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Linksys Shield lets you block unwanted content and manage your family’s Internet usage.*

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Age-based Content Filtering

Child (0-8 years old)

Preset restrictions keep children 0 to 8 years old safe. Subjects such as shopping, social media, politics and adult topics are blocked.

Pre-teen (9-12 years old)

Filters out content deemed inappropriate for pre-teens, aged 9 through 12. Politics, religion, questionable downloads, ads and adult topics are blocked.

Teen (13-17 years old)

Allows content for children, pre-teens and teenagers up to age 17. Topics such as entertainment, news, social media and politics are accessible--ads and adult content are not.

Adult (18+)

Permits all content to come through, except malicious websites.

Block websites by category with a single tap.

And personalize your protection by blocking sections within those categories, or even specific websites that you deem inappropriate for your family.

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*Only works with a Velop Tri-Band Mesh WiFi system. Must download Linksys App, create an account, and be logged-in for Shield to appear. In order to access Linksys Shield, both your Linksys firmware and app must be updated. Linksys Shield is a paid subscription available for an additional cost.