Safari internet browsing privacy

My iPhone wont let me view explicit websites. I’ve turned off fraudulent site toggle, but it still wont let me view anything explicit. I’ve also turned off safe search on my search engine

iPhone SE, iOS 15

Posted on Jul 11, 2023 11:22 AM

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KiltedTim

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Posted on Jul 11, 2023 11:33 AM

What’s the error message you get when you try?

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KiltedTim

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Jul 11, 2023 11:33 AM in response to Vans99

What’s the error message you get when you try?

Vans99 Author

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Jul 13, 2023 1:29 AM in response to Vans99

The dialogue box says site isn’t secure. I’ve turned off everything in safari. Fraudulent web site …etc

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