How to Activate MTN Child-Safe Browsing Mode in 2025 (Parental Control Guide)

In 2025, MTN Nigeria makes it easy for parents to protect kids online with a new Child-Safe Browsing Mode — a service that filters out adult or harmful content and ensures your child stays safe while browsing.

What Is MTN Child-Safe Browsing?

Child-Safe Browsing is a content filtering service by MTN that:

Blocks adult websites, gambling, and unsafe apps
Filters explicit content on YouTube and social media
Works across all devices using your child’s MTN line
Can be controlled and monitored remotely

How to Activate MTN Child-Safe Mode (2025)

There are 3 easy ways to activate this feature:

Method 1: USSD Code

Dial *131*99# on your child’s MTN SIM
Choose “Child-Safe Browsing”
Select “Activate”
You’ll receive a confirmation SMS
All adult content will be filtered immediately

Works even on basic phones without apps.

Method 2: MTN SmartFamily App (Advanced Control)

Download MTN SmartFamily App
Link your child’s number under “Family Lines”
Under "Safe Browsing Settings", enable:
- YouTube Safe Mode
- Social Media Filter
- App Store Restrictions
Set browsing time limits (e.g., 7am–9pm)
Lock settings with a PIN.

Method 3: Via MTN Website (For PC Users)

Visit https://www.mtn.ng/family
Log in with your parent number
Go to Parental Controls > Content Filter
Activate “Safe Browsing Mode” for selected SIM
Done!

What Gets Blocked?

Blocked Category	Examples
Adult Content	Pornography, explicit sites
Gambling	Sports betting sites
Drugs/Violence	Forums promoting unsafe behavior
Unsafe YouTube Videos	Keywords flagged by MTN filter
Social Media Risks	Suspicious or age-restricted pages