FamilyShield AlternativesParental Control Tools and other similar apps like FamilyShield

FamilyShield is described as 'Powered by OpenDNS, blocks adult websites from home computers for free, with no software to install' and is a parental control tool in the network & admin category. There are more than 50 alternatives to FamilyShield, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Android, Windows, iPhone, Mac and iPad apps. The best FamilyShield alternative is NextDNS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to FamilyShield are AdGuard, Orkana, Plucky and NextDNS Manager.

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  1. NextDNS icon
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    NextDNS protects you from all kinds of security threats, blocks ads and trackers on websites and in apps and provides a safe and supervised Internet for kids — on all devices and on all networks.

    141 NextDNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • UC Browser
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • UniFi Network
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • OpenWrt
    • Opera
    • Alpine Linux
    • pfSense
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • DD-WRT
     
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  2. AdGuard icon
     282 likes

    Ad-blocking solution eliminating intrusive ads and preventing tracking, with malware protection. Filters pop-ups, banners, and more for clean browsing. Works in the background for ad-free surfing, protects data privacy with Spyware filter, and controls ad display in apps.

    125 AdGuard alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Android TV
     
  3. Orkana icon
     12 likes

    Privacy-focused time tracking stores all data locally, monitors app and IDE activity, browser tabs, and input devices automatically, provides real-time insights, detailed productivity scoring, goal setting, Pomodoro workflows with app blocking, and supports LLM data export.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  4. With this management app, you can manage and change your NextDNS settings, check your connection, test your ping, and see other connection information!

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  5. Screen Time icon
     7 likes

    With Screen Time, you can access real-time reports about how much time you spend on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and set limits for what you want to manage.

    99 Screen Time alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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  6. Monitor internet use, block harmful content, set restrictions and time limits on devices. Features include app control, social media tracking, and location alerts for comprehensive parental supervision.

    86 Qustodio Parental Control alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
     
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  7. ScreenTime+ icon
     6 likes

    ScreenTime+ is an automatic time tracking app for mac. It helps you to see where you're spending your time on Mac via the menu bar.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  8. keweonDNS icon
     5 likes

    A DNS-based solution designed to enhance defenses like ad blockers, antivirus tools, and firewalls. Using AI, it blocks ads, trackers, and threats at the DNS level. It ensures faster performance, better privacy, and comprehensive device protection without extra software.

    49 keweonDNS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. Covenant Eyes icon
     8 likes

    A comprehensive adult content control solution to quit pornography, providing AI-driven content monitoring, device tracking, alerts, privacy protection, and support resources like mini-courses across unlimited devices for up to 10 users.

    53 Covenant Eyes alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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  10. Norton Family icon
     15 likes

    Helps parents oversee online activity, set screen time, block inappropriate sites, track device location, view 30-day location history, and access reports through email or portal for insight into web use, app usage, safe browsing, and setting physical boundaries.

    76 Norton Family alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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