Parents want nothing more than to protect their kids and keep them safe – both in real life and in the online world. The best parental control apps for iOS and Android make it easy for you to know how your children are spending their time online. In addition to showing you what they do on their phones and tablets, many parental control apps come with Windows and Mac software for their computers as well.
We spent dozens of hours testing the apps below, installing and uninstalling them on multiple phones, testing all the features including locating tracking, texting and messaging management, filtering tools and app and time management. We compared prices, noted how easy it was to install and uninstall each app and what devices each app would cover, and thought about the level of controls provided.
Overall, we feel that Net Nanny is a great choice for most families: It has an intuitive, clean interface, is available for iOS and Android devices, and has a full set of features including location tracking and history, web filtering and it can block apps on your child’s phone. You can create your own filters, set time allowances and schedules, and can even screen content within apps.
If you’re looking for something a little less pricey, we liked Kaspersky Safe Kids which has a full set of features for both the free and paid tiers; those who want support for Amazon Fire tablets or Chromebooks should check out the popular Qustodio app. Our pick for those who are trying to support many devices in a household is Norton Family, while iOS dedicated users should opt for OurPact, and Android users will want to check out Google Family Link.
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