Google SafeSearch: Turn on or off

Many people prefer not to have adult content included in their search results (especially if kids use the same computer). SafeSearch filters provide you with the ability to change your browser setting to prevent adult content from appearing in your search results. No filter is 100 percent accurate, but SafeSearch should help you avoid most of this type of material.

SafeSearch for Google Images

Learn to control your Images experience using SafeSearch and how to report offensive images to Google. Check out http://support.google.com/images for more information.

Turn SafeSearch on or off

1. Visit the Search Settings page at www.google.com/preferences. 
2. In the "SafeSearch filters" section:
   • Turn on SafeSearch by checking the box next to "Filter explicit results." This will filter sexually explicit video and images from Google Search result pages, as well as results that might link to explicit content.
   
   
   • Turn off SafeSearch by leaving the box unchecked. With SafeSearch off, we will provide the most relevant results for your query and may serve explicit content when you search for it.
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3. Make sure to click the Save button at the bottom of the page.

If you're signed in to your Google Account, you can also lock the SafeSearch filter so others don't change it by clicking Lock SafeSearch.
SafeSearch should remain set as long as cookies are enabled on your computer, although your SafeSearch settings may be reset if you delete your cookies.

Report explicit content

We do our best to keep SafeSearch as up-to-date and comprehensive as possible, but objectionable content sometimes slips through the cracks. If you have SafeSearch set to filter explicit content, but still come across it, please let us know.

Stay safe on the Web

Also, please note that no filter can replace a watchful eye. SafeSearch can serve as one of many tools and practices to help your family search the web more safely. For more pointers on keeping your family safe on the web, visit Google's Family Safety Center.