External Resources on Device Filtering and Internet Safety
These are trusted external resources we recommend for understanding device management, content filtering technology, and online safety. KolBo Filter is not affiliated with these organizations — we link to them because they provide valuable, authoritative information.
Apple Device Management
Apple Configurator — Introduction to Supervised Devices
Apple's official documentation explaining what supervised mode is and how it works. This is the foundation technology behind every KolBo Filter iPhone setup.
Apple OfficialApple — Introduction to MDM Profiles
Apple's guide to Mobile Device Management profiles — the mechanism that enforces restrictions on supervised devices and prevents end-user removal.
Apple OfficialApple — MDM Restrictions for Supervised Devices
The complete list of restrictions that can only be enforced on supervised devices — including VPN blocking, app installation control, and private browsing disablement.
Apple OfficialAndroid Enterprise Management
Android Management API — Google Developers
Google's official Android Management API documentation. Device Owner mode — used by KolBo Filter for Android phones — is part of this enterprise management framework.
Google OfficialAndroid Enterprise Resources
Google's hub for enterprise device management resources, including documentation on Device Owner provisioning and policy enforcement.
Google OfficialContent Filtering Technology
CleanBrowsing — DNS-Based Content Filtering
A widely-used DNS filtering service. DNS filtering is one layer in a comprehensive approach — KolBo Filter uses it alongside device-level management for complete protection.
Filtering ServiceOpenDNS Home — Cisco
Cisco's free DNS-based web filtering for home networks. A useful supplementary layer for families who want additional network-level protection.
Cisco / Network SecurityInternet Safety Organizations
TAG (Technology Awareness Group)
A Jewish community organization focused on technology awareness, internet safety, and providing resources for families navigating digital challenges. Widely recognized across frum communities.
Jewish CommunityConnectSafely
A nonprofit dedicated to educating users about internet safety, privacy, and security. Provides guides for parents, educators, and policymakers.
NonprofitCommon Sense Media
Reviews and ratings for apps, games, and media to help parents make informed decisions about what their children access. A widely-cited authority on digital wellness.
NonprofitRouter and Network Security
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's framework for managing cybersecurity risk. Router-level filtering aligns with the "Protect" function of this framework.
Government / StandardsCISA — Cybersecurity Best Practices
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's guide to securing home networks — including router configuration and DNS filtering recommendations.
Government