The ability to allow and block sites has always been a feature of Microsoft Edge, but it’s been only available for Windows 10 devices. However, the feature is now expanding to Android devices. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to block sites on Android phones using Microsoft Edge to protect your children from not suitable online content.
How to block websites in Microsoft Edge for Android
If you want to stay in control allowing and denying which websites your child can access on their Android phone, you need to add a family member to a group, configure the child account settings, and set up Microsoft Edge on an Android phone.
Adding a family member using Child account
In order to add someone as a family member using a Child account, use these steps: After completing the steps, you’ll need to install and set up Microsoft Edge on your child’s Android phone. Microsoft account add family member Creating a child account on your Microsoft account
Blocking inappropriate websites on Microsoft Edge
In order to block access to websites using Microsoft Edge on Android, do the following:
Setting up Microsoft Edge on Android
The only thing left to do now is to install and set up Microsoft Edge on your child’s Android phone. Microsoft account content restrictions settings
You can add websites to the “Always allowed” list and then check the “Only allow these websites” option to limit access only to those sites you approve. You can add websites to the “Always blocked” list to block those sites you don’t approve but allowing everything else. Block websites on Microsoft Edge for Android settings
Block websites on Microsoft Edge for Android settings Alternatively, you can sign-in using these steps: Once you’ve completed the steps, your child will not be allowed to access the websites you blocked using the Family settings on their Android phone as well as on their Windows 10 devices configured with a child account type. Microsoft Edge account setup on Android The only caveat about this feature is that while you can block inappropriate websites on Microsoft Edge, there’s not a way to uninstall the Chrome app from Android, and savvy users may still find their way to the built-in app to browse the web without restrictions. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
