Net Nanny provides real-time content filtering for websites, screen time management, app blocking, and activity reporting. It uses AI to analyze page content rather than relying solely on blocklists.
Key features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Real-time content filtering | AI analyzes web page content in real time, not just URL blocklists. |
| Screen time | Daily time allowances and schedules. |
| App blocking | Block or allow specific apps. |
| YouTube filtering | Filters YouTube search results and can restrict mature content. |
| Profanity masking | Masks profanity on web pages. |
| Activity reports | See browsing and app activity. |
Platforms
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Chromebook
Pricing
Starting at $39.99/year (1 device), Family plan $54.99/year (5 devices), up to $89.99/year (20 devices)
Limitations
- Cannot whitelist specific YouTube channels
- Cannot block YouTube Shorts specifically
- Cannot hide YouTube comments
- YouTube filtering is content-category based, not channel-based
- Less effective on mobile YouTube app vs browser
- Doesn't offer YouTube-specific player controls
Our verdict
Net Nanny's strength is general web filtering with AI content analysis. For YouTube specifically, it can restrict mature content categories but cannot give you channel-level selection. If YouTube is your primary concern, you need a YouTube-dedicated tool.