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How can I block an apps ability to access the internet? Most have some type of built-in browser for posting on FB or Twitter that still works with safari disabled

I’m attempting to secure an iphone through the use of a parental control browser and limiting the ability of the apps to freely access the internet. The problem I keep running into is that most applications have some type of built-in browser (they can access internet even with safari deleted) that allows access to fb and other sites for the sake of promoting their products, but once you are on these 3rd party sites you pretty much have free reign through the apps unrestricted browser. For example: I have been able to use a bible app to gain full access to a **** website with a few clicks. Is there a way to keep an app from accessing the internet through this “back door” and can you do this without affecting the functionality of the apps intended purpose?

iPhone 4, iOS 5.0.1

Posted on Mar 9, 2012 12:46 PM

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How can I block an apps ability to access the internet? Most have some type of built-in browser for posting on FB or Twitter that still works with safari disabled

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