Internet Slowdown and Site Access Issues When Using Parental Controls on Archer AX55

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Internet Slowdown and Site Access Issues When Using Parental Controls on Archer AX55
Internet Slowdown and Site Access Issues When Using Parental Controls on Archer AX55
2025-05-26 15:30:48 - last edited 2025-12-09 08:37:26
Tags: #Internet speed
Model: Archer AX55  
Hardware Version:
Firmware Version: 1.1.2 Build 20241014 rel.59971

I recently purchased the Archer AX55 and connected it via LAN cable to my existing modem+router provided by my internet service provider. My primary purpose for setting up the AX55 is to use its Parental Control features to manage and monitor safe internet access for my family and children.

 

However, I’m facing a serious issue:

 

  • As soon as I create a profile with content filters using the TP-Link Tether app, I experience a significant drop in internet speed.

  • Some video streaming sites like YOUTUBE also stop working entirely (e.g., buffering or failing to load).

 

When parental controls are disabled, everything works smoothly.

 

Could this be related to double NAT, DNS settings, or a conflict between the ISP modem/router and the AX55?

 

Any suggestions or solutions to get the parental controls working without affecting speed or site accessibility would be greatly appreciated.

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Re:Internet Slowdown and Site Access Issues When Using Parental Controls on Archer AX55-Solution
2025-05-27 06:52:20 - last edited 2025-12-09 08:37:26

Hi@Ziadin,

Thank you for contacting our community. 

 

Did you set QoS for the network? What devices are the files you set for? Or do you filter certain sites?

Will the speed of wired devices also decrease?

 

Could you take screenshots with the files settings and error messages? 

 

Please try to delete all files and set new files to apply again. 

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Re:Internet Slowdown and Site Access Issues When Using Parental Controls on Archer AX55-Solution
2025-05-27 06:52:20 - last edited 2025-12-09 08:37:26

Hi@Ziadin,

Thank you for contacting our community. 

 

Did you set QoS for the network? What devices are the files you set for? Or do you filter certain sites?

Will the speed of wired devices also decrease?

 

Could you take screenshots with the files settings and error messages? 

 

Please try to delete all files and set new files to apply again. 

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: △New Firmware Update for Archer BE260/Archer BE400 to Support VPN Merge, New ECO Mode, and More △Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN △Tether KidShield Test Recruitment - Safeguarding Children's Online Experience If you found the post or response helpful, please click Helpful. If an answer solves your problem, click "Recommended Solution" so that others can benefit from it.
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