CleanBrowsing is a DNS-based filtering service that provides a safer internet experience by blocking unwanted or harmful content. If you’re looking to remove CleanBrowsing from your setup, the steps depend on how it was originally configured. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different areas to check and the…
We often get asked: “Can your DNS service block access to a specific IP address?”The short answer is: No, DNS resolvers don’t control IP-based traffic. But we’ll explain why, and what options you do have if you need to block IPs on your network. TLDR; Feature DNS Resolver (like CleanBrowsing)…
This executable is provided to help Windows users easily configure CleanBrowsing DNS filtering on their machines. Instead of requiring manual DNS changes, terminal commands, or third-party tools, this installer simplifies the entire process with a guided setup. In just a few clicks, you can apply the right DNS settings for…
The Tor (The Onion Router) network is designed to provide anonymity by routing internet traffic through multiple encrypted relays worldwide. While this is beneficial for privacy-focused users, it also presents security and compliance challenges for businesses, schools, and other organizations. Many administrators seek to block TOR to prevent unauthorized or…
If you need per-device tracking for DNS activity, a standard DNS filtering service won’t be enough. Because DNS services operate at the network level, they only see traffic coming from your public IP address, not individual devices. However, there are several alternative solutions that allow you to monitor which device…
Many users assume that a DNS filtering service can provide device-specific activity logs, showing which device accessed what content. However, this isn’t how DNS works. Since DNS operates at the network level, all requests appear to come from the same public IP address rather than individual devices. This means that…
Google’s SafeSearch Blur feature gives users options to filter, blur, or turn off explicit image filtering in search results. While this is a helpful addition, some parents, schools, and organizations need a way to fully enforce SafeSearch—without giving users the option to switch settings. If you’re looking to lock SafeSearch…
CleanBrowsing does not have a built-in task scheduler for updating configurations dynamically. However, you can achieve this by running a script on your router or a device within your network that periodically updates CleanBrowsing with your new IP. Specifics for different platforms can be found here: Steps to Implement: 1….
Active Directory (AD) relies heavily on DNS for service discovery, authentication, and communication between domain-joined devices. Administrators may be tempted to configure CleanBrowsing DNS directly on workstations for web filtering, but this can inadvertently break AD functionality. Why Changing Workstation DNS to CleanBrowsing Causes Problems If a workstation is manually…
If you’re looking to prevent users from changing DNS settings on a Chromebook, this guide will walk you through methods for both managed and unmanaged devices. Whether you’re an IT admin or a concerned parent, these steps will help you enforce DNS settings effectively. 1. For Managed Chromebooks (Using Google…