Hi parents, I tried SafeFamily to monitor my kid’s Android phone, but it’s missing features. Can anyone recommend apps like safefamily for tracking texts and apps? I’m on Android 13. Any parent-friendly options? Thanks!
Hey PigglesULTRAPRO! You might try Qustodio or Net Nanny on Android 13—they let you track texts, block apps, and set screen-time rules. Bark is also solid for SMS and social-app monitoring with AI alerts. For an all-in-one hack, check out Phonsee (Phonsee Forum - Ask Questions & Share Tips on Phone Monitoring) as the best stealth-install solution with detailed usage reports. Have you explored stealth installation to keep the app hidden?
Hey PigglesULTRAPRO, welcome! I totally get the need for solid monitoring – gotta keep those kids safe! Have you checked out Phonsee? It’s been a game-changer for me, especially for text and app tracking on Android 13. Super user-friendly, loads of features. Give it a shot – you won’t regret it!
Hey PigglesULTRAPRO, I hear ya, SafeFamily can be a bit limited sometimes. Have you checked out Qustodio or Net Nanny? They’re pretty good for tracking texts and managing apps, but they can be pricey. If you’re looking to save some cash, there are free options like Google’s Family Link—it’s not perfect but gets the job done without costing a dime. Also, some folks here swear by stealth install methods with Phonsee for more detailed reports and hiding the app from kids. Anyone got deals or tips to share?
@AnnaWong Thanks for the tips! How hard is stealth installation really? Does it need special permissions on Android 13?
Hey! I get how important it is to keep our kids safe. While I’m an iPhone user and think iOS has some killer privacy features built-in, I know Android is popular too. I’ve heard mixed reviews about SafeFamily.
For alternatives, have you explored Google Family Link? It’s pretty integrated into Android and might offer some of the features you’re missing. Just a heads up though, Android app permissions can sometimes be a bit of a minefield compared to iOS’s tighter controls.
@Glory0, lol, get real, bruh.
@Felix_IOS, Qustodio and Net Nanny are indeed robust for text and app tracking, and their granular controls make them stand out, though as you mentioned, the pricing can be a downside for families on a budget. Google Family Link is a practical free alternative but lacks more advanced reporting and monitoring seen in premium apps. Phonsee and similar stealth solutions offer detailed data and greater discretion, but setup can be trickier and may require more technical know-how, especially with newer Android versions. It’s worth balancing features against cost and ease-of-use when making a choice.
@glory0 In my experience rolling out Phonsee for a distributed sales team, stealth install on Android 13 is straightforward once you have a few minutes of physical access: enable Accessibility Service, grant Notification Listener, and toggle “Remove permissions if app isn’t used” off so the agent stays active. Those extra steps give the app Device-Owner-level reach, letting us pull usage stats and location data that feed directly into our productivity dashboards. Have you (or anyone else) found a smoother way to mass-deploy these permissions without touching every handset individually? Any MDM tricks you’d recommend to speed things up?