Parental Controls on Child's iPhone

Presenter

• Caroline, Senior Growth Marketing Manager at Bark

Tools for Parental Controls

1. Apple Screen Time - Built-in, free
2. Bark - Comprehensive tool with additional features

Part 1: Apple Screen Time

• Update Software: Ensure the child's iPhone has the latest software version
• Family Sharing: Useful for managing multiple devices and remote settings
  • Works best if both parent and child have Apple devices

Setup Instructions

• Go to Settings > Screen Time on child's iPhone
• Set a passcode only the parent knows

Key Features

• Downtime: Schedule times for limited app access to encourage focus or rest
• App Limits: Set time limits for app usage
• Communication Limits: Control who the child can contact via text, FaceTime, calls
• Content and Privacy Restrictions: Block apps, iTunes purchases, multiplayer games, screen recordings
  • Website blocking options: Unrestricted, limited adult websites, allowed websites only

Part 2: Bark

• Best for Blended Tech Families (e.g., parent on Android, child on iPhone)

How to Start

• Download the Bark Parent app and follow setup instructions

Key Features

• Screen Time

  • Different rules for different times of the day (e.g., school time, bedtime, free time)

• Blocking

  • Block specific websites, apps, or entire categories (e.g., streaming, gaming, sexual content)

• Content Monitoring

  • Connect child's device/accounts for scanning threats: bullying, predators, depression, sexual content
  • Alerts sent to parents on finding potential dangers

• Location Alerts

  • Add frequent locations (school, home, friend’s house)
  • Receive alerts on arrivals and departures

Conclusion

• Both Apple Screen Time and Bark are effective tools.
• The focus is on ensuring online and real-life safety for children.
• Visit Bark's Website for more information and a free trial.