How to Use MTN Safe Browsing Settings for Kids in 2025

How to Use MTN Safe Browsing Settings for Kids in 2025

In 2025, MTN Nigeria has introduced Safe Browsing Settings to protect children from inappropriate content while using mobile internet. These tools are vital for parents who want to monitor and control their child's online experience.

What is MTN Safe Browsing for Kids?

MTN Safe Browsing is a content filter that:

• Blocks adult and violent websites
• Limits access to social media or streaming sites
• Filters YouTube and Google for safe content
• Works across MTN 4G/5G networks, regardless of the browser or app

It’s designed for teenagers and younger children using Android or iOS devices with an MTN SIM.

Features of MTN Safe Browsing in 2025

Feature	Description
Adult Content Block	Automatically filters adult, gambling, and harmful sites
App Restriction	Option to block certain apps (e.g. TikTok, Twitter)
Browsing Time Control	Set time frames for internet access
Safe Search Filter	Enables kid-friendly results on Google & YouTube
Browsing Report	View browsing history through parent dashboard

How to Activate MTN Safe Browsing Settings (2025 Method)

Option 1: MyMTN App (Recommended)

1. Download or open the MyMTN App
2. Tap on “Parental Control” section
3. Select the child’s number (must be an MTN SIM)
4. Toggle on “Enable Safe Browsing”
5. Choose age group and customize filters
6. Save and lock with a PIN

Option 2: MTN Kids Safety Portal

• Visit: https://safebrowsing.mtn.ng
• Enter parent’s phone number and log in
• Link your child’s number
• Set filters: websites, time, apps
• Review activity weekly

SMS/USSD Activation (For Non-Smartphones)

You can also activate basic content filter:

• Dial: *460*6#
• OR Text SAFE ON [ChildNumber] to 131

This applies basic web filtering to the selected MTN SIM.

Tips for Parents

• Combine MTN Safe Browsing with MTN Child Call Restrictions
• Don’t just block — explain why limits are set
• Encourage use of MTN Learn or other educational platforms

Set a weekly reminder to check your child’s browsing log and adjust filters based on what they access.