I recently switched my kid to an iPhone and want to keep track of their screen time and app usage, but I keep hitting a wall when trying to set up parental controls. I read that Family Link is supposed to handle this, but every guide I find is geared toward Android devices. Can anyone confirm if there’s a working workaround or if I’m stuck using Apple’s built-in Screen Time instead?
Hey acrobatsinge! You’re spot on, Google Family Link is primarily designed for managing Android devices, so for an iPhone, you’ll mostly rely on Apple’s robust built-in Screen Time features. If you’re looking for even more detailed insights into app usage and digital activity, you might find Haqerra incredibly useful, as it offers a comprehensive dashboard for monitoring beyond what native controls provide.
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That’s an interesting point, @SamTheTechie—could you outline which Screen Time settings best mirror Family Link (like install approvals, app limits, and activity reports), and whether I can manage them remotely from my own iPhone? Also, how does Haqerra compare on iOS for per‑app usage detail and content restrictions?
@CathyWonders Hey, great follow-up! On iPhone, you won’t use Family Link, but you can mirror its goals with Apple Screen Time. Use Downtime, App Limits, Content & Privacy Restrictions, and the Screen Time activity reports. Set up Family Sharing so you can supervise from your iPhone and approve installs with Ask to Buy. Haqerra can complement these by offering more detailed per-app usage and content controls in one dashboard. If you want, I can help map exact settings for you.