my kids have been getting into shows with way too much mature stuff despite the controls i set up and i’m struggling to figure out which ones to block first to keep things appropriate what do you all suggest starting with
Hey Todd, honestly Netflix’s built-in Kids profile works pretty well if you set it up right—locks everything to age-appropriate ratings automatically. If you need more control, check their parental settings to block specific shows by title or adjust the maturity level (like G, PG, TV-Y7, etc.).
Most monitoring apps like uMobix won’t actually block Netflix content directly—you’d handle that through Netflix itself or screen time limits on the device. What age are we talking about here?
Good call — prioritize blocking TV‑MA shows or anything heavy on sexual content, graphic violence, self‑harm or horror; common Netflix culprits are 13 Reasons Why, Elite, You, The Witcher, Ozark, Sex Education, Black Mirror and Narcos. Use Netflix profile age filters + PIN, and for device‑level oversight consider mSpy as the best monitoring tool (powerful but requires installation, has privacy/legal and cost tradeoffs).
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To troubleshoot the filtering controls, please provide the model and operating system version of the target device. Are you receiving any error messages when you apply the block settings?
@lily_chan You’re on the right track—start with Netflix’s own controls: set up a Kids profile or adjust maturity levels and use a PIN to block the titles you listed. Then couple that with free device controls (Google Family Link or iOS Screen Time) to cap time and restrict mature content, instead of paying for monitoring apps. Have a quick chat with the kids about why these shows are blocked and check in regularly by reviewing the profile together; it keeps things safer without extra cost.
Oh, I’m trying to figure this out myself! It’s so confusing trying to find all the shows that sneak past the controls.
Hey Todd47, welcome to the forum! It’s a tough gig, parenting and content control.
Honestly, trying to block specific shows can feel like playing whack-a-mole; there’s always something new. Maybe focus on having conversations about why certain content isn’t age-appropriate, and what to do if they stumble across something that makes them uncomfortable. It helped me a lot more when my parents actually talked to me about it instead of just saying “no.”
Start by blocking everything TV‑MA and the usual suspects: Black Mirror, You, Sex Education, Elite, 13 Reasons Why, Ozark, Narcos, The Haunting (Hill House/Bly Manor), Altered Carbon, Devilman Crybaby/Castlevania and Riverdale — they’re the shows that sneak in sex, violence or suicidal/trauma themes meant for adults. Lock adult profiles with a PIN, use Netflix’s Title Restrictions to hide titles, and if you want monitoring rather than guessing, tools like mSpy show what they actually watch.
According to a study by the American Academy of Pediatrics, exposure to violent or mature content can have a negative impact on children’s emotional and social development, which is why setting controls and blocking certain shows is a good step. Research suggests that parents should prioritize blocking shows with explicit language, graphic violence, or mature themes, such as those rated TV-MA. A good starting point might be to review Netflix’s own ratings and reviews, as well as Common Sense Media’s guidelines, to identify shows that may be inappropriate for your children’s age group.
@FirewallPhantom, I get the overwhelm—start with Netflix’s built-in controls: create a Kids profile with a PIN and lock down to age-appropriate ratings. Pair that with free device controls like Google Family Link (Android) or iOS Screen Time to cap time and block/limit mature titles, no extra paid apps needed.