A parental control feature like SafeSearch is the answer to the question of how to restrict incorrect Google searches. In addition to controlling your children’s screen time, you should keep them safe from harmful, distressing, or inappropriate material.
How SafeSearch works
When SafeSearch is on
SafeSearch isn’t perfect, but it removes adult-oriented results from Google’s images, video, and online search results for any query you enter.
When SafeSearch is off
When SafeSearch is off, Google will return all the results, which means showing you everything available under a particular search query.
How to turn Safe Search on or off on Google (desktop)
When you search for something on Google with SafeSearch enabled, you’ll see the “SafeSearch on” option at the top right of the page.
How to turn on or off SafeSearch on Mobile (works on both Android and iOS)
Method 1
Method 2
Who can change your SafeSearch settings?
SafeSearch settings can be changed by anyone who has access to your Google account.Your parent can change your SafeSearch settings for you if they are helping you manage your account in the Google Family Link.Your administrator can control your SafeSearch settings if you’re using a Google Workspace for Education account under 18 or connected with a K-12 institution.The admins can permanently enable the SafeSearch feature on your device or network.
Troubleshooting SafeSearch problems
Common solutions to Google SafeSearch issues are as follows:
SafeSearch is on, but explicit results still appear
No filter is foolproof, but SafeSearch does a good job removing adult content from search results. Report an issue to Google if adult content appears in search results even when SafeSearch is activated.
SafeSearch keeps turning off
If you’re using SafeSearch and saved your settings, those settings should persist as long as cookies (the internet sort, not chocolate chip) are enabled. Your SafeSearch settings may reset if you clear your cookies or sign out of your Google account.
Final Verdict
Google SafeSearch is a feature that removes adult-oriented results from search engine queries. It’s not perfect, but it does help keep kids away from harmful material. Desktop and mobile users alike have simple controls to enable or disable the feature. Options for troubleshooting exist, and administrators may be able to alter users’ SafeSearch preferences. SafeSearch is useful for individuals seeking more management options when searching the web.
