your children from inappropriate content by blocking adult websites on their devices.

The web content blocker is a part of Surfshark One

Surfshark One — a cybersecurity bundle for all-over protection. Surf the web without tracking, secure your devices from malware, and guard your accounts’ security with one easy-to-use app.

VPN

Secure your connection

Surfshark VPN encrypts your internet traffic and masks your IP address to offer 24/7 online security. With 4,500+ servers in 100 countries, Surfshark gives boosted protection and faster speeds on unlimited devices.

ALTERNATIVE ID

Keep your details private

Surfshark’s Alternative ID provides you with an alternative email address for online use. You can sign up for websites and mailing lists without worrying about spam emails or giving away your sensitive data.

ANTIVIRUS

Protect your devices

Surfshark Antivirus shields your device from malware and infected files. It scans downloads and attachments before they’re opened, blocks unauthorized apps from accessing your camera, and protects you without disruptions.

ALERT

Get data leak alerts

Surfshark Alert notifies you whenever your personal information is leaked online. You’re alerted if your email addresses, passwords, or ID numbers ever pop up in breached databases, letting you spring into action without delay.

Hide your searches

Surfshark Search brings you purely organic results that are free from tracking. Swap between regions to see results based on your preferred location, not your previous searches. You’ll never see a single pop-up, banner, or targeted ad.

FAQ

What is Surfshark?

Surfshark is a cybersecurity company focused on developing humanized privacy and security solutions. Our products include a VPN, Antivirus, Alternative ID (personal data generator), Alert (data leak detection system), Search (private search tool), and Incogni (automated personal data removal system).

What is a web content blocker?

A web content blocker, included in the One and One+ bundles, is a tool that allows you to block access to specific website categories that you select from a provided list. This feature enables you to handle content access across all family devices, ensuring a safer online environment.

How do I use Surfshark One?

First, you should get a Surfshark subscription. After this, download and install the Surfshark app. Next, log in to the app with your credentials. Once done, you can explore Surfshark products and features. More on how to do that here.

Is Surfshark’s security bundle free to use?

No, but you get a 30-day money-back guarantee. This means you can try Surfshark risk-free for 30 days, and if you change your mind, you will be fully refunded.

Can I buy Surfshark One products separately?

No. Surfshark Antivirus, Alert, and Search are sold in a single bundle with our VPN to provide a better all-around security experience to our users.

Can I block specific websites or website categories?

Web content blocker allows you to block entire categories of websites rather than individual sites. By selecting categories, you can easily restrict access to groups of websites that fall under specific themes.

The categories you can block are:

Pornography and sexually explicit content;
Websites promoting or selling illegal drugs;
Vaping, tobacco, and related equipment sites;
Websites for gambling;
Websites promoting or selling weapons;
Racist, extremist, or offensive language;
Websites hosting malicious downloads.

Will the selected categories apply across all devices simultaneously?

No. It will work on the devices you set it up on. All you have to do is open the Surfshark app on the device you’d like to add, log in using the same account, and enable web content protection. Then, on your Surfshark account, in the Your devices section of the web content blocker, you’ll see and manage all your devices.

Do I need to install extra software?

No, no additional software is required. You only need the Surfshark app and your Surfshark account to manage your devices.