Content Filtering DNS Platform

Control what your users can access online. From blocking inappropriate material to defending against malicious threats, Control D delivers a scalable content filtering solution designed for businesses of all sizes.
Protect your devices
Network-level security
Trusted by experts
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Keep your business focused on what matters

Customizable content filteringBuild rules to block access to inappropriate, risky, or non-work-related content.
Prevent security threatsStop malware, phishing, and spyware at the DNS level before they reach your devices.
Ensure team productivityKeep your staff focused by blocking distractions like streaming, gaming, or social media.
Meet compliance requirementsEnforce policies that support industry regulations and internal governance standards.
Why choose Control D?Enterprises need a flexible, scalable solution that can adapt to evolving threats and diverse user needs. Control D delivers enterprise-grade content filtering without the complexity of on-premises hardware or legacy appliances.
Tailored filtering policies
Control D lets you define rules for categories like adult sites, gambling, or streaming to build a secure and distraction-free environment.
Built-in threat defense
Filter out malicious domains to reduce the risk of data breaches, ransomware, and phishing attempts.
Productivity at scale
Remove distractions during critical hours with flexible scheduling and department-level controls.
Compliance & governance
Protect your organization’s reputation and stay audit-ready by restricting access to non-compliant or inappropriate sites.
Comprehensive content filtering features
Category-based filtering
Block entire categories such as adult content, gambling, or social media to protect users and reduce risk.
Service-level filtering
Individually block or redirect specific platforms like TikTok, Instagram, or Reddit.
1,000+ available services
Remove distractions during critical hours with flexible scheduling and department-level controls.
Custom domain filtering
Allowlist or block specific domains to meet your organization’s unique needs.
Compliance support
Easily enforce industry compliance standards with fine-grained filtering policies.
“It’s a really great product. The analytics, cost, functionality, and ease of the interface... I would definitely recommend it without reservation.”
expert-imageNeil BowenHead of IT at The Corporation of Massey Hall & Roy Thomson Hall
The cost of weak content filteringWeak filtering exposes enterprises to security risks, compliance violations, and lost productivity. A single lapse can result in malware infections, HR issues, or legal penalties. Outdated solutions often fail to keep up with the pace of modern threats — costing businesses time, money, and trust.
How Control D protects enterprises
Granular Filtering PoliciesManage content access by user group, department, or device.
Cloud-Based DashboardSimplify deployment with centralized management from anywhere.
Real-Time AnalyticsGain visibility into blocked requests and user activity.
Global NetworkSecure, low-latency filtering no matter where your teams are.

Frequently asked questions

Content filtering is the practice of controlling access to certain types of online content, such as adult material, gambling sites, or malicious domains. It helps organizations maintain security, productivity, and compliance.

DNS content filtering blocks unwanted websites before they load by stopping DNS requests to restricted domains. This makes filtering faster, more reliable, and harder to bypass than browser plug-ins or endpoint-only solutions.

The terms are often used interchangeably. Content filtering focuses on blocking categories of online content (adult, gambling, malware), while web filtering typically refers to broader control over internet access, including URL- and service-level rules.

Without content filtering, employees and guests can accidentally (or intentionally) access inappropriate or dangerous content. This increases the risk of malware infections, compliance violations, bandwidth waste, and productivity loss.

Yes. In addition to category-based blocking, Control D offers service-level filtering with over 1,000 popular apps, tools, and platforms you can block, allow, or redirect.

By blocking distractions such as streaming platforms, social media, and gaming sites during work hours, employees stay focused on business-critical tasks, boosting overall productivity.

Absolutely. Control D allows admins to create policies for different groups — for example, strict filtering on guest Wi-Fi while giving the marketing team access to social media.

Yes. Many industries (finance, healthcare, education) require controls to prevent access to inappropriate or non-compliant content. Control D's policies help organizations meet regulatory and internal compliance standards.

Not easily. Because filtering occurs at the DNS level and is managed via the cloud, it’s much harder to bypass than browser extensions or endpoint tools. Admins maintain centralized control.

Deployment takes minutes, not days. With no hardware or complex setup required,Control D works across your network, remote teams, and guest Wi-Fi right out of the box.

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