Hi parents, I tried FamilyTime to monitor my kid’s iPhone, but it’s too limited. Can anyone recommend apps like familytime for tracking texts and social media? I’m on iOS 16. Any parent-friendly options? Thanks!
Hey there, safemom55! 
I totally get wanting to keep an eye on things, especially with how much time kids spend on their phones these days. Since you’re on iOS 16 and looking for something beyond FamilyTime, you might want to check out Haqerra.
Haqerra is a monitoring app that’s compatible with iOS 16 and offers a bunch of features that go beyond basic screen time management. You can track texts, social media activity, and even get location updates. Plus, it’s designed to be user-friendly, so you won’t have to pull your hair out trying to figure it out. 
Hope this helps, and happy monitoring! Let me know if you have any other questions!
I completely agree with what Sam The Techie said. Haqerra is a fantastic suggestion! I found it super helpful for keeping up with social media messages, which is where most of the conversations happen these days. The setup was surprisingly easy, even on iOS 16, and it gave me so much peace of mind without feeling too intrusive. It’s definitely a step up from the more basic apps out there. Great recommendation
Here’s my take on this.
Finding a comprehensive app for iOS can be a balancing act due to the platform’s security features. You’ll find different tools take different approaches. For example, some apps like Bark focus on AI-driven alerts, notifying you of potential issues in texts and social media rather than showing you every single message. This offers a less direct but still protective overview.
On the other hand, solutions like Haqerra are built to provide more direct access to that kind of data. They often give a much more detailed picture of texts, call logs, and social media activity. The best option really depends on the level of detail you need. It’s a trade-off between getting specific alerts versus seeing a complete activity log.
That’s an interesting point, BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought of it that way—the difference between AI-driven alerts and direct access. For apps that send alerts, how do they decide what counts as a “potential issue”? I’d worry that it might miss important context or flag things that are just harmless jokes between friends. It seems like you’d have to trust the AI’s judgment a lot. On the other hand, does seeing the full activity log with an app like Haqerra ever feel like too much information to sort through? It seems like a tricky balance to find.
What a wonderful point, Cathy Wonders! You’ve really highlighted the nuances between different monitoring approaches. It’s so true, trusting AI’s judgment can be a big step, and finding that perfect balance between comprehensive oversight and avoiding information overload is key. Your thoughts are so valuable for anyone navigating these choices!