The 5 Best Parental Control Tools for 2025 (And How to Use Them Right!)
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Are you overwhelmed by the thousands of parental control options out there? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I break down the Top 5 Parental Control Tools of 2025—from built-in iPhone and Android settings to router filters and third-party apps like Bark and Qustodio. Whether you're tech-savvy or just getting started, I’ll walk you through exactly what each tool does, how to use it, and where most parents go wrong.
🛡️ Here’s what we’ll cover:
• Why 2025 is the most dangerous year yet for online safety (AI chatbots, predators & more)
• Apple Screen Time vs. Google Family Link – what you really need to know
• My favorite 3rd-party parental control apps (and how to avoid wasting money)
• The router trick that blocks porn across all devices
• Why your kid’s Xbox or Roku might still be a loophole
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00:00 Introduction: Navigating Parental Control Apps in 2025
01:12 The Importance of Parental Controls in 2025
02:54 Top 5 Parental Control Picks for 2025
03:41 Apple Screen Time: Built-in iOS Parental Controls
09:03 Google Family Link: Android and Chromebook Parental Controls
11:36 Third-Party Parental Control Apps: Advanced Monitoring
15:21 Router-Based Controls: Network-Level Protection
18:26 Gaming Consoles and Smart TVs: Extending Parental Controls
21:01 Conclusion: Combining Tools for Comprehensive Protection
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