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EnglishWhich devices and social apps can Qustodio monitor?
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Qustodio is a parental control and digital wellbeing tool that lets you manage and monitor a child's activity from a single dashboard. According to the company, it can monitor browsing, social media, location, calls, and messages, and its social monitoring covers WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X, and Line. The site says the software is available across multiple device types but does not list every supported platform in the material reviewed here, so confirm the exact device compatibility on Qustodio's current supported-devices page before relying on it for a specific phone, tablet, or computer.
What Qustodio can monitor
Qustodio groups its monitoring features into a few areas. The table below summarizes what the site says each one does.
| Feature | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Activity monitoring | Browsing, social media, location, and more, tracked in real time |
| Social monitoring | Messages on WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X, and Line, with alerts for concerning content |
| Calls & messages | Tracking of calls and messages (the site's description is cut off, so check the feature page for scope) |
| App insights | Information about the apps a child uses, plus suggested age-appropriate alternatives |
| Gaming voice alerts | Alerts when risky or unsafe conversations occur in in-game voice chat |
The social monitoring feature is the most specific claim: it names six platforms and says you receive instant alerts for anything concerning. The site marks X with an asterisk, which usually signals a footnote or condition, so check the feature page for any caveats on that platform.
What you can control, not just watch
Monitoring is only part of the product. Qustodio also lets you act on what you see:
- Filter content and apps — block or limit inappropriate apps and websites.
- Set time limits — apply daily limits, scheduled breaks, and internet pauses.
- Set custom routines — define screen-free times for study or bedtime.
- Receive AI-powered alerts — get notified about activity that may need attention.
These controls are managed from the same dashboard used for monitoring, which is the core of the "all-in-one" positioning on the homepage.
How to check compatibility for your child's devices
Because the reviewed material does not enumerate every supported device, use this sequence before subscribing:
- List the exact devices your child uses — phone model and OS, tablet, laptop, and gaming console if relevant.
- Open Qustodio's supported-devices or features page and match each device against the listed platforms.
- Check the specific social apps your child uses against the six named above; apps outside that list are not confirmed as monitored.
- If a device or app is not listed, treat it as unsupported until Qustodio's documentation says otherwise.
Who this fits
Qustodio is a reasonable fit if your child's main activity happens on the platforms the site explicitly names — the six social apps, general browsing, calls, and messages — and you want monitoring and controls in one place. It is a weaker fit if your child relies on a device or app that isn't confirmed in Qustodio's support documentation, since the homepage alone doesn't guarantee coverage. The site also offers a free account option alongside premium plans, so you can test basic coverage before committing to a paid tier.