{"id":35163,"date":"2024-07-01T04:41:24","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T04:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitenerdy.com\/?p=35163"},"modified":"2024-07-01T04:41:30","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T04:41:30","slug":"how-to-block-a-website-on-chrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitenerdy.com\/how-to-block-a-website-on-chrome\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Block a Website on Chrome? (6 Effective Methods)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Have you ever wondered how to block a website on Chrome <\/strong>to protect your children from inappropriate content? Or do you want to stay focused and avoid unwanted content? If yes, then you\u2019ve landed on the right palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Controlling what we access on the internet is more important than ever. Whether you\u2019re a parent, a professional, or someone who simply wants a cleaner browsing experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, blocking websites can help you prevent exposure to harmful content, and ensure a safer online environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, by the end of this article, you\u2019ll have a comprehensive understanding of how to block a website on Chrome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s dive into the best techniques to enhance your digital safety and productivity today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Before moving on to the method of how to block a website on Chrome, let\u2019s see why you need to block it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blocking websites<\/a> is a common practice, especially used by parents, schools, businesses, and even governments. Here are some of the most common reasons for blocking websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By understanding these reasons, you can make informed decisions about managing your internet access effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Having said that, let\u2019s take a look at some of the popular methods to block a website on Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first method is using the Chrome extension, and it\u2019s the easiest method to block a website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So first you need to add the extension on your browser. There are many extensions available, here we\u2019ll be using the BlockSite<\/a> Chrome extension.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n To add this extension, go to your Chrome Store<\/a> and search for the BlockSite<\/a> extension. Once it appears click the \u201cAdd to Chrome\u201d <\/strong>button.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n A pop-up message will appear to confirm whether you want to add the extension or not. So there, click on the \u201cAdd Extension\u201d <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And you\u2019ll see the Blocksite extension on your extension list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Following that, visit the site you want to block. For this tutorial, we\u2019ll use an example site. Now, click on the BlockSite extension <\/strong>from the extension icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, click on the \u201cBlock This Site\u201d <\/strong>button. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Or, you can also right-click on the site <\/strong>you want to block and choose the BlockSIte option<\/strong>. Following that click on the \u201cBlock This Site\u201d <\/strong>option.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n And the site you\u2019ve chosen is blocked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, if you want more features and to add an unlimited number of sites on the block list, then you need to purchase its premium version which comes in 3 plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Setting up parental controls is an important step in managing and monitoring internet usage. Especially for children, this ensures they are not exposed to inappropriate content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, Chrome offers several ways to implement parental controls. And, each has different levels of control and complexity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s go through how to block a website on Chrome. We\u2019ll demonstrate this method for Windows 11.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n First, go to Settings > Accounts <\/strong>to set up a child account. There click on the \u201cFamily\u201d <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, click the \u201cAdd Someone\u201d <\/strong>button under the \u201cYour Family\u201d <\/strong>tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A new window will appear, there you\u2019ll be asked to add an email address. But you can ignore this and click on the \u201cCreate one for a child\u201d <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now you can create a new child account. So enter the name you want to create with and then hit the \u201cNext\u201d <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next, add a password <\/strong>for the Microsoft account and then click the \u201cNext\u201d <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following that, add details like First Name <\/strong>and Last name<\/strong>, then hit the \u201cNext\u201d <\/strong>button again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, choose the country\/region <\/strong>and add the birthday details <\/strong>of your child, then hit the \u201cNext\u201d <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And the account is created. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Once done, you can access it through your Microsoft account page<\/strong>. So log in to your Microsoft account. Once logged in, click on the \u201cFamily Safety\u201d <\/strong>option from the menu in the top left corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After that, select the child\u2019s account you\u2019ve just created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now select the \u201cEdge\u201d <\/strong>tab to add filters and activity reporting for the child\u2019s account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scroll down, and under the \u201cBlocked Sites\u201d <\/strong>tab you can add sites to block for this account. So, let\u2019s add our example site for this tutorial. Once you add the site, click on the \u201c+\u201d <\/strong>icon inside the box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, enable the \u201cFilter Inappropriate Websites and Searches\u201d <\/strong>option to restrict the mature content for your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And, the site is added to the block list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The next method is using the SafeSearch <\/strong>feature offered by Chrome. This feature helps to filter out explicit content from search results. Hence, making browsing the internet safer, especially for children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, it\u2019s easy to enable and manage on Chrome. So, here is how to block a website on Chrome using the SafeSearch feature.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Start by launching Chrome on your device, then go to google.com, <\/em><\/strong>there click on the Settings <\/strong>option in the bottom right corner. After that choose the \u201cSearch Settings\u201d <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following that, you\u2019ll see many options, among them click on the \u201cSafeSearch\u201d <\/strong>option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now enable the \u201cFilter\u201d <\/strong>option. Once this option is activated, it\u2019ll filter out explicit images, texts, and links from your Google search results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And you\u2019re done!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The next method is to block the site using the host file. This is a powerful method to restrict access to specific sites on a particular computer. This technique works by redirecting the web address of the site you want to block to an invalid or local address. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s how to block a website using the host file!<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, you need to use the Administrator account <\/strong>to edit the host file on Windows. So once logged in to your computer, find your host file. For that navigate to your \u201cC Drive > Windows > System32 > Drivers > etc\u201d. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Then select the \u201chosts\u201d <\/strong>file, right-click, and choose the \u201cOpen With\u201d <\/strong>option. And then, open the host file with a text editor software like Notepad<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now at the bottom of your file, you\u2019ll see the #. <\/strong>So, after the last \u201c#\u201d<\/strong> you need to add in new lines and type in your localhost IP address 127.0.0.1 <\/strong>with the website domain name that you want to block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, let\u2019s block an example site we\u2019ve created for this tutorial: Afterward, head to the \u201cFile\u201d <\/strong>menu in the top left corner and click on the \u201cSave\u201d <\/strong>option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now open Chrome and type in the domain name you\u2019ve blocked to see if it\u2019s working or not. If it\u2019s not opening then you\u2019ve successfully blocked the site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note:<\/em><\/strong> Do not save the host file as <\/em>.txt<\/em><\/strong>, instead save it as <\/em>All files <\/em><\/strong>and replace it with the old ones.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Another effective method is using the BlockList URL <\/strong>feature. This feature allows you to list URLs you want to block. Besides, this method is effective if you want to manage multiple devices without having to block sites manually on each of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s how to block a website on Chrome using the BlockList URL feature in a step-by-step manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, log in to your Google Admin Console<\/strong> through admin.google.com <\/em><\/strong>from your browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCommon Reasons for Blocking Websites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\n6 Methods to Block a Website on Chrome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Method 1: Using Chrome Extensions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nMethod 2: Setting Up Parental Control<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nMethod 3: Using Chrome\u2019s SafeSearch Feature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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127.0.0.1 https:\/\/regularvoyage.s4-tastewp.com\/<\/em><\/strong>
127.0.0.1 https:\/\/regularvoyage.s4-tastewp.com\/<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n\n
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