How to block specific browser with app overlay

[SirAlpha]

I am using SPIN browser and its suite of apps to block adult content.

Unfortunately Cameleon browser uses an app overlay and bypasses all app blockers I can find. Can anyone suggest a way to permanently block this without rooting the phone?

EDIT

Not sure if I was clear but Cameleon browser also bypasses SPIN browser.

I am asking how to block Cameleon WITHOUT rooting the phone

 

[anon(10614692)]

Dumb question. Why not stick with SPIN? Chameleon would need to be rewritten to do what you want. Rooting doesn't modify apps.

 

[mustang7757]

I am using SPIN browser and its suite of apps to block adult content.

Unfortunately Cameleon browser uses an app overlay and bypasses all app blockers I can find. Can anyone suggest a way to permanently block this without routing the phone?

You blocking adult content for a child ?

 

[SirAlpha]

Dumb response

I clearly said Cameleon browser bypasses SPIN. SPIN cannot block it because it just overlays SPIN browser.

There are blocking apps that could do more but they require rooting rhe phone. Im trying to find a different way.

 

[anon(10614692)]

I clearly asked why you don't stick with SPIN? Is Chameleon a pre-installed browser on your phone? Or is there a specific reason to use it as your personal choice that another browser can't satisfy? BTW What device and Android version are you running?

 

[SirAlpha]

You blocking adult content for a child ?

For another adult (older teen)

 

[SirAlpha]

I clearly asked why you don't stick with SPIN? Is Chameleon a pre-installed browser on your phone? Or is there a specific reason to use it as your personal choice that another browser can't satisfy? BTW What device and Android version are you running?

The question seemed rhetorical

I am blocking adult content hence using SPIN but the person easily installs Cameleon browser that bypasses SPIN. Its not a preference for me and its not preinstalled, I want it blocked. Im on a Samsung A50 with Android Pie (9).

 

[mustang7757]

For another adult (older teen)

Gotcha, I'm sure any way to block that , but they can always download another browser.

 

[mustang7757]

Also want to say welcome to the forums !

I'll see if these 2 team members know of anything to help @B. Diddy @Rukbat

 

[anon(10614692)]

I cant believe it took all that to understand the problem. Check this out https://useboomerang.com/2018/07/25/3-ways-block-kids-installing-apps-android-phone/
Is this helpful?

 

[mustang7757]

I cant believe it took all that to understand the problem. Check this out https://useboomerang.com/2018/07/25/3-ways-block-kids-installing-apps-android-phone/
Is this helpful?

Good tip , I think OP meant on a web browser

 

[anon(10614692)]

Th OP doesn't want adult content on the device and SPIN works fine for this. The problem is other browsers can be installed. You need control over the phone to do that as per the link. Correct me if I'm wrong but that was my understanding.

 

[mustang7757]

Let's get a better understanding from OP?

 

[SirAlpha]

Gotcha, I'm sure any way to block that , but they can always download another browser.

No because SPIN blocks all other browsers, its very good. But this browser works using app overlay and I cant block it

 

[anon(10614692)]

The question seemed rhetorical

I am blocking adult content hence using SPIN but the person easily installs Cameleon browser that bypasses SPIN. Its not a preference for me and its not preinstalled, I want it blocked. Im on a Samsung A50 with Android Pie (9).

Nothing rhetorical, just trying to get an understanding of the situation as small bits of information make it difficult to offer a solution.

 

[mustang7757]

No because SPIN blocks all other browsers, its very good. But this browser works using app overlay and I cant block it

Ok gotcha..so let's see if other team members can help out , I'm not familiar it .

 

[Javier P]

What about setting a password for the Play Store so no new apps can be installed without entering it?

 

[anon(10614692)]

Kids are more tech savvy than you realise. Play Store doesn't have a monopoly when it comes to apps

 

[Javier P]

Kids are more tech savvy than you realise. Play Store doesn't have a monopoly when it comes to apps

I know

 

[Rukbat]

About the only way to totally block installation would be kid's mode or a kiosk app, either one passworded with a strong, unguessable password.

Or accept the fact that older teens will look at porn, phone or no phone. Block it on the phone and he'll find another way.