@Net Nanny

WHAT IS IT?
Net Nanny is a well-known parental control app designed to help parents monitor and manage their children’s online activities. It is primarily focused on internet safety, offering comprehensive web filtering, screen time management, and activity monitoring. 

Good Aspects of Net Nanny

Advanced Web Filtering and Real-Time Content Blocking
​Net Nanny’s powerful web filtering allows parents to block inappropriate content across categories such as adult sites, violence, and gambling. Its dynamic content filtering even scans and blocks inappropriate material in real-time, making it highly effective at filtering unsafe websites.

Screen Time Management and Scheduling
Net Nanny offers robust screen time management features, allowing parents to set daily screen time limits and create custom schedules for device use. 

Customisable Alerts and Reporting
Parents can receive alerts about potentially harmful online activities and view detailed activity reports that show browsing history, app usage, and screen time. This transparency allows parents to stay informed about their child’s online habits.

App Blocking and Management
Net Nanny enables parents to view all installed apps on their child’s device and selectively block or allow specific apps. This can be useful for managing access to games or social media apps that may distract from study time or sleep.

Cross-Platform Compatibility
Net Nanny is available for Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and Kindle Fire, making it easy for families with multiple device types to manage online safety consistently across platforms.

Family Feed Dashboard
The Family Feed feature in Net Nanny provides a centralised dashboard where parents can monitor all connected family devices in real time.
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Not So Good Aspects of Net Nanny

Limited Social Media Monitoring
While Net Nanny provides general browsing and app usage reports, it lacks specific social media monitoring. It does not offer insights into interactions on platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, or TikTok, which may be a drawback for parents focused on social media safety.
No Call or Text Monitoring
Net Nanny does not include call or text message monitoring, meaning parents cannot view who their child is communicating with via SMS or phone calls.
Restrictions on iOS Compared to Android
As with many parental control apps, Net Nanny has limited functionality on iOS devices compared to Android. Certain features, such as app blocking and location tracking, are less flexible or unavailable on iPhones and iPads.

No Location History or Geofencing
Net Nanny includes location tracking but does not offer location history or geofencing alerts, which are common features in other parental control apps. 

High Subscription Cost
Net Nanny can be expensive, especially for families with multiple devices. Its annual subscription plans can add up, which may be a concern for families on a budget.

No Real-Time Behavior Detection Alerts
Net Nanny does not include AI-based detection for risky behaviors like cyberbullying, sexting, or depression.