Block Specific Websites with iOS 12 Screen Time

Yes, you can block specific websites entirely using the Screen Time settings introduced in iOS 12. Through the built-in Content & Privacy Restrictions menu, Apple allows users to create a custom blacklist of URLs, preventing Safari and supported third-party browsers from opening those specific web addresses entirely on the device.

How to Block Specific Websites in iOS 12

To block individual websites, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings: Launch the Settings app on your iOS 12 device.
2. Access Screen Time: Tap Screen Time. If you have not set it up yet, select Turn On Screen Time and choose whether the device belongs to you or your child.
3. Set a Passcode (Optional): If you want to prevent others from changing these settings, tap Use Screen Time Passcode and enter a 4-digit PIN.
4. Enter Restrictions: Tap Content & Privacy Restrictions, enter your passcode if prompted, and toggle the switch at the top to On.
5. Navigate to Web Content: Tap Content Restrictions, then select Web Content.
6. Enable Filtering: Select Limit Adult Websites. Selecting this option automatically generates two customizable lists: "Always Allow" and "Never Allow."
7. Add the Website: Under the Never Allow section, tap Add Website.
8. Enter the URL: Type the exact URL of the website you want to block (for example, https://www.example.com) and tap Done.

Once added, any attempt to visit that specific URL in Safari will display a restricted site notice.

Blocking All Sites Except an Approved List

If your goal is stricter control, you can choose Allowed Websites Only under the Web Content menu instead of "Limit Adult Websites." This setting blocks the entire internet by default, allowing access only to a pre-approved list of specific websites you manually add.