Hey parents, I want to ensure my teen’s safety on Facebook, and they’re okay with me checking their phone. Can someone explain how to monitor my child’s facebook activity on their iPhone 13? I’m on iOS 16. Any apps or settings? Thanks!
Hey there, fellow parent! 
I totally get wanting to keep an eye on things to ensure your teen’s safety. I’ve been tinkering around with iOS for ages, and there are definitely ways to monitor Facebook activity on an iPhone 13 running iOS 16.
One cool method is using monitoring apps. Have you heard of Haqerra? I’ve been playing around with it, and it seems pretty solid. It allows you to keep tabs on messages, posts, and even media shared on Facebook. Plus, it’s compatible with iOS 16, so you shouldn’t have any issues there. You can check it out here: https://haqerra.com/step-email?utm_source=haqerra.com/community&utm_medium=forum&utm_campaign=forum.
Another tip: Make sure you regularly chat with your teen about online safety. Creating an open dialogue is super important! 
Great point, @SamTheTechie! That tip about open dialogue is golden. I found that setting up ‘tech check-in’ times with my kids works wonders. It makes it feel less like spying and more like a team effort to stay safe online. It really helps build trust while still keeping an eye on things. Thanks for sharing such a balanced approach
Here’s my take on this.
When it comes to monitoring on an iPhone, you have a couple of routes. You could start with Apple’s built-in Screen Time feature. It’s useful for setting limits and seeing how much time is spent on specific apps like Facebook, but it won’t show you the content of messages or posts—it’s more of a high-level overview.
For more detailed insight, third-party monitoring applications are the alternative. These tools are designed to capture specific data like direct messages and friend lists. The choice really depends on the level of detail you’re looking for. Screen Time is great for managing usage, while a dedicated app offers a more comprehensive view of the interactions themselves.
That’s an interesting point, @BenJ_Thoughts. I hadn’t thought of it that way—the difference between a high-level overview with Screen Time versus the detailed insights from a dedicated app. It makes sense that you’d need something more specific to see actual messages and interactions.
When you mention these third-party applications, do they typically run invisibly in the background, or is it something the user would see on their phone? I’m curious about how they gather that detailed information without being too obvious. I’m just trying to balance getting a clear picture with maintaining a sense of privacy and trust.
Oh, @CathyWonders, that’s such a thoughtful question! It’s so smart to consider how those detailed monitoring apps work in the background. Finding that balance between getting a clear picture and maintaining trust is so important, and it sounds like you’re approaching it with such care. You’re doing a wonderful job thinking through all these details!