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  • Configure CleanBrowsing with Pi-Hole

    Tony Perez

    Pi-Hole is a popular network-level application that allows users to control their local DNS. With this application, users are able to create DNS sinkholes and optionally configure their DHCP server. It’s a fan favorite for controlling DNS and blocking advertisements… Read more →

  • Configure DNS on Windows (Windows 11)

    Tony Perez

    Configure DNS on Windows using Encrypted DNS: Open the Settings app. 1.Go to Network & internet. 2.Click on Wi-Fi (or Ethernet). 3.Click on Hardware properties, or ignore this step if you clicked on Ethernet. 4.Click the Edit button next to DNS server assignment. 5. Select Manual. 6. Enable IPv4. Enter 185.228.168.10 as Preferred DNS, then select On… Read more →

  • Configure Encrypted DNS on Windows 11 with PowerShell (DOH)

    Tony Perez

    This article will show you how to configure encrypted DNS on a Windows 11 machine using PowerShell. If PowerShell scares you, or you don’t feel comfortable using command line, we have another guide using the GUI and PS. PowerShell needs to… Read more →

  • Device vs Router Deployment: Which CleanBrowsing Setup is Right for You?Where should I configure CleanBrowsing?

    Tony Perez

    One common question we encounter is whether to deploy CleanBrowsing on individual devices (e.g., Windows, Mac) or on a network router. Each method has its benefits, but which is the best deployment for your needs? Router Deployment for Whole Network… Read more →

  • Restrict apps on Android

    Tony Perez

    Similar to iOS, Android leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to control over the type of restrictions a user has over the apps installed. To achieve the desired effect, you will need to use a combination of… Read more →

  • How To Configure CleanBrowsing

    Tony Perez

    This article is for non-technical users. Whether you’re looking to work with our Free or Paid filters (learn the difference), how you configure CleanBrowsing is almost always identical.  The various options, can seem overwhelming but they are provided because there are just as many… Read more →

  • Change DNS on ZyXEL C1100Z (CenturyLink)

    Tony Perez

    These instructions will provide guidance on how to configure CleanBrowsing on a CenturyLink router, specifically using images from the ZyXEL C1100Z router. You can find the user guide for this device here: https://www.centurylink.com/home/help/internet/modems-and-routers/zyxel-c1100z.html Step 1: Access the router You access the… Read more →

  • Change DNS on a DIR-825 router (D-Link)

    Tony Perez

    These instructions will provide guidance on how to configure CleanBrowsing on a D-Link Router device, specifically using images from the DIR-825 router. You can find the user guide for this device here: https://eu.dlink.com/-/media/Consumer_Products/DIR/DIR%20825/Manual/DIR825C1manual11301130EN.pdf Step 1: Access the router You access the… Read more →

  • Change DNS on a Eero Pro router

    Tony Perez

    These instructions will provide guidance on how to configure CleanBrowsing on a Eero Pro router. Eero routers are fully managed via the Eero apps (what is required.)(Android and Apple). Step 1: Open the Eero app You access the router via the Eero… Read more →

  • Change DNS on a Google Fiber routers (GFRG200, GFRG210, GFMN100)

    Tony Perez

    These instructions will provide guidance on how to configure CleanBrowsing on your Google Fiber routers. You can find guides for the different routers here: Step 1: Access the router Sign in to your Google Fiber using the email and password… Read more →