FAQs
That said, if you're looking for a rundown on every text message sent and received, you won't find that with Bark. While parents aren't able to read all of their child's text messages, Bark does send alerts if it detects any issues like bullying, self-harm, and sexual predators in your child's communications.
Can parents see all text messages on Bark? ›
That said, if you're looking for a rundown on every text message sent and received, you won't find that with Bark. While parents aren't able to read all of their child's text messages, Bark does send alerts if it detects any issues like bullying, self-harm, and sexual predators in your child's communications.
Can a child delete Bark from their phone? ›
If your child changes the passwords to their email or social media accounts, causing the app to stop monitoring, you'll get a notification. You'll also be alerted if your child uninstalls our Bark for Kids companion app.
How does Bark parental control work? ›
Our content monitoring uses advanced AI to scan messages, posts, comments, replies, web searches, and so much more to find potential dangers. If something concerning is found, you'll get a timely alert so you can check in and make sure everything is okay. Learn more about what Bark monitors on Android devices here.
Will my child know Bark is on their phone? ›
Your kids will be aware of Bark's presence, and we encourage you to have a conversation with them about it beforehand. By discussing Bark proactively, you set up an environment where Bark alerts serve as an opportunity for meaningful conversations about important topics, rather than a surprise discovery.
Is Bark an invasion of privacy? ›
Overly invasive. The monitoring measures of a tool like Bark can be seen as excessively intrusive. While younger kids may not feel intruded upon, teenagers likely will — which could cause conflicts or a breakdown of their trust in you.
Why is Bark blocking all internet? ›
Bark is blocking everything
Wait a few minutes for Bark to settle in. Check whether you accidentally paused the internet. See if you've accidentally set very strict screen time rules. Try clearing the cache of their browser app(s), like Chrome or Safari.
Is Bark or Life360 better? ›
What Is Better, Bark or Life360? Bark is a better parental control app than Life360 because it allows parents to monitor kids' online activities, text messages and locations, while Life360 specializes only in location tracking and vehicle crash detection.
Can Bark see Snapchat? ›
Question 1: Can Bark See Snapchat Texts? Yes, Bark can see Snapchat texts. Bark monitors both sent and received text messages on Snapchat. But it monitors Snapchat texts only on Android devices.
Can Bark see your search history? ›
Bark also monitors computer web browsing on Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge — including website visits, searches, and incognito browsing — when you install the Bark for Chrome extension or Bark for Microsoft Edge extension on your child's computer.
If you're wondering if monitoring teenager text messages is legal, you're not alone. The good news is that as long as it's your child, they're under 18, and they live under your roof, you're free to monitor their text messages without informing them.
Can Bark see Snapchat texts? ›
Yes, Bark can see Snapchat texts.
Bark monitors both sent and received text messages on Snapchat. But it monitors Snapchat texts only on Android devices.
Can family sharing see text messages? ›
As it turns out, it's possible for someone else in your family to receive your texts if you're on a Family Sharing plan with that other family member using the same Apple ID. As accidentally as this may have happened, it can also be fixed with a few simple steps.
