Content filtering serves as a critical safeguard for internet users by blocking unwanted material, including sites deemed inappropriate or dangerous. DNS filtering is particularly effective at preventing access to malicious websites and thwarting phishing attempts by blocking specific domains before a connection is ever made.

Who Uses DNS Filtering?

DNS-based content filtering is used across a wide range of industries and contexts:

• Parents: Creating boundaries for children to prevent exposure to obscene or adult content.
• Government Organizations: Libraries, schools, cities, and towns that must comply with CIPA and COPA regulations.
• Religious Organizations: Implementing filtering aligned with organizational values and community standards.
• Small to Mid-sized Companies: Protecting against malicious threats, reducing productivity loss, and managing bandwidth-heavy applications.

Platform Agnostic by Design

One of the primary advantages of DNS-based content filtering is that it is platform agnostic. This means it functions across all operating systems — Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chromebooks. This universal compatibility eliminates the need to configure individual devices separately, making it especially attractive for environments with diverse device ecosystems.

Key Benefits

• Lower technical barriers: DNS filtering does not require specialized software or hardware to deploy.
• Network-edge configuration: It can be configured at the router level, protecting every device on the network automatically.
• Simple setup: Changing DNS settings is straightforward and can be done in minutes.
• Popular with SMBs: Small and medium businesses benefit from the combination of simplicity and broad protection.

Getting Started

CleanBrowsing offers a cost-effective DNS-based filtering service that targets malicious sites and adult content. With tiered pricing options available, organizations of any size can find a plan that fits their needs and start protecting their networks quickly.