# Purity: Safe Browser — user reviews > 85 indexed App Store user reviews of Purity by FamilyFirstTechnology, rated 4.60/5 from 895 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purity-safe-browser/id1506160130/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purity-safe-browser/id1506160130.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 733 · 4★ 76 · 3★ 27 · 2★ 9 · 1★ 50 ## What do users think of Purity? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Effective at blocking content - 🔒 Robust blocking features - 💰 Affordable price - 👍 Helpful for fighting addiction - 🙏 Appreciated by users - 🔍 Keyword blocking works well **Cons** - 🐛 Blocks too many non-inappropriate sites - 🔍 Overly sensitive keyword blocking - 🔌 Can impact device performance - 🔒 Difficult to unblock whitelisted sites - 🔑 Password recovery issues **Commonly reported bugs** - Whitelisting not always effective - Crashes and performance issues - Difficulty managing account and subscriptions **Most requested features** - Lower age rating for app - Password protection for settings - Ability to delete account - Family plan option - Customizable home page - Sideways viewing mode ## Newest reviews (14 of 85) ### 3/5 — Girls Pov. *2026-07-18* Hello, im not quite sure how to feel about this app. When i was 15 wanting my bf to get help with his addiction this app was ok. I didnt like how you were able to see the images and sites i really wish it was free but thats never possible. Youre not going to see anything change in a 3 day trial, it took about 3-4 years for you to be able to “retrust” your partner but if youre a girl looking for apps for your boyfriend just leave him alone. If he wanted to change at all he would’ve done it himself. Im already 17 and i went absolutely crazy, dont go crazy, hurt yourself or him because of his pathetic addiction just like how i did. I feel stupid for even waiting but what can i do. Its not possible to get clean without paying for something like this although they should make free apps to help world wide. Thank you i guess:(💔 ### 4/5 — 4 Stars, Could Be 5 With Some Small Fixes *2026-04-17, version 1.8.1* This app is great except for some small issues. The Purity team automatically chooses keywords for you to block (rather than you being able to fully customize it yourself). The problem is that these keywords do not genuinely block any pornography (from my experience) but just random websites (and this gets especially frustrating when you need to access an important website without your accountability partner nearby). Worse than this, when you message their support team about this they are demeaning and they have treated me like controlling parents (I am an adult male). Apart from this the service is helpful. ### 4/5 — Good but could use a tweak. *2025-12-03, version 1.7.4* Does what I need it to do but I have a suggestion. Lower the age of the app from 17+ to 12 or lower. I can’t update my apps if I disable the AppStore and if I set an age restriction on downloading apps I can’t have purity because it’s 17+. If that gets changed then I’ll give this 5 stars. ### 4/5 — Great app *2025-11-18, version 1.7.4* This app is very helpful and it’s made me more focused, but I would love to have the age rating lowered to 16 cause I’m trying to block other apps by lowering the age limit but the app is great really blocks it all ### 4/5 — Good, but… *2025-09-24, version 1.7.4* I like the idea, I really do, but there are just so many other ways to fail like in app browsing. ### 5/5 — Excellent *2025-09-14* Excellent ### 3/5 — can be great *2025-07-31, version 1.7.4* it does what it’s supposed to do but idk why my psychiatrist appointment link for some reason violates it’s keyword system. ### 3/5 — Not the best *2025-07-17, version 1.7.4* The app is ok until you have to use a website that’s important to make a payment on a bill or do something for work on a website. The message that this site is blocked when it isn’t a porn site is annoying. That’s the only thing I don’t like about this app ### 5/5 — https *2025-05-30, version 1.7.4* reboot ### 3/5 — Amazing, but also not the best. *2025-05-20, version 1.7.4* Ive had the app for days and i just love how it blocks sites! But, it blocks everything. Like everything. If its a word like lego, Jesus, Car, plane, anything it will filter it and block it. It quite literally blocks everything and i cant even search anything up basically. Not sure if this is a problem on my end but i would like some help just to make it easier. Thank you and it is an amazing app. ### 5/5 — A Necessity *2025-05-07, version 1.7.4* The title says it all. This app is slowly saving my life and it’s becoming an absolute necessity if I want to see the personal growth that I’ve longed for, for 20 years. Finally, a blocker that I can’t just simply turn off, while still using privacy blockers. Finding this browser was like finding a needle in the haystack and I couldn’t be more grateful. ### 2/5 — Good intentions but could use more work *2025-04-24, version 1.7.4* I’m glad we can just block any website we choose rather than just blocking typical porn sites, that’s a great way to get around my toonophilia, but it’s actually a mobile browser that doesn’t come with adblock which is basically necessary these days, also i think it might only be a 3 day free trial or something… ### 5/5 — The best porn blocking browser *2025-03-20* I’ve been through this rodeo so many times! This app is awesome and yet so maddening when I feel the urge to watch porn. If it’s set up right it is impossible. I tried all the loopholes. And I always have to settle for some slightly immodest bikini pics that it lets through. I want to donate some money to these guys! Not sure where or how though! ### 2/5 — Review *2025-02-18, version 1.7.4* Not that good ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Support Reaponse *2026-07-27, version 1.8.2* We got this app for my son. After getting a new device we had to log back in. My son forgot the password, so we requested to reset password…doesn’t email the link to reset password. We reached out via the email listed for support. Him last week and me today, still no response. ### 1/5 — Blocks Almost Every Browser *2026-06-23, version 1.8.2* This is garbage! I am 13 and a half. My mom got this and it did really well stopping my urges, but the new update jacked it up. Blocks google! Even my mom has no idea as to why it did that! Can it at least still work with google but not block it? This is poor trash, don’t waste your time. ### 1/5 — HORRIBLE DO NOT USE *2026-05-10, version 1.8.2* You have to pay for the app and it doesn't work at all. Almost everything is blocked and it's impossible to get work done. Do not set up this browser it's so annoying. There has to be a better one out there. I want a refund but they make you jump through hoops to get it. ### 1/5 — Isn’t fully functional *2026-04-12, version 1.8.1* After the new update, it allows you to turn off safe search whatever you want. Waste of money, only works to block websites not images. ### 1/5 — Pointless *2025-03-24, version 1.7.4* What’s the point of this app as long as Apple allows in-app browsing. Apple needs to eliminate this loophole. ### 1/5 — I need some help. *2025-03-07, version 1.7.4* When I downloaded the app and add in my information, I was immediately met with a three day free trial button, which I immediately regretted it pressing. And now, I don’t even know if I’m going to be charged after those three days are up. I want to cancel this trial and delete my account, but I don’t know how to do that. I don’t know where to look. ### 1/5 — Great for fighting temptation, horrible functionality *2024-06-19* This app is great for resisting temptation, it will block URLs that you blacklist and any specific words you want blacklisted in URLs. It is in Google Safe Search by default and is great for blocking very specific sites or searches in specific sites. This is great and has been very helpful. The positives sadly stop there. This browser is slow and very clunky, taking a considerable amount of time to load web pages even on a newer phone with great connection. The main issue though, is that if you have a specific URL blacklisted, it will block that URL even if it is a back link somewhere on the page. For example, if I have Twitter blocked, it will load a web page until it realizes there is a link for a company’s Twitter account somewhere on the page, then it will send an alert and stop loading the page. This app and its blocking algorithm does not take into account URLs that are linked to a web page, it just sees them and automatically blocks the page. You can imagine how frustrating it is to try and load a web page but it is blocked because the author has a link to their social media at the bottom of the page. Although this app will help you fight temptation and that is the ultimate goal, it is slow, filled with errors like the example given above, and poorly optimized. I am actively looking for a replacement because of these issues. ### 1/5 — Should be Free *2023-10-11, version 1.2.1* This app seems to have more potential than the others. It seems like it could be very effective. However, it requires money. It should have a free option. Therefore it gets one star. ### 1/5 — Poor customer service *2023-08-07, version 1.2.1* Asked for a refund and was given the run around. ### 1/5 — No Family Plan? *2023-04-22, version 1.2.1* The app and reviews look good but the only thing stopping me to get it is the fact the Inwant to install this on all phones in my family plan. Please let me know when this happen. Thanks! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — An absolute game changer for digital boundaries and focus *2026-08-12* If you are looking to take back control of your screen time, eliminate unwanted visual triggers, or maintain strict online accountability, the Purity Safe Browser is the most effective tool available. Unlike standard browsers that leave you exposed to endless algorithmic distractions, Purity is engineered from the ground up to foster a clean, intentional browsing environment. The automated filtering system catches inappropriate and distracting material reliably while allowing you to customize your own keyword and domain blacklists. Additionally, the unique option to limit or completely block images and videos helps break the cycle of overstimulation and promotes deep, text-focused reading. It also locks down competing browsers to ensure your safeguards cannot be easily bypassed, while built-in alerts let you share activity logs seamlessly with an accountability partner. Enforced SafeSearch and native tracker blocking keep your data entirely private without sacrificing performance. Overall, Purity delivers true peace of mind and genuine digital discipline, making it highly recommended for anyone wanting a cleaner, safer internet experience. ### 5/5 — Super Helpful *2026-04-29, version 1.8.1* I find my self still struggling but I just started using the app, ever since I started using purity I have become more self aware and more resistant to sin. This is a great app I highly recommend it all porn sites are blocked you can’t go on them. Thank you developers for this amazing app! ### 5/5 — So far so good *2026-04-02, version 1.8.0* Installed this on my husband's phone. Seems to be working. It's not perfect, but the admin team is always quick to respond and help out with any issues. It's also very affordable. ### 5/5 — Great for Stopping the Urge *2026-01-04, version 1.7.4* This app does what it says. I’ve used apps like covenant eyes, but there was always a work around. This app does what I need it to, and the added accountability feature is great. ### 5/5 — Really good app but difficult to use *2025-12-04* The only issue is it seems like every other website gets blocked because of the website word recognition system. Overall it makes browsing feel a little slowrr and It’s frustrating if I have to make transactions or work on business related items. Regardless, less Internet is probably for the best anyways. ### 5/5 — Good App *2025-11-07, version 1.7.4* This app helps for you wanting to goon by blocking any websites, that makes you goon ### 5/5 — It’s saved me so many times *2025-10-27, version 1.7.4* Wildcard and key-word blocklisting is a game changer. It adds another key layer that prevents the thrill of searching for content, as well as the actual blocking of website URL’s. Additionally, the feature to block images on browser (password protected) makes me feel so safe. It’s excellent value for money. ### 5/5 — True Freedom *2025-10-19, version 1.7.4* I have been fighting my urges for 3/4 of life and constantly failing. Upon trying out Purity, I’ve never felt so free in my life before. Absolutely recommend this app for those who want to regain control of their lives again! May almighty God bless you! ### 5/5 — It works! *2025-10-14* I’ve used others and really only wanted simple porn blocking but had to pay for additional features that, while good, I really didn’t want. I use support in community (SA or Samson Society) and literature that meets my needs. I didn’t find the other app based helps really did it for me. This works and isn’t near as expensive as other “premium “ apps. ### 5/5 — Helped a lot *2025-09-20, version 1.7.4* This is helping me so much --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-09.*