Whether you use Google Search at work or with kids, SafeSearch can help you filter out sexually explicit content from your results. The obvious consequences include explicit sexual content such as pornographic material, violence, and hoaxes. Learn more about Google Search’s content policies.
Important: SafeSearch only works on Google search results. It will not block explicit content you find on other search engines or websites you visit directly.
How to Turn SafeSearch on or off On Android
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google app.
- In the top right, tap your profile picture or initials, then tap Settings, and then Hide pornographic results.
- Turn the Clear Results Filter on or off.
- To turn off SafeSearch, turn off the explicit results filter.
- To turn on SafeSearch, turn on the Explicit Results Filter.
- At the top right corner, if you find a lock, your SafeSearch setting is locked. The Settings page provides information about who manages your SafeSearch settings.
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How to enable the Google SafeSearch filter on Android:
- Go to Apps > Settings > Accounts.
- Select your Google Account and go to the Search section:
- In the Privacy section, tap on Accounts & Privacy:
- Check “SafeSearch filter”.
How to Turn Google SafeSearch on or off On the Android Mobile browser
- On your Android phone or tablet, go to SafeSearch Settings.
- Turn the Clear Results Filter on or off.
- To turn off SafeSearch, turn off the explicit results filter.
- To turn on SafeSearch, turn on the Explicit Results Filter.
- If you find a lock in the top right, your SafeSearch setting is locked. The Settings page provides information about who manages your SafeSearch settings.
- At the top right, tap Back.
How to Turn Google SafeSearch on or off On Android TV
- From the Android TV home screen, scroll down and select Settings.
- Under “Preferences,” search for and then select SafeSearch Filters.
- Select On or Off.
How Google SafeSearch Works
When SafeSearch is on: While SafeSearch isn’t 100% accurate, it does help filter out sexually explicit content in Google search results for all your queries on images, videos, and websites.
When SafeSearch is off: We provide the most relevant results for your search that may contain pornographic material when you search.
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