To block websites on an Android device, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Using a Third-Party App (BlockSite)
1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device.
2. Search for "BlockSite" and install the app.
3. Once installed, open the BlockSite app.
4. Grant the necessary permissions when prompted.
5. Tap on the "+" icon to add a website to block.
6. Enter the URL of the website you want to block and tap on the checkmark icon.
7. Repeat step 6 to block additional websites.
8. Once you've added all the websites you want to block, close the app.
Method 2: Using DNS Filtering (Focus Mode)
1. Go to the "Settings" on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and tap on "Digital Wellbeing & parental controls."
(Note: The exact location and name of this option may vary depending on your device's manufacturer and Android version. Look for similar options related to parental controls or digital well-being.)
3. Tap on "Focus Mode" or a similar option that allows you to control app usage.
4. Toggle on the "Focus Mode" if it's not already enabled.
5. Tap on "Set a schedule" or "Customize your focus" to configure the settings.
6. Under the "Customize your focus" section, tap on "Edit apps and websites."
7. Tap on "Add +" to add websites to block.
8. Enter the URL of the website you want to block and tap on the checkmark icon.
9. Repeat step 8 to block additional websites.
10. Once you've added all the websites you want to block, go back and exit the settings.
Please note that the availability of certain features or options may depend on the version of Android you are using or the specific device manufacturer. If the methods above do not work for you, you can also explore other parental control apps available on the Google Play Store that provide website blocking functionality.
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