Blocking urls

Blocking urls

Blocking urls
Blocking urls
2025-10-14 02:29:04 - last edited a week ago
Model: Archer AXE5400  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: 1.3.2 Build 20250107 rel.52099(5553)

I've seen videos of how to block urls but my tether app doesn't show a "TARGET" option after access control nor am I able to change the mode to URL? Any ideas on how I can block certain urls from being able to come thru my router? 

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2025-10-31 03:55:27 - last edited a week ago

Hello@Sullivan718 ,

Welcome to our community.

 

If your router or app does not support direct URL blocking, you may need to check for firmware updates or consider using a TP-Link router model that supports more advanced parental controls.

 

Here are some steps you can try to block specific websites:

1.   Verify Parental Control Settings.
2.   Clear Cache and Cookies: On the devices you want to restrict, clear the browser's cache and cookies.   This can help ensure that previous access attempts do not bypass the parental controls.
3.   Disable VPN Software: Make sure any VPN connections are disabled on the devices you are controlling, as VPNs can bypass parental controls.
4.   Disable Secure DNS Feature: On the controlled devices, open the browser settings and go to Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Use secure DNS.   Turn off the secure DNS feature, as it may allow users to bypass website blocking.

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2025-10-31 03:55:27 - last edited a week ago

Hello@Sullivan718 ,

Welcome to our community.

 

If your router or app does not support direct URL blocking, you may need to check for firmware updates or consider using a TP-Link router model that supports more advanced parental controls.

 

Here are some steps you can try to block specific websites:

1.   Verify Parental Control Settings.
2.   Clear Cache and Cookies: On the devices you want to restrict, clear the browser's cache and cookies.   This can help ensure that previous access attempts do not bypass the parental controls.
3.   Disable VPN Software: Make sure any VPN connections are disabled on the devices you are controlling, as VPNs can bypass parental controls.
4.   Disable Secure DNS Feature: On the controlled devices, open the browser settings and go to Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Use secure DNS.   Turn off the secure DNS feature, as it may allow users to bypass website blocking.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: △Pre-release Firmware for Archer AX50 Introduces New Parental Control Features and Enhancements △Introducing AI QoS: Elevate Your Gaming Experience on the Archer GE800 Gaming Router △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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