Hello! I was trying to figure out a better way to block unsafe search engines from the start. I am primarily using this for blocking adult content, as an adult. I've used similar tools, and they usually have a built-in filter that just blocks all unsafe search engines that cannot enforce safe search. So typically the only search engines that are allowed are Google and Bing.
I see that you have a Regex rule builder, but I was hoping I could suggest that with the app, you include a Plan that already has this built-in. Similar to the Adult Sites one.
Thanks!
This is nice to have together with a plan to block all VPNs as well!
Yeah that's the challenge always, is the VPNs. For me, I sometimes need to use a VPN for work, but that's just on my work MacBook, which I wouldn't ever use to browse explicit material. Plus, it would get blocked anyway by our own solution (we use Sophos Endpoint).
I think using the keywords for adult content actually works really well on it's own, I'm impressed!
While it is probably impossible to completely block out all bad search engines, you can do a lot to limit the damage that can occur. This can be achieved by creating a blacklist of search engines and websites that are known to be unsafe. This is often done through extensions such as Adblock Plus or similar tools.
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There are also options for different types of content blockers - enhanced, high performance, and pro - all of which work well for their intended purpose. And the price is very reasonable too. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a good way to block unsafe search engines!
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While it is probably impossible to completely block out all bad search engines, you can do a lot to limit the damage that can occur. This can be achieved by creating a blacklist of search engines and websites that are known to be unsafe.
(08-15-2022, 08:33 AM)herri Wrote: [ -> ]While it is probably impossible to completely block out all bad search engines, you can do a lot to limit the damage that can occur. This can be achieved by creating a blacklist of search engines and websites that are known to be unsafe.
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Thanks for the suggestion! Adding a built-in plan to block unsafe search engines sounds like a great idea, especially for enhanced content filtering. It would be helpful for many users. Appreciate the feedback!