How to Block Websites on Your Windows Computer or Laptop
There are many reasons to block websites, such as social media and games, for improved productivity. The best way to achieve this is by using specialized website blocking software. Such software is highly secure, effectively prevents bypassing, and offers numerous advantages. Allow us to demonstrate how you can easily block websites on all major browsers and Windows versions, thereby enhancing your own or your team's productivity with HT Work Focus.
- Download and install the software on your computer(s)/laptop(s).
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Download HT Parental Controls for Home Use - Open the software and click on Rules → Website Blocking.
- Add the website address you want to block or specific keywords to the Blocklist.
- You can also utilize predefined categories to block hundreds of time-wasting or inappropriate sites with just one checkbox.
Manage Your Browsing with Time Limits
Alternatively, instead of completely blocking websites, you have the option to set time limits for them in order to effectively manage your browsing habits and overcome procrastination and time-wasting.
- Navigate to Rules → Website Limits.
- Add the websites or specific keywords you wish to limit to the list.
- Select «Limit» for these sites/keywords.
- Set specific time restrictions and schedules for the limited sites/keywords and categories.
Blocking Websites and Apps through Insightful Reports
HT Work Focus gives you the power to review reports of all visited websites, helping you identify which sites and apps need to be blocked or limited to enhance productivity and eradicate time wasters.
- Navigate to Reports → Websites.
- Review the generated reports. If you identify any time-wasting or undesirable activities, select the culprits and click the «Block» or «Limit» button.
- Follow the same steps for Reports → Apps.
HT Work Focus and HT Parental Controls offer a multitude of features designed to curb access to unwanted websites or apps. These user-friendly and efficient time tracking and productivity management tools allow you to:
Block specific websites across major browsers
Chrome, Microsoft Edge, IE, Firefox, Opera, and Brave.
Block websites based on URLs, keywords, and categories
Restrict access to inappropriate content, games, chats, and more.
Block applications
Such as games, instant messengers, chats, torrents, players, browsers, and more.
Track computer activities
Record visited websites, launched applications, search queries, and taking screenshots.
Block all websites, except those you have approved
This lets you ensure access only to trustworthy sites.
Customize restrictions for each user account
Allow different filtering settings for different users.
Get a 14-day free trial to easily and quickly block websites.
Last updated: June 1, 2023
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With HT Work Focus, I no longer have to navigate through numerous settings. Everything is clear and concise. I can easily configure all the filters with just a few clicks, and I can trust that they will work effectively.
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HT Parental Controls provides comprehensive control over computer usage. I can schedule computer shutdowns, block or limit access to any website or application. The detailed reports allow me to review the time spent on each site. It’s an excellent software with plenty of additional features for parents. I highly recommend it.
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