How To Block Websites on an iPhone

You can find anything you’ve ever dreamed of somewhere on the internet. Often, that’s what makes having the worldwide web in the palm of your hand so incredible. But sometimes, unrestricted access to everything everywhere all of the time can do more harm than good.

Whether you’re looking to set up content restrictions on your child’s device or to manage your screen time better, learning how to block websites on your iPhone is key. Keep reading to learn how to take control of your device and how a digital Burner phone will help.

How Do You Block Websites Entirely?

You don’t need a third-party app blocker. Apple’s Screen Time feature allows for a huge amount of customization. 

1. To add a website to your block list, start by going to the settings app on the home screen on any iOs devices.
   
   
2. Scroll down to the bottom and select Content & Privacy Restrictions. Switch that on.
   
   
3. Select App Store, Media, Web, & Games.
   
   
4. Tap Web Content. This will give you three options.
   
   - Unrestricted means you have full access.
   
   - Limit Adult Websites allows you to filter inappropriate content using Apple intelligence. This will automatically block sites with adult content from your child’s iPhone without the need for external parental control apps. You can add specific websites to your Always Allow or Never Allow lists with this setting on, too.
   
   - Only Approved Websites means that only the allowed websites on the visible list can be accessed via browser apps like Safari and Chrome. If you click add website, you can add specific sites to the permissible list.

What if You Only Want To Limit Access?‍

Screen time settings can also be used to set time limits for specific apps on your iPhone or iPad. If you’re setting limits for yourself to cut down on the amount of time you spend browsing social media or listening to podcasts when you should be working, you’ll create a screen time passcode. Apps are greyed out when you reach your daily limit, and you’ll need the passcode to unlock them if needed. If you’re limiting your kid’s access to the game center because they’re starting to talk like a badly written game character, you can adjust the settings so that only you can unlock apps when they’ve hit their limit.Simply open settings, then tap screen time. Select App Limits and add the individual apps you want to limit.

‍Take Control of Your Phone

Blocking websites on your iPhone is an important part of taking control of your phone usage. Another great way to ensure you steer clear of scams and time-wasters is by using a phone number app to control who has access to you, how they can connect to you — and when you want to be bothered. Try Burner today and take charge of your digital life.

Sources:

Use Parental Controls on Your Child’s iPhone or iPad | Apple

Use Screen Time on Your iPhone or iPad | Apple

How Does the Internet Affect Brain Function? | The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

5 Ways Slimming Screen Time Is Good for Your Health | Mayo Clinic