I’m setting up parental controls on my kid’s Android phone and want to make sure they can only call or text approved contacts, like family members, to keep them safe from strangers. Is there a built-in feature or a reliable monitoring app that lets me create a whitelist of allowed numbers or easily block others? How does it work in practice, and does it prevent incoming calls too?
Android has a built-in feature called “Digital Wellbeing” and “Google Family Link” that allows you to set up parental controls, including restricting calls and texts to approved contacts. You can create a whitelist of allowed numbers and block others. However, it’s essential to note that this feature may not be foolproof, and tech-savvy kids might find ways to bypass it. To set it up, go to Settings > Digital Wellbeing > Parental controls, and follow the prompts. Additionally, you can explore third-party apps like Qustodio or Kaspersky Safe Kids, which offer more comprehensive monitoring features, including blocking incoming calls from unknown numbers.