DeriveIt's Web Content Filter for Windows

By DeriveIt
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Download.com staffSeptember 2, 2015

DeriveIt's is a simple but effective parental filtering application only for Internet Explorer. With a customizable white list and blacklist, password controls, and a tiny footprint, the 60-day trial is a generous amount of time to give the app a chance.

The category filters run the gamut from gambling to pornography, but can also be configured to games or just about any other genre you might want to block. Although the white list allows for legitimate sites to go through, DeriveIt's is aggressive enough to block Google searches for banned topics. Occasionally, we noticed a bit of lag time, when a banned site began to load before the "blocked" message loaded in its stead. Its not inconceivable that some banned content could be seen during the 5- or 10-second interim.

The interface is very unobtrusive, but only accessible from within the Tools menu. Simply laid out, with no bells or whistles, it's easy if not engaging to change program settings. We'd like to see support for Firefox and Opera in future editions, but DeriveIt's is an effective piece of parental controlware.

DeriveIt's Web Content Filter for Windows

By DeriveIt
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GENERAL

Release: December 12, 2006

Latest update: September 2, 2015

Version: 2.1.1

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows ME
Windows 95
Windows NT
Windows 10
Windows 98

Additional Requirements: Windows (all)

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Total Downloads: 14,848

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3.7/5

9 User Votes

can not stop popups, banners.
vkvashisthaJuly 14, 2007
Pros
Upto now, I have observed, it only stop those sites which are 100% porn. But as many other sites, which are not porn, but still in some cases, porn banners we usually observes. can't be stop by "web content filter". <p>Usually it's good, except above mention problem.
Cons
Summary
Just not quick enough.
BigChris7734January 24, 2007
Pros
Functions like an IE plugin...accessible via "Tools"
Cons
The speed in which it flags sites is too variable...some sites are blocked right away, others load almost their entire front page's content before it's stopped. Even then, the browser doesn't switch over to the "Blocked Page" message until after you move the box prompting for a P/WÃ¢Â€?leaving the front pageÃ¢Â€Â™s content there to view for whomever it is that tried to access the site in the first place.
Summary
Could not get program to run
mmmartieOctober 31, 2006
Pros
Cons
I tried installing the program several times. I don't know what the problem was but I could not find a way to access the program to do anything, including getting it to run - & yes I did exit all IE programs and then opened them again. Nothing. Nothing to click on in the program folder. I really wanted to try this program so am very disappointed.
Summary
** Editors Please review ** Best S/W for the money
Rickee_rMarch 17, 2006
Pros
Does not bog down internet speed due to different filter methodology. Very small program (takes virtually no resources and very little hard drive space). New 1.2 Version now has whitelist to allow legit sites to pass through. Excellent Technical Support.
Cons
Some categories still need tweaking in filtering. Would like to have user defined filters for customized categories.
Summary
What's the password?
nkirbyNovember 15, 2005
Pros
Cons
I did not receive a password so that I can change the settings. I still can access smut on my computer
Summary
Wow, astonishing ...
XRXSWATJune 11, 2005
Pros
My stepson turns 13 next month and you know how kids' curiosity at that age <p>can begin to present a challenge... I'd been searching several weeks for a <p>good web content filter. I installed and uninstalled a handful of trial <p>versions. Netnanny failed miserably at blocking sites, Cybersitter overblocked sites for no apparent reason (msn.com?) or Norton Internet Security Suite 2005 which did a very good job filtering content but slowed the pc down to a crawl as well as prevented my wireless adapter from establishing communication with the router. Frustration was beginning to mount until I installed this product and I can't tell you enough how impressed I am, not only with the excellent filtering, but with the lack of any slowdowns on the PC. If you just need a good solid "set-it and forget it" filter on your kids PC this one is well worth trying (and in my case buying).
Cons
None yet.
Summary
Simple with unique approach
lonelycloudMarch 19, 2005
Pros
Simply and easy to use product. Simply install it and let it do its job. <p> <p>I like the fact that there is no blacklists to maintain, and I found the accuracy very good. <p> <p>I also found the product support to be very responsive.
Cons
Summary
Wish it also worked with Firefox
January 18, 2005
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Its awesome!
November 23, 2004
Pros
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Summary
This is a simple software that pretty much gets the work done! From my testing, it has a quick and painless installation, and does everything it claims to be. It keeps my co-workers protected from inappropriate content, and it is definately is a must for those who are looking for a hassle-free solution to keep the employees or family members safe..

Developer’s Description

Filter out porn and gambling sites from your Internet surfing.

Each category filter is created by applying machine learning techniques such as Bayesian text classification, as well as, probability and statistics. These methods allow for real-time content analysis, thus creating truly dynamic category filters. The program supports the optional filtering of pornography, gambling, weapons, tobacco, cigarettes, and adult content. It includes a password override capability. Supports IE only. Version 2.1.1 added new filter category and improved the UI.