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How to block a domain
No domains are blocked by default (except phishing sites!), but it's easy to block a domain, such as www.myspace.com.
1. Make sure you are using OpenDNS. (Get Started)
2. Sign in or create a free account.
3. Add a network to your account in the Dashboard.
If you already have a network in your OpenDNS account, you may skip this step.
- Add a single IP address or a range of addresses to create a network.
- OpenDNS supports dynamic IP addresses, common for cable, DSL, and dial-up customers.
4. Add a domain to block
From the Networks page, click on the wrench icon (
) to edit Settings for that network. (Or click on the Settings tab in the Dashboard and navigate to the appropriate network.)
Click Block Domains on the left-hand side navigation.
Enter the domain(s) you want to block on that network. Choose whether this block should apply to all networks, if you have more than one.
5. Wait 3 minutes for your preferences to be pushed to all servers.
You may then test by attempting to visit the site you blocked. Make sure any local caches (browser, computer, router, firewall, etc.) are cleared before you test. Review this checklist if you think it's not working.
August 30, 2007