Why Businesses Use Web Filtering (and Why You Might Too)
Why businesses use web filtering: block malware, boost productivity, meet compliance, and protect remote teams. Simple setup tips.| Control D Blog
Web filtering explained simply: Learn how DNS, URL, and content filters block threats, cut distractions, and safeguard privacy across devices.| Control D Blog
Wondering if you need web filtering at home? Use this simple checklist to find out and protect your family, privacy, and devices.| Control D Blog
Why businesses use web filtering: block malware, boost productivity, meet compliance, and protect remote teams. Simple setup tips.| Control D Blog
Read how Control D secures guest Wi-Fi and internal networks for Massey Hall & Roy Thomson Hall, two of Toronto's iconic performing arts venues.| Control D Blog
DNS filtering vs. firewall: Why firewall-only protection fails remote workers and how roaming clients solve hybrid work challenges.| Control D Blog
Learn how modern web filtering protects against malware, phishing, botnets, and more to keep your devices fast, safe, and private.| Control D Blog
Web filtering myths debunked: See why modern DNS-based web filtering tools are faster, smarter, and more private than you think.| Control D Blog
Looking for examples of DNS? Let's take a look at how you use DNS in everyday life, including browsing social media, streaming music, and more.| Control D Blog
Learn about the 30 biggest data breaches since 2005, ranked by users or records, with data types, causes, and sources.| Control D Blog
Let’s review some common misconceptions about DNS that can lead to security vulnerabilities.| Control D Blog
Infoblox vs BlueCat head-to-head: Compare features, scalability, DNS security, automation, & more to find the best fit for your enterprise network.| Control D Blog
The term DNS security and network security are often used interchangeably, but there are important differences between the two.| Control D Blog
DNS is a critical, yet overlooked, component of your cybersecurity posture. Learn how to utilize DNS security to prevent data breaches.| Control D Blog
September Control D updates: Entra ID, Slack/email routing for page unblock requests, API token allowed IPs + editing, and much more.| Control D Blog
Here’s a simple self-check of five must-ask questions to consider when weighing whether DNS security is something you need to take seriously.| Control D Blog
Deciding between Cisco Umbrella and Infoblox? Compare costs, features, support, and more, and explore a smarter and better alternative to both.| Control D Blog
Learn about the most significant Cisco Umbrella outages from 2018 to present.| Control D Blog
Discover the best Infoblox alternatives for DNS security and full DDI. Compare Control D, BlueCat, EfficientIP & more to find the right fit for you.| Control D Blog
Control D or Infoblox? Discover which DNS security solution offers better features, reporting, and value for enterprises, MSPs, and schools.| Control D Blog
Discover how CNAME uncloaking detects hidden trackers, boosts online security, and keeps your browsing data private.| Control D Blog
Learn what a Man-in-the-Middle attack is, how hackers intercept your data, and the best ways to protect yourself online.| Control D Blog
The main difference between web filtering and DNS filtering, which is a subset of web filtering, is how they restrict access. Learn more about the two concepts.| Control D Blog
Social Media has a penchant for dominating our time and energies; find out how you can block or schedule your distractions with Control D.| Control D Blog
We can't keep our kids from the internet (though I'm sure some try), so how do we curate their experience to keep them safe from all the malicious actors on the web?| Control D Blog
(or How I Learned to Stop Thinking About DNS and Love Productivity)| Control D Blog
Cyber attacks on small to medium businesses are on the rise - learn the threats your company faces and how Control D can help keep it safe.| Control D Blog
Find out how to protect patient safety, privacy, and avoid penalties by utilizing these cybersecurity best practices.| Control D Blog
This guide will walk you through the major DNS security protocols, explaining how they work, when to use them, and their pros and cons.| Control D Blog
Read about DNS security best practices such as authentication, visibility, policies, DNS filtering, and more.| Control D Blog
Explore all major DNS record types with this guide. Learn what they are, how each one works, why they matter, and when to use them.| Control D Blog
Protect your remote team in 2025 with DNS filtering, VPNs, MFA & best practices. Step-by-step setup with Control D and security tools.| Control D Blog
Trust, automation, identity, and the invisible seams between cloud services, AI models, and the humans who rely on them are all important cybersecurity trends for 2025.| Control D Blog
Yegor takes a look at the similarities and differences between Control D and Pi-Hole.| Control D Blog
Explore why the DNS layer is critical to internet functionality and the best practices to secure it from cyberattacks.| Control D Blog
We take a look at how you can prevent Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notices on your public Wi-Fi.| Control D Blog
Today, we’re introducing our new “AI Malware Filter.” This filter adds a new layer of malware protection for all your devices and can be enabled in the Profile Options menu.| Control D Blog
We compare popular Control D and DNSFilter, and break down our analysis into price, features, reviews, blocking capabilities, and more.| Control D Blog
We rank the best DNSFilter alternatives and competitors in terms of price, features, user experience, reviews, and more.| Control D Blog
Learn about web filtering and how it's a powerful tool for businesses to create a safer internet environment.| Control D Blog
It's time to reveal our much-anticipated chef-d'oeuvre; take a look at what's changed.| Control D Blog
We break down the key differences between Cloudflare and Umbrella, and introduce a third option if you're looking for a more flexible DNS provider.| Control D Blog
Learn about the top Cisco Umbrella alternatives that offer a better product ranked on features, price, customer support, and more.| Control D Blog
If you're a Cisco user disappointed with their choice to close their Umbrella Roaming Client, why don't you take a look at our offering instead?| Control D Blog
Learn what DNS spoofing is, the risks of falling victim to an attack, the different methods to prevent them, and much more.| Control D Blog
Learn common types of DNS attacks, such as DNS spoofing, tunneling, and more. Read best practices on DNS attack prevention.| Control D Blog
Find out what DNS filtering is and why it's crucial for safeguarding businesses against online threats.| Control D Blog
DNSSEC helps provide a layer of security to vulnerable DNS queries. Learn more about its process and why it's an essential tool for businesses.| Control D Blog
Find out how DNS tunneling works, why it bypasses security layers, and what DNS defenses like Control D can do to stop it.| Control D Blog
We show why DNS security compliance is a key factor under GDPR rules, and highlight how Control D helps you achieve exactly that.| Control D Blog
Learn how to block torrenting on your network with DNS filtering, firewall rules, and other proven methods.| Control D Blog
Learn what a zero-day attack is, how it works, who’s behind it, and 8 proven ways to protect your business from these stealthy cyber threats.| Control D Blog
Discover what DNS-over-TLS is, how it works, and why it protects your DNS privacy. Learn how to use DoT with Control D for full encryption and filtering.| Control D Blog
Learn how to prevent ransomware attacks with this expert guide. Get step-by-step tips, DNS filtering advice, and threat prevention best practices.| Control D Blog
Learn what DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) is, how it works, and how to use it for secure, private internet browsing.| Control D Blog
Learn how to use Control D to its maximum potential and read user reviews of Control D DNS.| Control D Blog
The best WebTitan alternatives offer better functionality, user experience, and customer support. Read our roundup of the top options.| Control D Blog
Read a step-by-step guide of how to block gambling websites and content at your school, office, and public network.| Control D Blog
Read about DNS hijacking, how it works, ways to prevent it, and how Control D can help mitigate against DNS attacks.| Control D Blog
Learn how to block porn and adult websites across your office and corporate IT network. See how Control D prevents adult content from resolving.| Control D Blog
Learn how you can encrypt your DNS traffic to improve privacy and prevent cyber attacks.| Control D Blog
We review the best DNS filtering software for security, productivity, and compliance. Learn about features, user experience, and more.| Control D Blog
Learn how to secure your guest Wi-Fi network with DNS filtering, segmentation, captive portals, and encrypted traffic.| Control D Blog
Learn how to detect vulnerabilities, enforce DNS security, and enhance visibility and protection with this step-by-step checklist.| Control D Blog
Cisco Umbrella and DNSFilter are established players in the web filtering and DNS security space. Learn more about how the two fare against each other.| Control D Blog
Read about the 10 top alternatives to NextDNS and how they differ on price, features, customer support, and more.| Control D Blog
We compare Control D and ScoutDNS across features, analytics, integrations, and support to discover which DNS filtering solution best suits your needs.| Control D Blog
We've been getting inquiries from AdGuard DNS users about what makes Control D different: this article is meant to address questions and concerns we've encountered.| Control D Blog
We compare Control D vs SafeDNS and highlight their differences in plans, pricing, features, customer support, and more.| Control D Blog
See how Control D stacks up against NextDNS. You will be pleasantly surprised.| Control D Blog
Learn how Control D compares against WebTitan on features, pricing, customer support, analytics, and more.| Control D Blog
We review the top DNS security services. Learn how each helps network security and address potential vulnerabilities.| Control D Blog
More than 3.4 billion phishing emails are sent daily. Learn more eye-opening phishing stats and trends, and understand what the future holds.| Control D Blog
We discuss the best alternatives to Cloudflare, based on factors like price, features, UX, customer support, and user reviews.| Control D Blog
Discover how Control D and DefensX stack up in features, analytics, integrations, and more to help you choose the ideal platform for your needs.| Control D Blog
We take a deep dive into Control D and Zorus, analyzing both against factors like pricing, features, integrations, analytics, and more.| Control D Blog
Control D is a better choice if you're looking for seamless onboarding, responsive customer support, and affordable plans.| Control D Blog
We take a deep dive into the differences between Control D and Cloudflare across features, pricing, performance, and more.| Control D Blog
Over the last several months, we at Control D have been working on a top secret project. Now, it’s time to unveil it.| Control D Blog
DNS traffic refers to the network communication involving DNS (Domain Name System) queries and responses. Learn about common tools and implementation.| Control D Blog
Discover the best web filtering tools for malware detection, endpoint protection, and overall security for your business.| Control D Blog
