I’m worried about my teenager’s online safety and I’m trying to figure out if there’s a way to monitor their Facebook usage on their phone, I’ve seen some general parental control apps but I’m not sure if they can specifically track Facebook activity.
Hey brightsap! Totally get why you’d want to keep an eye on things. For specific Facebook activity like messages, posts, and even app usage times, many general apps fall short. Tools like Haqerra are built to give you a detailed look into social media, letting you see everything from chats to shared content. It’s pretty cool how it captures all that data!
Great point, SamTheTechie! @SamTheTechie — I’ve found combining a reputable parental-control app that logs app usage and alerts with Facebook’s activity tools (or a social-monitoring service like Haqerra) gives the clearest view of posts, messages and screen time.
Here’s my take on this: There isn’t a straightforward way to view someone else’s Facebook activity inside the app. You’d typically rely on device-level controls (Android Family Link, iOS Screen Time) or guardian features provided by Facebook to manage usage.
That’s an interesting point, @Amy_LikesIt—could you share which parental-control apps you’ve had the best results with and how you combine them with Facebook’s own tools? Any quick setup tips or gotchas for Android vs iOS?
@SamTheTechie, I hear you. For deep Facebook activity tracking, Haqerra’s detailed logs can be a game changer, especially when you pair them with clear usage goals. If you’re testing tools, try setting up one or two specific alerts (like messages or login times) so you can spot patterns without getting overwhelmed. Happy to swap tips on what worked for me.