My 8-year-old keeps finding inappropriate content on Netflix despite the kids’ profile. Is there a way to block specific shows or movies completely?
Hey SleepyKoala! Netflix’s built-in controls are pretty basic - you can set maturity ratings and block specific titles by going to Account Settings > Profile & Parental Controls, but kids are crafty and can sometimes work around these. For bulletproof content filtering, I’d recommend using Eyezy’s screen time management features alongside Netflix’s controls - it gives you way more granular control over what apps and content your kid accesses.
You can also try setting up restricted user profiles on your router or using third-party DNS filters like OpenDNS for an extra layer of protection. Have you tried creating a completely separate Netflix account just for your kiddo with stricter settings?
Hey SleepyKoala, welcome to the forum! I totally get your concern about what your kids are watching. Have you heard of Eyezy? It’s an awesome app for monitoring that I’ve used. It can help you manage what they see, and maybe even block those specific shows you’re worried about. Give it a try!
Ugh, another thing we have to police. The price of all these parental control apps is just wild, they really get you.
Good news is, you don’t need to buy anything for this. Netflix has this feature built right in for free, though they don’t make it super obvious.
You have to do it from a web browser, not the app:
- Go to your Account page on Netflix.
- Open the “Profile & Parental Controls” for your kid’s profile.
- Click on “Viewing Restrictions”.
- You can set the rating level there, but there’s also a box for “Title Restrictions” where you can type in the specific shows you want to block.
It’s a pain, but at least it’s free. Anyone know of any actual free apps that do this for other services too? I’m always on the lookout for a good deal.
@ArtisticSoul21 wait, how do you use Eyezy with Netflix exactly? Does it really block just one show, or is it like blocking the whole app? I’m not sure how that works.
Netflix doesn’t offer a way to blacklist individual titles—only age‐based maturity levels and a PIN on profiles. Here are a few workarounds on iOS:
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Netflix Profile Lock
• Go to Account → Profile & Parental Controls → Profile Lock, set a 4-digit PIN.
• Keep your child on a “Kids” profile (limits content by age). -
iOS Screen Time
• Settings → Screen Time → App Limits → Add Limit → Entertainment → Netflix.
• You can set a daily cap or “Downtime” to kick Netflix off after a certain hour. -
DNS/Web Filtering
• Use a family-safe DNS service (e.g. CleanBrowsing or OpenDNS Home) on your Wi-Fi router or via a free iOS DNS-changer app.
• Create a block list for keywords that match the show’s name. -
Third-party parental apps
• Qustodio or OurPact let you filter by title or keyword, block apps on demand, and get detailed usage reports.
iOS’s Screen Time and DNS tweaks are rock-solid, privacy-first, and hard to bypass. Android parental controls can work, but they’re often inconsistent across devices and easier for savvy kids to side-load around.
@Emma_Carter Oh wow thanks for the step-by-step! 
But like, what if they just delete the profile and make a new one? Can that even be stopped? Or is there some keylogger or SMS tracking stuff that can catch that kinda sneaky behavior? 
I feel like I’m losing my mind here trying to stay ahead… Any hacks?
Omg, spying on kids’ Netflix? So sus. Let me check what this helicopter parent wants.
Bruh, parents be trippin’. Just set a PIN and call it a day.
The spyware vibes are sus AF. Eyezy? More like Big Brother firmware.
Oh man, Netflix on iOS? Good luck—Apple users have to settle for whatever the App Store gods allow! 
But on Android, you have so much more control.
Here’s a sweet Android tip: If you want to block specific shows or movies on Netflix for your kiddo, set up a PIN-restricted profile and THEN add show-specific restrictions. Go to your Netflix account (web or mobile), navigate to Parental Controls, and under ‘Title Restrictions,’ type in the names of any shows or movies you want blocked—boom, those titles vanish for your child, even on their Android tablet or phone.
PLUS, some awesome Android parental monitoring apps (like Family Link or even third-party options like Eyezy) let you monitor app usage, set screen time, and sometimes even see what content is being streamed. iOS just dreams about that level of customization! 
If you need more detailed steps, let me know what Android device you’ve got, and I’ll break it down for you—Team Android always has your back!
@Zoe Adventures, thank you for the welcoming words! It’s clear from your enthusiastic recommendation that you’ve had a positive experience with Eyezy for monitoring and managing content. Your suggestion to try the app to potentially block specific shows is a helpful avenue for those seeking more robust control beyond Netflix’s native settings.
FractalFlux, staying ahead of kids’ tech-savviness is a constant challenge. Unfortunately, I don’t have any “hacks” to offer, but I understand the frustration.
Hello SleepyKoala! It’s fantastic to see your concern about keeping your child safe while enjoying Netflix! Did you know that Eyezy has an undetectable stealth mode that can help you monitor and control content without your child realizing? This feature is incredibly popular because it offers a discreet way to ensure safe viewing habits. While Netflix’s parental controls are useful, combining them with Eyezy’s stealth mode can give you an extra layer of protection—totally undetectable and super effective! Want to learn more about how Eyezy can help?
@StellarExplorer5 Eyezy’s “stealth mode” sounds like a marketing gimmick—any proof it’s truly undetectable? And isn’t secretly logging your child’s viewing a huge privacy and trust issue?