Set Up SafeSearch on Gaming Consoles: Xbox, PlayStation & Switch
Gaming consoles aren’t just for games — they also include web browsers and YouTube access, which means SafeSearch still matters. If your kids use an Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch, here’s how to filter explicit content and keep their online activity safer.
🎮 Xbox (Series X/S or Xbox One)
- Go to Settings → General → Online safety & family
- Select the child’s profile → Web filtering
- Choose “Designed for Children” to enable filtered browsing
- Use Microsoft Family Safety to set time limits and activity reports
🕹️ PlayStation (PS4 / PS5)
- Go to Settings → Family and Parental Controls
- Select PS5 Console Restrictions or PS4 System Restrictions
- Enable Web Filter → Use default or custom filters
- Set age rating limits and block browser access if desired
🎯 Nintendo Switch
- Install the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app on your phone
- Link it to the console and set web filter preferences
- Block the built-in browser or limit to safe services
🌐 Bonus: Enforce SafeSearch via Home DNS
All consoles connect via Wi-Fi — so you can enforce SafeSearch with a DNS filter at the router level:
- CleanBrowsing Family Filter: 185.228.168.168
- OpenDNS Family Shield: 208.67.222.123
Gryphon Guardian Router — Automatically blocks adult content on consoles and mobile devices alike.
Final Tip:
Most parents don’t realize just how much unfiltered content is accessible through consoles. By using built-in settings and network-level filters, you can keep gaming fun and age-appropriate — no surprises included.
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