Monitoring children’s social media activity helps parents protect their kids from online predators, cyberbullying, and exposure to inappropriate content. It allows parents to guide their children’s digital footprint and ensure they are using social media responsibly and safely.
The are a number of tools parents can use to monitor their children’s social media and online activity
Apple (iPhone/iPad)
- Leave or Mute a Group Text on iPhone – Official Apple guide for managing iMessage groups.
- Block, Filter, and Report Messages – Comprehensive instructions for handling unwanted texts and spam.
- Set Up Parental Controls (Screen Time) – How to manage app usage, content restrictions, and privacy on your child’s device.
Android (Google Messages)
- Leave or Manage a Group Chat – Step-by-step instructions for Google Messages users.
- Block & Report Spam in Messages – How to stop receiving messages from specific individuals or group threads.
- Google Family Link Guide – The main hub for setting digital ground rules and supervising your child’s Android device.
TikTok Safety
- TikTok Family Pairing Overview – Detailed breakdown of every feature available to parents.
- TikTok Guardian’s Guide – A complete resource for parents to understand the app’s safety philosophy and tools.
- TikTok Content Preferences – Information on enabling Restricted Mode and setting up keyword filters.
Instagram Teen Accounts:
Instagram has launched teen accounts in order to protect young adults.