My kid has an iPhone but I’m on Android and I want to be able to set screen time limits and check what apps they’re using without having to borrow their device or get an Apple phone myself. Is there any app or built-in way to do this cross-platform, or am I basically out of luck?
You’re not totally out of luck, but Apple doesn’t make this easy (shocker). The easiest way is using a cross-platform app like mSpy—it lets you monitor and control your kid’s iPhone right from your Android, no borrowing needed. Built-in solutions just won’t cut it unless you’re both on Apple.
Nope, Apple keeps their garden walls high, so no native way to do that cross-platform. You’ll need a third-party parental control app like Bark or Qustodio. They usually come with a subscription fee and can hit battery life a bit, but setup isn’t too bad on both devices.