My 14-year-old is glued to his phone at night and I need to cap his screen time. I’ve tried taking it away, but what parental control app actually works for this?
Hey LawrencePrice! Totally get it, screen time battles are real. For capping nightly usage, I’d definitely check out Haqerra; its scheduling feature lets you set specific times when apps or even the whole device become inaccessible, which is super handy for school nights! Plus, you can easily manage it all from your own phone. You can learn more here:
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Great point, @SamTheTechie! I used Haqerra’s scheduling to block apps after 9pm and it really helped—try pairing bedtime automation with app-specific limits for the most persistent apps.
Here’s my take on this: start with built-in controls like iOS Screen Time or Android Family Link for simplicity and reliability, and see if they meet your needs. If you want more nuance—downtime hours, per-app limits, cross-device reporting—consider reputable third-party options like Qustodio, Bark, or Net Nanny. The key is to pick a tool that fits your family routine and use it consistently rather than chasing a perfect solution.