# How to change content control settings on vodafone broadband: a step by step guide

> Change Vodafone Broadband content control settings using the slider on My Vodafone online in 2026. Step by step guide to adjust Safe, Standard or Custom levels.

**Published:** 2026-05-10
**Updated:** 2026-05-10
**Category:** HOW_TO_TELCO
**Author:** Recharge Vodafone editorial team
**Canonical URL:** https://rechargevodafone.co.uk/how-to-change-content-control-settings-on-vodafone-broadband/

## Key takeaways

- Vodafone Broadband requires you to choose a content control setting during initial setup using a slider interface on their official setup page.
- You can select from multiple content control levels including 'Safe' and 'Super Safe' options to filter online content according to your preferences.
- After initial setup, you can change your content control settings at any time by logging into My Vodafone online without contacting customer support.
- To disable content controls completely, you need to log into your Vodafone broadband account and turn off both 'Content Control' and 'Safe Sites' settings.

## Article

<p>You can change your Vodafone Broadband content control settings at any time, either during the initial setup process or afterwards through My Vodafone online. The setup page uses a slider to select your preferred level, and Vodafone confirms that changes can be made whenever you need them. One thing to keep in mind: do not turn off or reset your router while the settings are being applied.</p>

<h2>What are Vodafone Broadband content controls?</h2>

<p>When you first set up Vodafone Broadband, you are required to choose a content control setting before your connection is fully active. This is a network-level filter, meaning it applies to all devices connected to your broadband, not just one phone or laptop. One of the named levels is 'Safe', which blocks categories such as adult and gambling content. There are also other levels available, including options that leave filtering off entirely.</p>

<p>Because the filter sits at the network level, it works regardless of which device or browser someone in your household uses. That makes it a practical option for families, though it also means you need to actively choose a setting even if you want no filtering at all.</p>

<h2>How do I choose content controls during initial broadband setup?</h2>

<p>When you first activate your Vodafone Broadband, you will be directed to the content control setup page. Vodafone's own guidance puts it plainly: "To complete your broadband setup, move the slider to choose the content control setting you want, then click 'Apply content control settings'." The page lives at <code>vodafone.co.uk/contentcontrolpage/vfb-force-choice-page.html</code> if you need to reach it directly.</p>

<p>Move the slider to your chosen level, then click the apply button. Wait for the confirmation screen before doing anything else with your router.</p>

<h2>How do I change content control settings after setup?</h2>

<p>Log in to My Vodafone online at <code>vodafone.co.uk</code>. From your account dashboard, go to the broadband section and look for content control settings. From there you can move between levels or switch filtering off.</p>

<p>If you want to disable filtering entirely, you need to turn off both 'Content Control' and 'Safe Sites' within your account settings. Turning off only one of the two may leave some filtering active, which catches people out.</p>

<h2>Can I set content controls to 'Super Safe' for younger children?</h2>

<p>Yes. Vodafone offers a higher filtering level beyond 'Safe'. Some users, including those in the r/Vodafone community on Reddit, have reported setting this to 'Super Safe' after switching to Vodafone Broadband, which applies stricter restrictions across the whole network. The slider on the setup or account page lets you select this level in the same way as any other.</p>

<h2>What should I avoid doing while changes are being applied?</h2>

<p>Vodafone specifically advises against turning off or resetting your router while content control settings are being saved. The changes are applied at the network level, not just locally, so interrupting the process mid-way can leave your settings in an inconsistent state. Wait for the confirmation page before you do anything else.</p>

<h2>What if the content control page will not load?</h2>

<p>If the setup page at <code>vodafone.co.uk/contentcontrolpage/vfb-force-choice-page.html</code> fails to load, try accessing it from a device connected directly to your Vodafone router rather than over Wi-Fi. If the page still does not respond, log in to My Vodafone online and manage the settings from your account dashboard instead. Vodafone customer support on 191 can also walk you through it if both routes fail.</p>

## Quotations

> To complete your broadband setup, move the slider to choose the content control setting you want, then click 'Apply content control settings'.
> — Vodafone (official setup page, Vodafone UK) (https://www.vodafone.co.uk/contentcontrolpage/vfb-force-choice-page.html)

## Frequently asked questions

### how do I change Vodafone broadband content control settings

You can change your content control settings at any time through My Vodafone online after initial setup. During setup, use the slider on Vodafone's content control page to select your preferred level, then click 'Apply content control settings'. Do not turn off or reset your router while the settings are being applied.

### can I disable Vodafone broadband content controls completely

Yes, you can disable content controls entirely by logging into your Vodafone broadband account and disabling both 'Content Control' and 'Safe Sites'. This removes network-level filtering from all devices connected to your broadband.

### what does Vodafone Safe content control block

The 'Safe' content control level blocks categories including adult content and gambling sites. It applies to all devices connected to your broadband, not just individual phones or laptops.

### do I have to choose content controls when setting up Vodafone Broadband

Yes, Vodafone requires you to choose a content control setting as part of the initial broadband setup process before your connection is fully active. You can select any level, including options with no filtering at all.

### when can I change my Vodafone content control settings

You can change your content control settings at any time, either during the initial setup process or afterwards through My Vodafone online. There is no restriction on how often you adjust your chosen level.

## Sources

1. [Vodafone Broadband setup - Content controls](https://www.vodafone.co.uk/contentcontrolpage/vfb-force-choice-page.html) (www.vodafone.co.uk)
2. [Vodafone Broadband setup - Confirm](https://www.vodafone.co.uk/contentcontrolpage/confirm.html?level=Safe) (www.vodafone.co.uk)
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