How to Block YouTube on Computer, Tablet or iPhone
YouTube is a popular video-sharing platform that contains countless hours of content. However, sometimes you may want to block access to YouTube on a particular device, whether it be for productivity, parental control, or any other reason. In this article, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of blocking YouTube on a computer, tablet, or iPhone.
Step 1: Use Built-in Features to Block YouTube
On a computer or tablet, you can use the built-in features of your operating system to block access to YouTube. The specific steps will vary depending on your device and operating system. Below are the steps for some common operating systems:
- Windows: Open the Windows Settings app and go to “Accounts” -> “Family & other users” -> “Add a family member.” From there, you can add a child account and enable parental controls. Under “Web browsing,” select “Block inappropriate websites” and add YouTube to the block list.
- Mac: Open the System Preferences app and go to “Parental Controls.” Enable parental controls for a user account and select “Limit access to adult websites” or “Try to limit access to adult websites.” You can also add YouTube to the “Never allow these websites” list.
- iOS: On an iPhone or iPad, go to “Settings” -> “Screen Time” -> “Content & Privacy Restrictions.” Enable content and privacy restrictions and select “Web Content.” From there, select “Limit Adult Websites” and add YouTube to the “Never Allow” list.
Step 2: Use Third-Party Software
If your device does not have built-in features to block YouTube, or if you want more advanced features, you can use third-party software. Here are some popular options:
- Freedom: Freedom is a paid app that allows you to block websites and apps on your computer, phone, or tablet. It also has advanced features like scheduling and recurring sessions. You can use Freedom to block access to YouTube on all your devices.
- Cold Turkey Blocker: Cold Turkey Blocker is a free app that allows you to block websites and apps on your computer. It also has advanced features like scheduling and blocking specific pages on a website. You can use Cold Turkey Blocker to block access to YouTube on your computer.
- Net Nanny: Net Nanny is a paid parental control app that allows you to block websites and apps on your child’s phone or tablet. It also has advanced features like screen time management and location tracking. You can use Net Nanny to block access to YouTube on your child’s device.
Step 3: Use DNS Settings to Block YouTube
Another way to block YouTube on your computer or tablet is to modify the DNS settings. DNS stands for Domain Name System, and it is responsible for translating domain names like “youtube.com” into IP addresses that computers can understand. By changing the DNS settings, you can prevent your device from accessing YouTube. Here’s how to do it:
- Windows: Open the Control Panel and go to “Network and Sharing Center” -> “Change adapter settings.” Right-click on your network adapter and select “Properties.” Select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and click “Properties.” Select “Use the following DNS server addresses” and enter the following addresses: 208.67.222.123 and 208.67.220.123. Click “OK” to save the changes.
- Mac: Open the System Preferences app and go to “Network.” Select your network adapter and click “Advanced.” Go to the “DNS” tab and click the “+” button to add a new DNS server. Enter the following addresses: 208.67.222.123 and 208.67.220.123. Click “OK” to save
