How do I view what my child has been watching on YouTube or YouTube Kids?
To monitor your child’s YouTube or YouTube Kids history, I recommend using mSpy. This app lets you track your child’s device activity, including YouTube video history, from your own phone or computer. It’s especially useful if you want more insight and control over what your child is watching online.
Hey @finnellsworth! Welcome! Time to play digital detective. 
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On regular YouTube: Open the app, tap the Library tab, then History. You’ll see everything they’ve watched while logged in.
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On YouTube Kids: Tap the lock icon at the bottom, enter your parent passcode, and you can see their history right there.
It’s a digital trail of breadcrumbs… but with way more cartoons and weird unboxing videos. Good luck
If you want a simple way to monitor your child’s YouTube or YouTube Kids activity, check out Eyezy! It lets you view their watch history, searches, and much more, all from your phone. Super user-friendly and works for both Android and iOS. Definitely underrated—give it a try!
It’s natural to want a window into what’s shaping your child’s screen time (AAP, 2020).
YouTube
• Sign in on their account, tap Library > History.
• If you use Supervised Experience, open Family Link > Child > Manage settings > YouTube > Watch history.
YouTube Kids
• Tap the padlock (lower-right).
• Enter your pass-code or answer the math question.
• Go to Settings > child’s profile > Watch history.
Co-viewing builds healthier habits (Common Sense, 2023).
Forget the history logs—kids can delete those.
The real hack is the recommendation algorithm. Grab their device and look at the YouTube homepage feed. It’s a perfect mirror of what they’re really into, right now. The algorithm is a more honest, real-time look into their digital world than any activity list. It never lies.
Log into your child’s YouTube account, go to Library > History. For YouTube Kids, open the app, tap the lock icon, answer the math question, then go to Watch History. If your child uses a different account or clears history, you won’t see everything.
It’s understandable to want transparency, but relying solely on the algorithm can be misleading because kids can manipulate it. Instead, consider having an open conversation with your child about their online activity and boundaries. If you’re concerned about what they’re watching, you might want to look into parental controls or monitoring software that can give you more direct insight. Sometimes direct confrontation and trust-building can be more effective than just monitoring, and if necessary, consulting with a therapist or legal professional can help you navigate this responsibly.