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Recommended Porn Blockers?

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by TeJayy, Aug 27, 2017.

  1. TeJayy

    TeJayy Fapstronaut

    Does anyone know of any web filters/porn blocking apps and programs for a computer and android phone? K9 Browser was the best ever but it apparently isn't around in Google Play store anymore...what do u all use?
     
  2. sparkywantsnoPMO

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    Here are some resources I've collected that may help you.

    Web Filters
    From <https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/web-filters>

    #AccountabilitySoftware
    From <http://www.makenoprovision.com/Accountability_and_Filter_Software/>

    [Chrome] How to make your New Tab page work for YOU
    From <https://www.nofap.com/forum/index.p...new-tab-page-work-for-you.102201/#post-844613>

    Is there any porn blocker for Android?
    From <https://www.nofap.com/forum/index.p...-porn-blocker-for-android.103272/#post-854630>

    Mobile phones are my biggest weak spot at the moment.
    From <https://www.nofap.com/forum/index.p...t-weak-spot-at-the-moment.113449/#post-937838>
     
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  3. Alcyone

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    With a fast search on the net you can have tips on how to disable with relative ease and speed K9, even without having the password, as well as many other blocking software. Open DNS itself can be easily disabled changing net configuration (it takes two minutes). And Google Chrome extension can be disabled in a few seconds, too.
    When there is stubbornness to masturbate, they find weaknesses in all block systems, unfortunately. But I will not tire of looking for a "unbeatable" program...
     
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  4. Got to Overcome

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    What do you all think about the Covenant Eyes filter? I've used K9, but found it slowed down my computer and blocked way too many non-porn sites.
     
  5. Alcyone

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    It's not free, and however you need a friend who reads browsing reports and helps you...But in most cases you do not want to talk even to your friends about such a delicate weakness...
     
  6. slb

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    I don't think this approach will work. You will never be able to totally block porn. Your best option in that case is to get an old fashioned "dumb" phone and cancel your Internet connection and only use the Internet from public places like libraries. For many of us this isn't an option, or desirable.

    More importantly, if you are relying only on the blockers, you aren't really changing how you are thinking. You have to want to stop looking at porn, not just be unable to. Porn blockers can be useful in two ways. One is in terms of accidentally stumbling on some p-like content. Maybe. For me I try to avoid anything that could lead there. So, no social media (I never really got into that anyway), no browsing you tube, etc.

    The other way blockers can be useful is for the weak moments. The few minutes it takes - and more importantly the extra effort and the fact that you are deliberately circumventing the blocker - should be enough to allow you to think again and decide not to. Not because you can't find a way around the software, but because you realised what you were doing and the consequences for you and your reboot and your life and relationships. And decided not to.

    Personally I don't use a blocker. I do use Covenant Eyes as accountability software. For the first few weeks I didn't use anything because it was important to me that I freed myself from porn, not that I was just shut away from it. In terms of the mental aspects of the reboot and the effects in the brain, my understanding is that this is important. I installed Covenant Eyes to give my SO some reassurance. It does provide a level of comfort to know that I can't slip without her knowing. But the fact I know I didn't even without the software is important too.

    Even now, I'm sure if I really wanted to I could find a way around it. But I don't want to. And if I ever did have a weak moment where I wanted to, the fact I would have to stop and work out a way around it and think if it was going to show would be enough for me to come to my senses and stop.

    Blockers and accountability software can be a useful tool, but no more. The software can't do your reboot for you. You have to want to change. You have to want to be free from porn. The only "unbeatable" blocker is the one in your own head.
     
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  7. Alcyone

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    Yes, but sometimes, when you are following a diet and know that certain foods make it worse, you give up and eat them, especially if you feel in a sad state that you want to escape (in the worst way, of course...)
    We are often like kids who would like to eat lots of ice cream, even knowing that later it might be bad. The only thing that blocks them is a beautiful scolding by their parents...
    The problem is to realize that we want to be free to fap, but in fact we aren't free not to fap!
    Sometimes, our own head is far to be unbeatable, and really needs a strong help by software...
     
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  8. Got to Overcome

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    Thanks for the reply. Is it correct that Covenant Eyes has both a filter and accountability component? I was interested in using their browser/filter because I'd heard that it doesn't have any speed issues or crash nearly as often as K9. I currently have K9 installed on my iPad and have found that I rarely use it to connect to the Internet due to how frequently it crashes and the number of innocuous websites it blocks.

    I do realize it's 100+ dollars a year, but I figure that if it helps me permanently leave behind PMO, it'll be well worth it. And yes, I do realize that utilizing the accountability software will lead to some awkward conversations I'd rather not have. But then again, I think the main reason I've struggled for so long is the fact that I've refused to talk to anyone about it, so it's probably long past time I started reaching out to people about it.
     
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  9. slb

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    I think so. I just use the accountability stuff, which I think is it's original concept. So I can't comment on how well the filter part works.

    This is a very good point. Yes, it means you have to talk to someone close to you about your problem. But it means you then have someone close to you who knows about your problem who you can talk to about it, and get support.

    It's hard. I still haven't been able to talk to anyone except my SO about it - and she only because she was the one who helped me realise I was addicted. But I do think that having someone you can talk to about it is a bit help, if you can get there.
     
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  10. Alcyone

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    Before I need to forget how to disable K9 (but also the Parental Control of Kaspersky Internet Security), and which sites explain it, and then I can use it again :emoji_smirk:
    Even if we have some people to talk with about our embarassing weakness, our pride, our fear to be badly judged and our self - esteem prevent us from tell them anything. It's not so easy.
     
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  11. slb

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    Yeah, and that can help, at least initially. But if we rely on that, we will still be thinking about, and looking for, ice cream all the time. Our brains will still be focused on ice cream. And, eventually, we'll find a way to get ice cream without them stopping us. In the long run, we have to grow up and decide ourselves not to eat ice cream every day.
     
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  12. Got to Overcome

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    I'm in a very similar situation. I've spoken quite freely about it with my wife, but for some reason have never been able to talk about it with anyone else. I suppose I'll occasionally make a joke about watching too much porn or something, but have never been able to actually sit down and tell someone that I've got a serious problem and genuinely need help. I have read a fair number of books on overcoming pornography though, and the common thread appears to be a willingness to join groups like SAA and speak openly and ask people for support, so that's what I'm attempting to do. As much as I hate the idea of telling people about my inability to stop looking at porn, I think I've gotten to the point where I have a greater hatred for continuing to waste my life, which is probably the point you have to reach to ever be truly successful.

    Anyhow, I've gotten off topic. Last month, I think Covenant Eyes was offering a free month, so I'll see if they're still offering the same deal. If so, I'll give it a shot and see if it is in fact a better option than K9.
     
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  13. Got to Overcome

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    Well, that's where my lack of tech-savvy helps :) Once filters are installed, I can't figure out ways around them, so at least I have that going for me.

    I agree. Pride is a killer. I read accounts of people who share their struggles with parents/friends/pastors, etc., receive support and leave their problems behind them. I really wish I could do the same, but until now, I just haven't been able to overcome the shame of sharing with people I know the fact that I'm simply not strong enough to stop looking at porn. But that's why I'm here. I figure I'll start with an online community, move into real-life community, and then move on with my life and make the best of my remaining years.
     
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  14. Alcyone

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    I'll never talk with parents, friends or relatives about porn or fap addiction. Admit having such a weaknesses with people I know directly would be too much.
    And about the advantage of not being tech-savvy, I'm not too, but on line everybody can find instructions on how to disable filtering and parental controls in a so detailed, clear and step - by - step way that even a newborn baby would learn. Where there's a will, there's a way.
     
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  15. slb

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    When I said I'd only talked about it with my SO, I was meaning in terms of people already in my life. I did find an SAA group locally, and that has been a big help. The first time was a bit scary, but a more understanding group you won't find. You know, even though it's maybe people you've never met, that everyone there knows what you mean. They've felt the same shame and they will accept you. The forums are useful, but a real, live, in-person group is different.
     
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  16. Got to Overcome

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    I know what you mean. I've felt the exact same way for the past 20+ years. I've put it off for the longest time, but after reading so many accounts of people who have successfully overcome pornography, I've recognized that if there's one key to success, it's getting plugged into communities where people are able to openly share what they're going through. I wish that weren't the case, but it appears to be the only true path forward. As you mentioned, filters aren't anywhere close to foolproof, and cold showers/pushups will only get you so far. I find it a distressing thought, but on the positive side, I'm glad I've found this online community. Taking part in it is definitely a step in the right direction.
     
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  17. Got to Overcome

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    That's encouraging to hear. I've had a number of opportunities to take part in such groups over the years, but have always skipped out for various reasons. Well, mostly just due to fear and pride, though I always attempted to dress up my justifications as something more noble :)

    But I am glad they helped you, and hopefully I'll soon work up the nerve to take part in something similar.
     
  18. Joyoflife

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    netspark for android is great. just get someone to set it up for you and keep the password
     
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  19. MarinoBigFan1984

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    I just use Porn Blocker plus parental restrictions on my phone and iPad
     
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