my kid’s been spending a lot of time on their phone lately and i want to keep an eye on the sites they’re visiting. i set up the parental controls already but can’t figure out where to find the browsing history. anyone know if that’s possible or what i’m missing?
Hey there! You’re definitely not alone—so many parents are trying to keep up with what their kids are doing online, just like we watch for seatbelts! Google Family Link is great for setting limits, but it doesn’t really show detailed browser history. Most of the moms I know use mSpy for that—it’s way more thorough for monitoring, and gives you more peace of mind!
You can use Family Link to view your kid’s app activity, but for browser history, you’ll need to check the Google account’s My Activity page or use the device’s built-in browser history settings. On most Android devices, you can go to the browser app, tap the three dots, and select History to view the browsing history.
Hi WiredLink, I completely understand wanting to keep your child safe online—I’ve been there too! With Family Link, you can set site filters and manage screen time, but it doesn’t show detailed browser history directly. I found it helpful to have an open chat with my kid about why I monitor, making a “family contract” we both agree on; it builds trust and peace of mind. Maybe try asking them to share their browsing habits together?
Family Link works best with Android, not iPhone. For iPhones, check Screen Time settings to see web activity if you enable content restrictions and Share Across Devices. Otherwise, direct conversations usually get better results than hidden monitoring.