Bark is trusted by millions of families worldwide—protecting over 7.2 million kids and detecting millions of serious situations, including 4.2 million self-harm signals and 6.9 million bullying incidents. These numbers highlight Bark’s impact as one of the most widely used parental control tools available.

Unlike many other solutions, Bark doesn’t just block apps or websites. It monitors texts, emails, searches, and over 30 social media platforms, sending parents smart alerts when potential risks appear.

Comprehensive Monitoring

• Texts, emails, YouTube, websites, and 30+ apps.

AI-Powered Alerts

• Detects bullying, depression, self-harm, drugs, predators, and more.

Location Tracking

• Real-time alerts and check-ins for peace of mind.

Cross-Device Support

• Unlimited installs across phones, tablets, and computers.

Privacy-First Approach

• Parents only see alerts, not all conversations.

Bark offers two subscription tiers:

Bark Jr.: At $5/month -Screen time management -Website blocking -Location check-ins

Bark Premium: For $14/month or $99/year -All Bark Jr. features -Advanced content monitoring (texts, social media, email) -AI-powered alerts

➡️ Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

• Best Overall Parental Control App: SafeWise Kids Safety Awards
• Top Pick for Social Media Monitoring: Lifewire
• Featured by TechRadar as one of the best apps for detecting online dangers

What Parents Are Saying

“Ultimately, we went with Bark and it's been great for our family. Parental Controls are next level sophisticated!” – Reddit user

“A Minecraft video flagged as violence—it’s frustrating when alerts are too broad.” – Reddit user

Does Bark work on iOS?

Yes, but with some limitations. Monitoring on iOS is less comprehensive than on Android.

Can I set time limits for specific apps?

Not yet—Bark offers daily screen time schedules, but no per-app time controls.

Is there a free version?

No, but Bark offers a 7-day free trial on both plans.