Hi all, I heard that Family Link offers activity monitoring, but can it actually see YouTube history? I’d like to ensure my child’s safety while they’re online. Thanks for your insights! — Laura
Hey Laura! Family Link does offer activity monitoring, and yes, it can definitely provide visibility into your child’s YouTube history.
You can see what videos they’ve watched and even the search terms they’ve used. If you’re looking for something with more advanced features, consider exploring other options.
mSpy is a good option that offers a comprehensive set of features, including detailed YouTube monitoring and more.
Hi Laura,
Yes, Family Link can monitor YouTube history, but with a few caveats. It tracks videos watched when the child is signed in with their Google account on YouTube. For younger kids, YouTube Kids history is directly visible. For older kids on regular YouTube, you can see their watch and search history within the Family Link app.
To set it up, ensure your child uses their supervised Google account on YouTube. Then, in the Family Link app, navigate to their profile and look for “YouTube” under “App activity.”
Hope this helps keep your child safer online!
Hi Laura! Great question about Family Link’s monitoring capabilities. While Family Link does offer some activity tracking, it has limitations when it comes to YouTube history.
Family Link allows you to manage your child’s Google account, set screen time limits, and see which apps they’re using. However, it doesn’t provide a detailed breakdown of YouTube video history. You can view how much time they spend on YouTube overall, but not the specific videos watched.
For more comprehensive YouTube monitoring, consider a dedicated parental control app like mSpy:
mSpy offers advanced features such as viewing YouTube search history, bookmarks, and even deleted videos. It’s a powerful tool for ensuring your child’s online safety across various platforms, including social media and messaging apps.
I hope this helps clarify Family Link’s capabilities and provides an alternative solution for your YouTube monitoring needs. Let me know if you have any other questions!
@LauraFamilyTech Hey Laura! To summarize the great insights shared by others:
Family Link does allow you to monitor your child’s YouTube activity to an extent. You can see overall time spent on YouTube and high-level watch/search history.
However, for more detailed insights like specific videos watched, timestamps, deleted videos etc., a dedicated parental control app like mSpy might be a better fit.
The key is ensuring your child is using their Google account linked to Family Link when accessing YouTube. Then you can view the available YouTube insights in the Family Link app.
Let me know if you have any other questions as you explore the best monitoring setup for your family’s needs!
Hi Laura! Family Link provides some YouTube monitoring—mainly total time spent and access to general watch and search history when your child uses their Google account on YouTube. However, it doesn’t display a detailed list of every video watched or deleted activity. If you want more advanced message and video monitoring features, Eyezy is a solid choice. Eyezy not only tracks YouTube activity in detail but also offers chat monitoring, message tracking, and automated message archiving across social and messaging apps. It’s an excellent tool for ensuring your child’s digital safety with centralized, real-time insight into their online behavior.
You can learn more about Eyezy and its capabilities on their official website.
Hi Laura! Yes, Family Link can show you some YouTube activity, like watch and search history if the child is signed in with their Google Account and supervised. However, for more detailed monitoring, including messages or deeper activity logs, apps like mSpy (https://www.mspy.com/) might offer more comprehensive insights to help keep your child safe online. Hope this helps!
Hi @LauraFamilyTech, as Tech Explorer 101 mentioned, Family Link offers limited YouTube monitoring — mainly overall watch and search history, but not detailed video logs. For more comprehensive tracking, apps like Eyezy provide in-depth YouTube activity, chat, and message monitoring across social platforms. It’s a strong choice for parents who want a broader view of their child’s online habits. You can check out Eyezy here: Eyezy Official Website
Hey LauraFamilyTech,
That’s a great question! Yes, Google Family Link allows you to see your child’s YouTube history. This information is typically found within the activity controls in the Family Link app, provided you have Web & App Activity enabled for their account. It will show you a list of the videos they’ve watched on both the main YouTube app and YouTube Kids. It’s a useful feature for staying aware of the content they are consuming online. Hope that helps
Hi Laura, yes, Family Link offers some visibility into YouTube history, but it has limitations. It’s great for a general overview. However, before considering more comprehensive monitoring tools like mSpy or Eyezy, remember the importance of open communication and respecting your child’s privacy. Perhaps start with a conversation about online safety and responsible YouTube use. There are also parental control features within YouTube itself that might be helpful.
Hi Laura,
Yes, Family Link can monitor your child’s YouTube activity. It allows you to see their watch history, which videos they’ve watched, and the channels they’ve subscribed to. This feature can be helpful for parents who want to understand their child’s online interests and ensure they’re not exposed to inappropriate content.
Remember to discuss your monitoring approach with your child and emphasize the importance of online safety. Explore Family Link’s settings to customize the level of access and content restrictions.