In-home filtering
Learn more about how Bark Home lets you manage screen time and filter content on all of the internet-connected devices in your home, like smart TVs, computers, gaming consoles, phones, tablets, and more).
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How does Bark's in-home filtering work?Use the Bark Home or a router with Bark built-in to block apps, set screen time schedules, and filter the web on any device connected to your home Wi-Fi.
How to set up in-home filteringSet up the Bark Home or a router with Bark built-in.
In-Home Filtering ProfilesLearn the difference between Unmanaged, Shared, and Ignored.
Identify and Rename Devices for In-Home FilteringThis makes it easier to manage web filtering.
How to set up in-home screen time controlsAssign devices to profiles and set app and site blocking rules for every device on your home Wi-Fi.
How to set up the Bark HomeThe Bark Home plugs into your existing router and sets up by scanning a QR code or visiting http://detect.network.
Is my router compatible with the Bark Home?Most likely, yes!
How to find your router modelYou'll need your router's make and model to check if it's compatible with the Bark Home.
LED Lights on the Bark Home
LED Lights on the Bark Home (5100 Model)Learn what the lights on your Bark Home mean.
LED Lights on the Bark Home (5000 Model)Learn what the lights on your Bark Home mean.
How to set up a router with Bark built-inA router with Bark built-in sets up through a web browser on your home network — no separate Bark Home device needed.
What routers have Bark built-in?Some U.S. routers come with Bark's filtering software built in, so you don't need a separate Bark Home device.
How to find your Bark Home modelLook at the bottom label or check out our reference images.
Integrating Bark Home into your existing networkThis article is for users with an advanced network setup.
Prevent a device from being blocked by in-home filteringJust select ignore.
How to remove a Bark Home or router from your accountDelete it from your dashboard.