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How to use OpenDNS content filtering to block categories of websites

OpenDNS content filtering is off by default, but easy to turn on. (Note: phishing protection is on by default.)

1. Make sure you are using OpenDNS (Get started).

2. Sign in or create a free account.

3. Add a network to your account.
If you already have a network in your OpenDNS account, you may skip this step.

Add a network screenshot

4. Turn on content filtering for your network(s).

From the Settings page, select the network you wish to manage. You will then be taken to the settings page for that specific network.

Check the box for each category you would like to block, then Save.

5. Wait 3 minutes for your preferences to be pushed to all servers.

You may need to clear your local resolver cache if the domain has been visited recently, which is often the case when you start to block new categories.

Updated: September 17, 2008

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