Facebook Blocker is an app that specifically blocks access to Facebook on your PC.
If you’ve ever wanted to block Facebook from your PC for productivity reasons or just to keep your kids from getting a little too much screen time after dinner, you need Facebook Blocker. This program locks out Facebook at the system level on your Windows PC so Facebook is no longer accessible – and it’ll stay that way until you turn access back on.
Facebook Container - Prevent Facebook from tracking you on other websites Facebook Container is a Firefox extension that helps you set boundaries with Facebook. This add-on creates a boundary between Facebook sites (including Instagram and Messenger) and the rest of the web to limit where Facebook can track you. Alternatively, tap the Facebook icon in the bottom menu, and then tap Settings Blocking. Tap Add to blocked list and then enter the name of the person you want to block. Tap Block and then tap Block again to confirm. You blocked the person on Facebook.
“What’s to stop my kid from turning Facebook access back on when I go do something?”, you might ask? Don’t worry, this program is fully password protected and unless your child is some kind of networking wizard, they’re going to have a heck of a time trying to bypass this program.
“Can’t they just use the mobile Facebook site to get around the block?” you might also ask, because this is a popular way some kids get around Facebook site blocks. The program will block all Facebook URLs (even foreign ones!) and CDNs (content distribution networks), ensuring that access is truly restricted by users while the block is active.
This isn’t just for kids though, you can use it for yourself to boost your productivity and make sure you get work done during your work day. The program can be set on a timer for as little as a few minutes to several hours, and if you change your mind you can always input your password and cancel the block.
Facebook Blocker Firefox
It’s important to point out that you’ll need to restart your browser each time you stop or start blocking Facebook with this program because of the way it hooks into the system to block the URLs from being accessed. You also won’t be able to automatically schedule specific times for the program to come on and go off throughout the day; you’ll have to do this manually each time you run the program.
While the program offers some good features like password protection and a block timer, there are a couple issues that keep it from being a full-featured offering. If you’re just looking for a simple pared-down blocker this is definitely worth checking out, but if you want automatic blocking during certain times
Pros
- Easily Block Facebook You won’t need to change your system’s HOSTS file to get this running; just select a few options, set a time and you’re done.
- Strong Password Protection Users can’t unblock the program without the password.
- Blocks All Facebook URLs Defeats the usual tricks of using the mobile site or foreign versions of Facebook.
- Perfect for Parents and Productivity Save time and energy by turning off Facebook whenever you need to.
Cons
Facebook Blocker For Mac
- Won’t Run Automatically You can’t schedule timers to run automatically and you’ll also have to restart your browser when you stop or start a block.