ContentBarrier for Mac

ContentBarrier for Mac (was Family Protector) knows that the Internet is a double-edged sword: it's a great resource for kids, but strangers and inappropriate websites lurk just a click away.

Intego ContentBarrier acts as your children's digital guardian whenever they go online.

It allows you to set up customized profiles that monitor Internet habits and restrict adult content. Your kids are given a world that's age-appropriate and you're given peace of mind.

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Highlights

You wouldn’t let your children ride bikes on a freeway would you?
The Internet moves fast—maybe a little too fast for your children. While the Web puts a world of information at kids’ fingertips, it also puts them just one click away from inappropriate websites and dangerous people. The app is a parental controls solution that allows you to create the proper boundaries for any child from toddler to teen.

Parental Controls to keep your children on kid friendly sites
Gambling sites and especially pornography are no place for children. Intego ContentBarrier for macOS can block out entire categories of websites, so your children aren’t exposed to objectionable content. You can also set up a specific list of approved websites, so your kids can access them without accidentally running into a filter.

User profiles and custom parental controls for each child
No two kids are alike. Each of your children has a different maturity level and deserves a different type of Internet access. The tool features present user profiles or customizable parental control settings for each family member. That way, your teenager can get online to do research for homework while your youngest can print a coloring sheet or watch her favorite cartoon.

Set time limits on Internet use
Sometimes your children need the computer to do their homework, but other times you need to shut off access. The program lets parents control and restricts the time of day your children can access the Internet, so they don’t try to sneak on late at night. Settings can be easily reconfigured, so you can adjust parental controls accordingly.

Control settings remotely
Out to dinner while your teen needs to access the Web for a school assignment? No problem. You can enable sites via a web browser, so he can get his homework done while you enjoy your night out.

Keep an eye on sites they visit
This tool lets you know exactly where your children are going online. You can configure parental controls to record keystrokes or take screenshots of active applications. It’s just another way to make sure your kids haven’t stumbled across inappropriate content.

Anti-Predator chat monitoring
Intego Content Barrier for Mac includes Anti-Predator chat monitoring technology for all standard chat protocols. Parental control software watches for objectionable chat content and blocks inappropriate chats, and if desired, you can opt to receive email alerts whenever objectionable content is detected.

Features

• Blocks objectionable web content, including categories of content, specific web sites, sites with specific keywords, and access to sites requiring https
• Whitelist functionality allows users to access only sites you permit
• Access restrictions tailored by user (e.g., one account for yourself and a more restricted account for your child)
• History of websites visited for each user account and the ability to easily block/allow a site from the history list
• Time of day restrictions on network access (restrict access to specific times of day/week, a maximum amount of time per day, or temporarily block a user for a set period of time or until you unblock them manually)
• Anti-Predator chat monitoring for all standard chat protocols to watch for objectionable chat content and block inappropriate chats (receive email alerts whenever objectionable content is detected)
• View history of recorded chats, including the content of the chat and the ID of the chat partner
• Takes screenshots and includes a Time Machine-like control that lets you easily view recorded screens
• Records keystrokes
• Restricts application network access only to applications you allow
• Blocks inappropriate emails
• Blocks connections to game servers or streaming music and video
• Blocks peer-to-peer activity (e.g., BitTorrent)
• Contains a “monitor only” mode that records a user’s activity but does not provide any protections/perform any blocking
• Periodically updates filters to provide ongoing protection against objectionable content
• Email activity reports (e.g., websites that were blocked, blocked chats via AntiPredator or keyword triggering, attempts to access encrypted sites)

Pricing

Mac Premium Bundle X9 for €69.99 includes:

• Protects your Mac from all types of malware & viruses
• Simple setup and configuration
• Automatic & scheduled scanning
• Real-time protection
• Firewall network protection
• Anti-phishing protection
• VirusBarrier - Prevents viruses, spyware, ransomware, hacker tools, & other malware
• NetBarrier - Advanced two way firewall protection against unknown apps & devices
• Mac Washing Machine - Remove unnecessary & duplicate files
• ContentBarrier - Block inappropriate content and monitor your child's Internet usage
• Personal Backup - Safeguard your digital memories & important documents

Operating System Supported

Compatible with macOS 10.13 - macOS 14

Minimum Hardware Requirements

Any officially-supported Mac OS X or macOS compatible computer

1.5 GB of available hard disk space

Internet connection required for NetUpdate security updates

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

PROS

• Strong Parental Controls – Blocks inappropriate content.
• Customizable Filters – Adjusts settings per user.
• Time Management Tools – Limits internet usage.
• Activity Monitoring – Tracks online behavior.
• Keystroke Logging – Records typed content for safety.

CONS

• Premium Cost – Requires a paid subscription.
• Complex Setup – Initial configuration takes time.
• Limited App Control – Focuses more on web filtering.
• Occasional False Blocks – May restrict safe content.
• No Mobile Support – Lacks iOS or Android compatibility.

Note: 30 days trial version.