ESET Parental Control is an app designed to provide parents with peace of mind when it comes to their children's internet usage on smartphones and tablets. Here are some of the features:
The app requests the Device Administrator permission to prevent children from uninstalling it without the parent's knowledge, and uses Accessibility services to protect children from inappropriate content and monitor app usage.
Some users may rate the app poorly as children may not be happy with the content filtering.
Users can contact the ESET team at play@eset.com for any issues, suggestions for improvement, or compliments.
Name: ESET Parental Control | Developer: ESET | Version: 5.1.6.0 |
Update: Jan 18, 2023 | Installs: 1000000 | Size: 18 MB |
1. How can App Guard help in setting boundaries for kids' game and app usage?
With App Guard, parents can set daily limits, limit playtime at night or during school hours, and control only age-appropriate apps and games.
2. How can Web Guard ensure kids' internet safety?
Web Guard ensures kids' internet safety by keeping them away from inappropriate web pages that contain fake news, violent, or adult content.
3. How does Child Locator work, and can parents track their child's whereabouts in real-time?
If a child doesn't pick up their phone and parents worry about their whereabouts, Child Locator helps locate their phone's current location. Additionally, Geofencing allows parents to get notified if their child enters or steps out of a default map area.
4. How does Battery Protector work, and can parents set up rules to limit playing games if the battery level drops?
Parents can set up Battery Protector to limit game playtime if the battery level drops below the default level, ensuring their child's phone battery doesn't die and keeping parents in contact with their child.
5. How can Instant Block and Vacation Mode help with temporary game and entertainment bans?
If children have a crucial task or parents want to limit playtime temporarily, Instant Block can temporarily ban games and entertainment. Parents can also suspend the time limit rule through Vacation Mode if children have free time.
6. Can children ask for exceptions, and how can parents approve or deny requests?
If the rules are too strict, children can ask for exceptions, and parents can instantly approve or deny requests.
7. Can parents change the rules settings remotely?
Parents can sign into my.eset.com on a PC or mobile phone and change the rules settings remotely. If parents use an android smartphone, they can also install the app in parent mode to receive instant notifications.
8. How can parents determine if their child is offline or has turned off the sound?
Parents can check the Devices section to see if their child's phone is offline or if the sound is turned off, making it easier to contact them.
9. How many devices can a single license cover?
A single license can cover multiple devices, ensuring that the whole family is protected.
10. Can parents view reports on their child's interests and app usage?
Yes, parents can view reports that give detailed information on their child's interests and how long they spend using their phones.
11. In how many languages does the app communicate with kids?
The app communicates with kids in 30 languages.
PERMISSIONS:
- The app uses the Device Administrator permission to ensure that children cannot uninstall ESET Parental Control without parental knowledge.
- The app uses Accessibility services to anonymously protect children from inappropriate content online and measure the amount of time they spend using apps or playing games.
WHY IS THE APP RATING LOW?
It is essential to note that children may also rate the app and may not be pleased with the content filtering feature, which could lower the app's rating.
HOW TO CONTACT US?
If you experience any issues, have suggestions to improve the app, or want to compliment us, please contact us at play@eset.com.
If you are looking for ways to protect your children while they use their smartphones and tablets, ESET Parental Control app can help you set boundaries and provide you with the confidence that your kids are safe online.
Here are some tips and tricks to make the most out of the app:
1. App Guard: Set daily limits for gaming and limit playtime during school hours or at night, and control which apps and games your kids can use.
2. Web Guard: Ensure your kids’ internet safety by keeping them away from inappropriate web pages.
3. Child Locator and Geofencing: Locate your child’s phone’s current location and get notified if they enter or step out of the default area on the map.
4. Battery Protector: Limit playing games if the battery level drops below the default level.
5. Instant Block and Vacation Mode: Temporary ban on games and entertainment, or suspend the time limit rule for some free time.
6. Exceptions: Children can ask for an exception, and parents can instantly approve or deny them.
7. Remote Control: Change the rules settings remotely on my.eset.com or install our app on your phone in parent mode and receive instant notifications.
8. Device Status: Check the device section to see if your kid’s phone is offline or the sound is turned off.
9. Multiple Devices: Protect all your family’s devices with one license.
10. Reports: Get detailed information on your kid’s interests and the time they spend on their phone.
11. Multilingual: Our app communicates with kids in 30 languages.
Please note that ESET Parental Control app uses Device Administrator permission to ensure your children cannot uninstall it without your knowledge and Accessibility services to protect your children against inappropriate online content and measure their gaming time. Learn more about the permissions requested by ESET Parental Control app on https://support.eset.com/kb5555
Lastly, if you encounter any issues, have an idea for how to improve the app, or would like to compliment us, contact us at play@eset.com.
To install "ESET Parental Control" APK on your computer, you will need to use an Android emulator such as BlueStacks. Here are the steps:
Once installed, you can use "ESET Parental Control" on your computer to monitor and restrict your child's online activities and ensure their safety.