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Bark - Parental Control App

Published on
July 16, 2025

What it is: A parental control app that monitors texts, emails, and social media for potentially harmful content, including explicit material, cyberbullying, and more. Bark helps parents protect their kids while respecting their privacy.

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Features:

  • Alerts for harmful content or conversations.
  • Screen time management and website blocking.
  • Social media monitoring across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat.
  • Pricing: Starts at $14/month.

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Next Steps:

  1. Visit www.bark.us to create an account.
  2. Download the app on your child’s devices and link their accounts.
  3. Set filters and customize alerts based on your family’s values.

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Bible Verse to Pray: “How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to Your word.” –Psalm 119:9