Iphone - Browser blockage / Restrictions on certain websites

If you feel an unauthorized person/app is remotely using, controlling or monitoring your device, then that is possible only if you have done one or more of the following Don'ts...

1. Don't hand over an iPhone to kids or to a stranger without Enabling Guided Access
2. Don't share Apple IDs
3. Don't Jailbreak
4. Don't share sensitive information pertaining to your device
5. Don't give in to Phishing
6. Don't plug in your device in Airports and Public places through third-party cables and trust the device. Beware of Juice Jacking. (Especially in India)
7. Don't leave your iPhone unlocked and unattended in public places like offices, schools, malls, etc.

If one of the above is true then quickly change the Apple ID Password and Return iPhone settings to their defaults.

Erase your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch and restore it to factory settings

1. Go to Settings > General > Reset, then tap Erase All Content and Settings.
2. Enter your passcode or Apple ID password.
3. Wait for all content to be safely removed from your device.

How to erase all content and settings - Apple Support (IN)

Do not restore from a backup becuase the restrictions will be back after you restore

Fallen_Angel777 wrote:

Hello,

after the latest software update (16.5.1),

Updating iOS on your iPhone should not change your personal details. iOS updates primarily focus on improving system performance, introducing new features, fixing bugs, and enhancing security. They are designed to preserve your personal data, settings, and information intact.

During an iOS update, your device's operating system is upgraded, but your personal data, such as contacts, photos, messages, and other information, should remain unchanged. However, it's always a good practice to perform a backup of your device before any major update to ensure that your data is safely stored.

It's important to note that while an iOS update itself should not alter personal details, it's possible that certain features or settings may be adjusted or improved with the update. In such cases, you may need to review and adjust specific settings to match your preferences after the update.

Always make sure to read and understand the update details provided by Apple before proceeding with an iOS update, and follow best practices such as backing up your device to minimize any potential risks or complications.

If the issues you mentioned are indeed caused by iOS, it's likely that numerous users who have upgraded to iOS 16.4.1 (a) or 16.5 or 16.5.1 are experiencing similar problems. However, in order for the community on this forum to provide helpful responses, it would be beneficial for you to specify the nature of the issue you are encountering. Without this information, it may be difficult for others to address your concern effectively.

With the limited information that you have provided, It is hard to even guess the problems faced by you. 

You may get faster and better responses to your query by --> Writing an effective Apple Support Commun… - Apple ...

Please re-post with detail so that someone else can help.

That’s very easy to check. Log in to https://appleid.apple.com and it will list all of the devices that have access to your Apple ID. Or see→See who has access to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

This GIF below will depict how to set Screen Time Restrictions for your Child's Device

1. Add your Child as a Family Member
2. Then Start Screen Time on your Device.
3. Now watch the GIF below

Settings > Screen Time > Content and Privacy Restrictions > Content Restrictions > Web Content > Limit Adult Website [Tick]

Under Never allow

Add Websites.

Watch the GIF below

Are you using VPN? That can cause the symptoms you see. And even if it worked before updating, updates frequently “break” VPN because a VPN profile is customized for the specific iOS version.