FamilyShield Alternatives for iPad

FamilyShield is not available for iPad but there are plenty of alternatives with similar functionality. The best iPad alternative is AdGuard, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to FamilyShield and many of them are available for iPad so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPad alternatives to FamilyShield are NextDNS, Screen Time, Qustodio Parental Control and Covenant Eyes.

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  1. AdGuard icon

    AdGuard

     281 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.

    124 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
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  2. NextDNS icon

    NextDNS

     158 likes

    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.

    139 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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    NextDNS vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Positive
    0

    Provides are very similar service (DNS server) with similar controls but more focused mission

    • NextDNS is Freemium and Open SourceFamilyShield is Free and Proprietary
    • NextDNS is Customizable, Privacy focused, Lightweight and Security-focusedFamilyShield is not according to our users
  4. Screen Time icon

    Screen Time

     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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Screen Time vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Negative
    0

    Totally different type of service!

    • Screen Time is Free and ProprietaryFamilyShield is also Free and Proprietary
  5. Ad
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    AdGuard icon
    AdGuard

    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 Spywa...

    https://adguard.com
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  6. Qustodio Parental Control icon

    Qustodio Parental Control

     30 likes

    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
    Qustodio Parental Control screenshot 1
     
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    Qustodio Parental Control vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Negative
    0

    FamilyShield is DNS server but Qustodio is an app

    • Qustodio Parental Control is Paid and ProprietaryFamilyShield is Free and Proprietary
  7. Covenant Eyes icon

    Covenant Eyes

     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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    Covenant Eyes vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Negative
    0

    Can I just get a list of actual alternatives to OpenDNS - i.e.: DNS servers that allow you some control over the response so you can block certain sites from resolving.

    • Covenant Eyes is Paid and ProprietaryFamilyShield is Free and Proprietary
  8. Norton Family icon

    Norton Family

     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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    Norton Family vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Negative
    0

    This list is whack! These are not alternatives to OpenDNS FamilyShield!!!

    • Norton Family is Paid and ProprietaryFamilyShield is Free and Proprietary
  10. Wondershare FamiSafe icon

    Wondershare FamiSafe

     2 likes

    FamiSafe lets parents control screen time, track real-time location and detect inappropriate content on kids' devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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  11. Locategy icon

    Locategy

     5 likes

    Locategy is a family locator with parental control features: allows parents to locate their kid’s mobile, receive realtime alerts when they reaches or leaves predefined places, but also see the list of the installed apps and control the screen time, with also panic button and...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  12. Aura Parental Control icon

    Aura Parental Control

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    Digital safety tool offering protection against identity theft, financial fraud, and online threats using technology for timely credit fraud alerts, VPN for safe browsing, harmful site blocking, financial monitoring, secure password storage, and comprehensive parental controls.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Aura Parental Control vs FamilyShield Comments
    Eric Schultz
    Negative
    0

    Who added these to the list?! I came looking for alternatives to OpenDNS FamilyShield!

    • Aura Parental Control is Paid and ProprietaryFamilyShield is Free and Proprietary
  13. Circle icon

    Circle

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    Circle products help families better manage time spent online. Filtering content and balancing online usage has never been easier. From devices on your home network, both wireless and wired to connected devices, Circle has you covered.

    70 Circle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. Accountable2You icon

    Accountable2You

     10 likes

    Accountable2You provides comprehensive monitoring on all your devices with reports and instant alerts sent to your chosen accountability partner(s). The app is designed to promote transparency and open communication for people wanting to maintain integrity and break bad habits.

    23 Accountable2You alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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  15. MetaCert icon

    MetaCert

     2 likes

    MetaCert is a extension add-on. A new way to protect teams and remote workers from phishing attacks.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
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