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Web filtering software. Blocks websites based on URLs, categories, keywords, and IP addresses. Restrictions can be customized based on groups of users or computers.

BrowseControl

Windows

Teacher/Computer Lab

The software is not overly intrusive yet offers outstanding management control. Of the few issues that came up in the install, tech support was beyond outstanding.

IT Manager

I love that there is always new features that get added, The product has improved so much over the last 12 months with these features. Easy to use once you know way around it.

We have used other web filtering and block programs before and CurrentWare has been the best for us and at a great price.

Software Engineer

The advanced features like port blocking secures data as it prevents data leaks from such channels. Overall, Browsecontrol has been great.

Security Software Engineer

I would recommend acquiring long term plans not only for great discounts but because the company is trustworthy too.

Overall, BrowseControl is an excellent web filtering solution for businesses of all sizes. It offers a wide range of features that make it easy to configure and manage the system.

Very good experience and the support is very quick.

IT Service Desk Supervisor

I've been very happy with the product. We bought it and deployed it and it worked as described from day one.

IT Specialist

Blacklisting and whitelisting Urls where a little troublesome to get fired up.

Financial Account Manager 

Exceptional,perfect,brilliant and secure web filtering software.

Python Developer

It is simple to set the system to meet the unique requirements of the organization thanks to the filtering rules' high degree of customization and intuitiveness.

Since going live with BrowseControl, the number of requests that have come in about the "blocking" software not working has decreased dramatically.

Vessel IT Team Lead

Client side to disable filtering can be a bit clunky, if you stop the currentware service, it will disable. Rebooting brings everything back up.

The filtering rules are highly intuitive and customizable, making it easy to configure the system to meet the specific needs of the organization.

I think some people were saying that it is difficult to install, but since I am an IT expert I did not find this problem, I don't know if what these people said is true or not.

System Administrator

The purchase and on boarding process was very smooth and customer support is very efficient.

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BC has been reliable and efficient on all web security services.

BC is terrific.

Thank you for your review, Pauline! Our customer success and product teams would love to hear more about what areas we can improve on; could you please provide more details?

I'd also like to clarify that while BrowseControl can be deployed on-premises, it is not open source.

Enhancing Security and Productivity with BrowseControl

Thank you for your review! I appreciate your feedback about the initial setup process. Alongside our self-service onboarding guide, knowledge base, and instructional videos our support team is available to assist you with anything you need during your time as a CurrentWare customer. 

It has powerful security monitoring tools that detects threats that can affect workflows. It has blocked many ransomware attacks that could destroy confidential data and expose company secrets to third parties.

Threat free browsing environment facilitation tool

Thank you for your review, James! Happy to  hear that BrowseControl's web content categories are effectively blocking access to malicious and high-risk website in your network.

We'd love to hear more about how you identified that a ransomware attack was attempted and precisely how BrowseControl prevented the infiltration—can you provide some more details for us?

Internet security has been great challenge for all the enterprise but after deployment of this platform we have experienced positive changes. Data exchange and secure browsing has been enhanced with efficient security controls.

Powerful network security control application

It is an important tool for guaranteeing efficient and secure internet access due to its strong web filtering, user controls, and time-based limits. It is especially helpful for companies, educational institutions, and government agencies trying to ensure efficient internet usage and safeguard users from hazardous or disruptive information. Because of how simple it is to operate, IT staff members spend less time learning it.

Effective Web Access Management Solutions To Ensure Productive Internet Usage

Thank you for your review, Sakshi! 

We'd love to hear more about what changes would help improve the ease of use of our platform.  We regularly incorporate feedback from our users—please reach out to us if you can!

Very much recommended from my side for controlled browsing.

Total control access

Administrators can customize internet access based on particular needs by establishing flexible web surfing regulations and timetables. Restricting access to specific websites assures adherence to privacy and security standards while assisting in the prevention of data breaches. It encourages focus and assists employees in staying on target.

Prevent From Accessing Non-Work-Related Websites And Enhance Productivity

Thank you for your review, Akash! If you have more feedback about how we can simplify the deployment process we'd love to hear it.  In addition, if you ever need help our expert support team is here to help you every step of the way!

An effective web filtering solution!

Thank you for your review, Emma! We'd love to hear more about what part of the use/deployment process could use some adjustment to make BrowseControl easier to use.  We pride ourselves on our expert support time and ease of setup, though there's always room to improve!

A great web filtering solution!

Thank you for your review, Evana! 

Wonderful to hear that you found our software easy to setup and use, and that our support team has been reliable.  

Performance issues are certainly unexpected; if you haven't yet, please reach out to our support team so we can look further into this! 

We also release performance and feature updates regularly, if you haven't updated in awhile you'll love the latest developments! 

You can learn more at https://www.currentware.com/support/release-notes/

It enhances ongoing web content categorization and separation to prevent high-risk and diverting networks. It screens website content to make sure it adheres to our policies. The in-depth reports are quite helpful. The purchasing and onboarding processes were both very seamless, and customer support is superb.

All-Inclusive Platform To Limit Access To Dangerous Websites

Thank you for your review, Rahul! Wonderful to hear that you found our platform simple to use and valuable to your company.

Great to see you're using BrowseControl in conjunction with BrowseReporter's user activity monitoring features. The two modules complement one another perfectly!

If you ever need help we also offer ongoing high-quality support and product training. Don't hesitate to reach out!

Limiting access to particular websites or material, helps organizations comply with legal requirements and industry standards. It aids businesses in reducing the danger of malware infections, data breaches, and unauthorized access to private data. Limiting excessive online browsing makes sure that vital apps have access to enough network resources.

 Controlled Internet Access And Help To Focus on What Matters

Thank you for your review, Diksha!

Great to hear that BrowseControl is providing you the capabilities you need to enforce your internet use policies.

While periodically reviewing web filtering policies internally can certainly be helpful, if you are using the Web Content Category Filtering feature it will automatically update in the background as new websites emerge!  No action is required on your part. 

Manage Network security and internet usage with BrowseControl!

Thank you for your review, Emmylou! Great to hear you're restricting access to objectionable with BrowseControl while monitoring how the rest of the internet is used using BrowseReporter.

BrowseControl doesn’t grant access to websites that go against out computer policies.

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The detailed reports are really helpful for tracking which websites are being viewed, and it's simple to set up and use.  We have been able to identify numerous odd behaviors in the computers and stop potentially harmful file downloads as well as malicious websites.

Encourages Productivity By Preventing Access To Risky Webpages

Thank you for your review, Aditya! Wonderful to hear you're using BrowseReporter and BrowseControl together for full visibility and control of employee internet use.

The password resetting is certainly unexpected; I'll let our tech team know. Can you please reach out to us at https://www.currentware.com/contact/ so they can investigate this further and keep in contact with you?

I have been browsing without fear since I started using this product. It shields members from distracting and high-risk website that can spread viruses. Each employee can easily operate under well safeguarded environment.

BrowseControl for secure browsing

Overall, BrowseControl is an excellent web filtering solution for businesses of all sizes. It offers a wide range of features that make it easy to configure and manage the system. However, the cost may be prohibitive for smaller organizations with limited budgets.

A Comprehensive and Feature-Rich Web Filtering Solution

Thank you for your review, Javier! Great to hear that you're using BrowseControl in tandem with our computer and internet usage monitoring software BrowseReporter.

By blocking access to high risk websites, we reduce financial risks.

Full Control over App and Internet Usage at Par

Thank you for your review, Jamie! Happy to hear that BrowseControl's web content category filtering feature has provided your organization with the tools it needs to enforce its internet use policies.

"An incredible tool for keeping secure web activities."

Thank you for your review, Md Jahan! Great to hear that BrowseControl has been easy to use and provides your team with the control over internet access it needs to keep your endpoints safe from undesired content. 

The browsecontrol helps us in restricting unsafe software accessing from the office internet. We can block the unwanted URL's using the software. 

Best for internet filtering and blocking.

Thank you for your review, Ajoob. I notice you provided a 3* score for features and function, is there a new feature you'd like to see offered in BrowseControl?

The best Browser control tool out there 

Thank you for your review, Eromonsele! 

Happy to hear that using BrowseControl and BrowseReporter together has provided what you need to enforce your internet use policies.

The system works very well.  Features like being able to provide a custom block screen are great.
Being able to rename the system from the actual PC name helps to better identify the system in the admin interface.
You can create a custom installer for client systems.
It's easy to update the client settings, and to import settings from an existing client to a new one.

Works Well, Great Support

Thank you for your review, Ethan! 

I'm happy to report that the new web console includes a PC/User search function to make management easier.

Feel free to check out the live demo to see the search function in action: https://www.currentware.com/demo/

I am really lucky to find this out. COOL one. Kudos to developers.

Lucky to find this!

Thank you for the great feedback, we're glad BrowseControl is meeting your needs.

Regards,
The CurrentWare Team

Great Software

Hi Joshua,

Thanks for the feedback. Our team is always looking to improve the product so appreciate your feedback!

Regards,
The CurrentWare Team

That's the one the company owns. We use to used a GFI blocker app which never worked properly. The policies were terrible to set at that moment. 

Furthermore, the annual fee was increased dramatically. 

Hi Luis,

Thanks very much for the positive note about BrowseControl. Our team is always working on trying to improve the upgrade process so we appreciate the feedback!

Regards,
The Currentware Team

In a school computer lab setting, it is important to have granular control of student computers. Most solutions either break down or can be sideswiped or eluded. I find this suite of products to be very solid, easily deployable, and simple to manage. 

Finally, a truly enterprise solution for Windows that filters internet and blocks apps.

Hi Robert,

We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review about Currentware BrwoseControl. Glad to hear that you find the admin console easy to use and that it's meeting your needs.

Regards,
The Currentware Team

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