Eyes wide open
For parents their child's safety is everything whilst browsing the web. Qustodio is a program that lets you monitor their activities secretly.
Always alert
Qustodio is a parental control application that is easy to configure. It helps you keep an eye on your child while they surf the internet.
It isn't easy to ensure that your child is safe when they go online. The only strategy that comes to mind is standing directly behind them as they browse. That’s not really a choice, and it's unreliable to check browser history, which can easily get deleted. With Qustodio you can monitor what your child does and which websites they visit.
One of the best features of Qustodio is that it's invisible to whichever profile you're monitoring. This is important as the trust between you and your child could be broken if they discover the program.
Another great feature is that you can use it on many platforms. It runs on both Mac and Windows as well as Android, IOS, and Kindle devices. However, the free version will limit monitoring to only one device
By using Qustodio, you'll be able to monitor many things including who your kids are talking to, their time spent online, and which websites they visit. You're also able to block certain pages, set time limits on the internet usage, and receive in-depth reports.
But, beware when your child uses any other social media than Facebook since that's the only form of social media that Qustodio can monitor. This means your child could potentially be at risk when visiting any other site with a friend list.
Where can you run this program?
Qustodio is available for devices running Android, iOS, Windows 7-10, Kindle or Mac OS X 10.9.
Is there a better alternative?
No. This is the best application available for monitoring your child and keeping them safe online. Family Shield is a great alternative if all you want to do is block adult websites.
Our take
Qustodio is a great app for keeping your kids out of trouble, and you may want to keep it a secret depending on their age. It’s easy to use and gets the job done.
Should you download it?
Yes. If you’re looking to keep your children safe while they surf the internet, this is an excellent pick.
