How to Block Websites on Google Chrome (PC, Android, iOS)

Blocking websites on Google Chrome can help protect children from inappropriate content, improve productivity by restricting social media, or prevent access to malicious websites. Whether you want to block sites temporarily or permanently, Chrome offers multiple ways to do it on desktop and mobile devices.

Below are the most effective methods to block websites on Google Chrome for PC, Android, and iOS.

Why Block Websites on Google Chrome?

Some websites contain harmful content, distracting platforms, or malware. Blocking such sites can:

• Improve productivity in schools and workplaces.
• Protect children from adult content.
• Prevent accidental access to malicious websites.
• Enforce parental control and digital well-being.

Method 1: Block Websites on Chrome Using a Third-Party Extension (PC and Mac)

One of the easiest ways to block websites on Chrome desktop is by using a browser extension like Block Site.

Steps to Install Block Site Extension

1. Open the Chrome Web Store and search for Block Site.
2. Click Add to Chrome and confirm by selecting the Add extension.
3. Once installed, you will see a shield icon in the Chrome toolbar.

How to Block a Website

1. Open the website you want to block.
2. Click the Block Site icon.
3. Select Block this site.

The website will be instantly blocked.

How to Unblock a Website

1. Click the Block Site icon.
2. Go to the Edit block sites list.
3. Click the minus icon next to the site to remove it.

Note: The premium version includes uninstall protection so users cannot remove the extension without admin access.

Method 2: Block Websites on Google Chrome Android

Chrome on Android does not support desktop extensions, but you can use the BlockSite app.

Steps to Block Websites on Android

1. Open Google Play Store and install BlockSite.
2. Open the app and tap Go to Settings to enable permissions.
3. Tap the + icon to add a website or app to block.
4. Enter the website URL and confirm.

You can edit or remove blocked sites anytime from the app.

Method 3: Block Websites via Router (All Devices)

Blocking websites through your router applies restrictions to all connected devices, including PCs, phones, tablets, and smart TVs.

Steps to Block Websites Using Router Settings

1. Open a browser and enter your router IP address:
   • Common addresses: 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1
2. Log in to the router admin panel.
3. Look for options such as:
   • URL Filtering
   • Parental Controls
   • Firewall Settings
4. Add the website URLs you want to block.
5. Save changes and restart the router.

Important: Always back up router settings before making changes.

Can you block websites on Chrome, iPhones, and iPads?

On iOS, Chrome relies on Apple’s system restrictions. You can block websites using Screen Time.

Steps (iPhone and iPad)

1. Go to Settings > Screen Time.
2. Tap Content and Privacy Restrictions.
3. Select Content Restrictions > Web Content.
4. Choose Limit Adult Websites or Allowed Websites Only.
5. Add websites under Never Allow.

Final Thoughts

Blocking websites on Google Chrome is useful for security, productivity, and parental control. Whether you use an extension, Android app, router configuration, or iOS Screen Time, each method offers different levels of control.

Choose the method based on whether you want device-level, network-level, or system-wide blocking.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)