To turn off Google Safe Browsing warnings in Chrome, go to Chrome Settings > Privacy and security > Security and select "No protection," but this is not recommended as it removes protection from malware and phishing; you can also disable account-level Enhanced Safe Browsing in your Google Account Security settings, or adjust SafeSearch for explicit content in Google Search settings, but the primary method is within the Chrome browser's security settings.
Tip: You can go directly to Enhanced Safe Browsing for your account.
On your computer, open Chrome. Settings. Security. Under "Safe Browsing," choose No protection (not recommended).
SafeSearch is set to Filter automatically when Google's systems indicate you may be under 18. If you can't change your SafeSearch setting, it might be because it's being controlled by your account, device, or network administrator.
How to turn off SafeSearch permanently
SafeSearch might also turn on if you clear your cookies. Cookies help your browser or device remember your user preferences, such as whether certain settings are enabled or disabled. Deleting them can reset your SafeSearch settings, which might turn the setting on.
How to turn off Safe Mode on your Android phone or tablet
SafeSearch is forced on because administrators (parents, schools, workplaces) lock it, Google sets it by default for users under 18, or network/ISP/browser settings enforce it for safety, often due to regulations like the UK's Online Safety Act or built-in parental controls, preventing users from changing it to filter explicit content.
On your Android phone or tablet, go to your SafeSearch settings. Select Filter, Blur, or Off. At the top right, if you find a Lock , your SafeSearch setting is locked. Tip: The settings page provides info about who manages your SafeSearch setting.
If you've followed the steps above but still can't seem to disable SafeSearch, here are a few likely reasons: Screen Time passcode issues. If someone else has set up the Screen Time passcode (and you don't know it), you won't be able to change any content restrictions. You'll need to ask them to help.
If there's ever any suspicious activity associated with your account, Google will let you know so you can secure your data. You may receive a “Suspicious sign-in prevented” email to let you know Google blocked someone from accessing your account.
Google Chrome issues a “Not Secure” warning when a website does not have a valid SSL certificate or delivers content over HTTP instead of HTTPS. Users may also encounter the ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR in such scenarios. This indicates that the connection between the visitor's browser and the website is unprotected.
Unblock Content Being Restricted by Google Chrome
Keep an eye out for the following signs:
How to fix websites blacklisted by Google Safe Browsing?
SafeSearch suddenly turns on due to network/ISP filters, parental controls (Family Link/school settings), antivirus software, browser extensions, or your Google Account age settings (mistakenly thinking you're under 18), often locking the setting from being changed, so check your device, network, and account settings.
Using Chrome or other mobile browsers:
Open Google.com. Click on “Settings” at the bottom of the page, followed by “Search Settings”. Under the “Content” section, choose “SafeSearch”. Choose Off, and click Save.
To access your Google Account security settings, go to myaccount.google.com. In the navigation panel, tap Security.
Sometimes, your SafeSearch setting can be set to "Filter" and locked by someone who controls your account, device, or internet search. You can check if your SafeSearch is locked . If it's locked, at the top right, you get a lock. Tip: If your SafeSearch isn't locked, sign in to your Google Account.
In line with Ofcom regulations, websites classified as 18+ by the BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) are blocked by default. To access them, you'll need to verify your age. Once it's done, you won't need to do it again.
If protected content is blocked, you might get an error and the content won't play.