Technology Safety Community Response
Empowering our community to use technology safely
Nesher is revolutionizing technology safety solutions
Nesher is a non-profit organization committed to advancing technology safety solutions through education, support and innovation.Nesher is led by a team of experienced IT and technology industry leaders who are committed to advancing technology safety solutions. The organization follows IT frameworks and a user-centric approach to address the unique community challenges posed by today's digital landscape.
Multi-Layer Approach to Technology Safety
Holistic approach to technology safety
Nesher takes a holistic, multi-layer approach to technology safety in order to properly support all devices in the home, such as smartphones, tables, computers, gaming and entertainment systems.
Available technology safety solutions include WiFi filters, device filters, OS restrictions, and app restrictions.
Explore our SOLUTIONS section for recommended filters and parental controls for each layer
Protecting our community from the risks of digital technology
Filtering & Parental Control Solutions
Holistic approach to technology safety
A holistic, multi-layer approach to technology safety is required in order to properly support all devices, such as gaming devices, entertainment systems and apps.
Available technology safety solutions include Wi-Fi filters, device filters, OS restrictions, and app restrictions
Click to learn about solutions
Devices
Parental control apps provide content filters, app management tools, screen time schedulers that are installed on each device.
TAG offers install and support for robust filters and should be the first place to start, visit your local TAG for more details.
Below are "off-the-shelf" filters that can be self-installed and managed by directly, or remotely by a parent or spouse.
Parental Controls & Filters
Qustodio
Multi-device control/filter
Qustodio offers web filtering and app control on many device types, including: Android, Apple iOS/Mac, Windows, Kindle, Chromebook.
Canopy
Smart Phone Parental Control & Filtering
From the makers of Netspark
Parental Control filtering that includes the option for image masking (blocking in-browser inappropriate pictures).
Web Chaver
Screen Accountability
Partnership with Covenant Eyes providing screen monitoring sending screen shots to a trusted "chaver" (friend or spouse). Web filtering is available as an additional option./n
Works best on Android
(iPhone is limited)
Techloq
Windows PC
Techloq provides the most robust filtering, including image masking, for Windows PC.
Gaming Systems
Most modern gaming systems include a full app store and browser with access to inappropriate content. Without proper controls, children may stumble upon games, apps, or websites that contain explicit or violent material, which is unsuitable for their age.
Tips
Best solution is to keep it offline!!! Buy the disc.
Chat functions will invite the world into a child’s bedroom.
Enable Parental Restrictions within the gaming system.
Gaming Systems Parental Control
PlayStation
PlayStation Parental Control
Restrict the browser, block apps, and set communication restrictions.
Xbox
Xbox Parental Controls
Block apps and set communication restrictions.
*Note: Browser cannot be blocked, but can be restricted to Whitelist only.
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Parental Controls
Restrict the browser, block apps, and set communication restrictions.
Handheld Gaming System with no Internet
Blaze Taito Super Pocket
A portable gaming device that you can take anywhere in your pocket
Apps
Many social media, gaming, and entertainment apps have some level of Parental Control that can be applied. While we recommend that children do not have direct access access to any of these apps, if parents are using these apps it important to turn on the parental control and restrictions.
Tips
Best to always keep streaming services off through a device filter, if require only enable on demand
Enable the Parental Restrictions in each app - review the rating controls carefully
Do not allow children to create their own profiles, create for them or together with them
App Parental Control
Roblox
Roblox offers a suite of parental controls for parents who want to safeguard their child’s privacy in the game.
Parent's Guide to Roblox
Safari
Remove Safari from iPhone
Use Screentime in iOS to restrict Safari
Be careful: Many apps on the App store have embedded browser – restrict App store to age 9 and below
Platforms
Apple, Android, and Microsoft offer built-in features and settings to control content, set screen time limits, and monitor activities on devices. These features are available at no cost and provide an intermediate level of control if used correctly.
Platform Parental Control
Apple
ScreenTime
Set restrictions on app usage, website access, and block explicit content.
Supported on iPhone, iPad and MAC
Android
Family Link
Manage and monitor device settings, including app activity control and time limits.
Supported on Android phones and Tables
Microsoft
Family Safety
Manage apps, web content filtering, usage limits, and activity reporting
Supported on Windows PC
DNS Cloud Filters
DNS filtering is a cloud-based system to monitor, control and filter websites and app utilizing the internet's Domain Name System (DNS). The system checks if the website or app URL is allowed and does not slow down your Internet.
Cleanbrowsing DNS Filtering
Family Filter - FREE
Blocks access to the following:
Adult and explicit sites
Proxy and VPNs used to bypass filters
Mixed content sites (like Reddit)
Google, Bing, Youtube set to Safe Mode
Malicious and Phishing sites
Adult Filter - FREE
Blocks access to the following:
Adult and explicit sites
Google, Bing set to Safe Mode
Malicious and Phishing sites
Custom DNS Filter
Custom settings:
Affordable solution to customize filtering on all home devices.
Includes control and additional filter categories.
Install Cleanbrowsing for free
WiFi Filters
Wi-Fi Internet Filters offer comprehensive content filtering and control for all Wi-Fi connected devices in your home. This solution ensures that every connected device is filtered, including gaming systems and smart TVs. It effectively provides control for all devices from a single app or dashboard. It is important to note that Wi-Fi filters only apply to devices connected to Wi-Fi, and an additional filter is needed on devices utilizing mobile data.
Whole Home Internet Filter
Gryphon
Gryphon replaces your existing WiFi router and provides filtering, time management and monitoring for all devices connected to your WiFi.
Firewalla
Firewalla allows you to filter your WiFi using your existing WiFi router from your Internet Provider.
Important - we recommend combining Firewalla with Cleanbrowsing DNS - Contact us for more details.
Kosher Phones & Electronics
Grow Electronics provides a wide range of safe and reliable technology products that meet the needs of the Jewish community. Please visit their website for products and more details.
Education & Support
Empowering the community through Tech Safety Education & Support
Implementation
Onsite and/or remote implementation of technology safety solutions.
Nesher techs will come to your home to install and setup tech safety solutions and parental control settings.
Ongoing Tech Support
Children bypassed a safety solution, need help to lock it down
Technology safety or Internet filter stopped working or blocked allowed Internet access
Provide ongoing technology support resources, demos and seminars
Community Education and Consultation
Providing ongoing community education and consultation on new technology safety solutions and new risks
Guidance for schools, shuls, etc
Get Support
Contact us by WhatsApp or Email for questions and support
Welcome to Nesher Technology Safety Organization
Our mission is to empower individuals and communities to use technology safely, while supporting the values that matter most to them.
Nesher is a non-profit organization committed to advancing technology safety solutions.The organization promotes, develops and implements innovative solutions that address the unique community challenges posed by today's digital landscape.
Nesher is led by a team of experienced IT and technology industry leaders who are committed to enhancing technology safety solutions through the development and implementation of IT and customer centric frameworks tailored to the needs of the community.
By partnering with industry leaders, technology experts, and community organizations, we strive to create a safer, more responsible digital world for our community.
Why we started Nesher
Technical Knowledge
Households and parents do not have the knowledge, skillset or tools to properly implement technology safety solutions.
Children often know more than their parents, parents need technology help, fast.
Technology is here to stay
Digital abstinence cannot be the only solution, most households have some technology and Internet access - proper filter, parental controls and safety is required.
Multi-layer Approach is Required
Multi-layered and holistic approach is required to support the different eco-systems that are common in many households.
Not all devices can be filtered directly.
Gaming and entertainment systems require parental restrictions and Internet filtering.
Immediate Support Required
Immediate action and help is required when there is a technical or safety issue.
Filters are often removed when technical issues arise, real-time assistance is required.
Rapid Change of Technology
Technology changes rapidly, requiring new solutions, ongoing education and communication.
Tech Safety Maintenance
Technology safety is like a diet, requires ongoing support, updates and maintenance.
Join the Nesher Tech Team
Technology Safety Response Team
The Nesher Technology Safety Response Team is comprised of tech experts from our community who help households with tech safety issues. Volunteers are typically community members who work or have a background in IT or technology.Our response team is supported by contracted IT Experts who provide training and advanced tech support.
Join the Team
Do you work in technology? Are you techy? Do your friends and family come to you for tech support? Become a Nesher Tech and help families with tech safety solutions.Volunteering is a great opportunity for tech students to build experience.
Donate
Nesher is a community-supported non-profit organization that relies on donations to fund its operations. By donating to Nesher, you can contribute to the cause and receive a charitable receipt for your donation.Join the effort to make a positive impact and donate to Nesher today.
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Nesher Technology Safety Organization
Protecting our community from the risks of digital technologies.
Contact us by WhatsApp or Email for support and additional information.
Donate
Nesher is a community-supported non-profit organization that relies on donations to fund its operations. By donating to Nesher, you can contribute to the cause and receive a charitable receipt for your donation.Join the effort to make a positive impact and donate to Nesher today.
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