ChildCyberGuardHow to Block Porn Sites on Your Child's Computer
Most children who see pornography online did not go looking for it. A misspelt search, a pop-up, or a link from a classmate is enough. The good news: you can make it very hard to reach on your child's computer. The honest news: no single setting does the whole job, so use layers.
Key takeaways
- No single setting blocks everything — layer SafeSearch, a DNS filter, a standard account and visibility.
- Block the doors that lead to porn too: stranger chat, proxies and scam links.
- If your child sees something, stay calm and keep talking — punishment teaches them to hide things.
Layer 1: Turn on SafeSearch
Google, Bing and DuckDuckGo all have a SafeSearch setting that hides explicit results. On its own it is easy to switch off, so it works best when it is forced by your filter. ChildCyberGuard forces SafeSearch on and sets YouTube to restricted mode when you switch on adult-content blocking.
Layer 2: Block adult sites at DNS level
An adult-filtering DNS service refuses to look up known adult websites, in every browser and app. Combined with our own blocklist, this catches the vast majority of sites. This is the heart of the protection. See all features.
Layer 3: Block the doors that lead there
- Stranger-chat sites where explicit material and predators appear.
- Proxy and VPN sites that kids use to dodge filters.
- Scam and shock-link sites that redirect to adult pages.
Layer 4: A standard Windows account
If your child is an administrator on the PC, they can change network settings. Create a standard account for them and keep the administrator password to yourself.
Layer 5: Visibility
Filters miss new sites. A visit history and safety alerts show you attempts the same day, so you can respond calmly. In ChildCyberGuard, any visited site can be blocked with one click.
If your child has already seen something: stay calm, thank them for telling you, and avoid punishing curiosity. Explain that it is not what real relationships look like, and keep talking. If you discover child sexual abuse material, do not share it; report it to the Film and Publication Board and the SAPS.
Set it up now
Create your account, install on the PC, and tick Adult / porn. It takes about five minutes. Read how it works for the full steps.
Frequently asked questions
Is any porn filter 100% effective?
No. New sites appear every day. That is why layers matter: DNS filtering, forced SafeSearch, a visit history so you can spot gaps, and the ability to block any site yourself in seconds.
Does blocking porn also block it in private or incognito mode?
Yes. DNS-level blocking happens before the browser loads the page, so incognito and private windows do not bypass it.
What should I do if I find child sexual abuse material?
Do not share or forward it. Report it to the Film and Publication Board and the SAPS.
ChildCyberGuard blocks porn, social media, scams and any site you choose — and shows you every site your child visits. Free for 7 days, then R200 per device per year.
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