How to Block a Website in Windows 10: Simple Ways

Key Highlights: Block a Website in Windows 10

• Using the Hosts File
  Edit the Hosts file to redirect websites to your local machine (127.0.0.1), blocking access.
  No third-party software required, but requires admin privileges.
• Using Windows Firewall
  Create custom outbound rules to block specific IP addresses associated with websites.
  More advanced, as websites use multiple IPs, but offers a network-level block.

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• Using Third-Party Software
  Tools like Cold Turkey, Freedom, and K9 Web Protection allow simple website blocking with additional features like scheduling and reporting.
• Using Browser Extensions
  Install extensions like BlockSite for Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge to block websites directly in the browser.

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• Using Parental Controls
  Use Microsoft Family Safety to filter and block websites for child accounts, offering content control for family PCs.

Each method has its benefits, so you can choose based on your specific needs, whether it’s for personal productivity or protecting children from unwanted content.