Qustodio is a cloud-based parental control and digital wellbeing solution designed to help parents and guardians supervise and manage children’s online activity across multiple devices. The platform provides tools for filtering web content, blocking inappropriate apps and websites, setting screen time limits, and monitoring device usage in real time. Qustodio supports a wide range of operating systems, including iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and Amazon Fire, allowing parents to manage all their children’s devices from a single dashboard. The system offers detailed activity reports, real-time alerts, and location tracking, as well as features for monitoring calls and messages (on supported platforms). Qustodio is customizable to each family’s needs, with options for scheduling screen-free times, pausing the internet, and receiving SOS alerts. The platform is suitable for both home and school environments, supporting digital safety, healthy routines, and compliance with safeguarding best practices.

Key Features

Web and App Filtering Block or allow access to specific websites and apps based on customizable categories.

• Prevents exposure to inappropriate content (e.g., gambling, violence, adult material)
• Works across major browsers and platforms

Screen Time Management Set daily limits and schedules for device and app usage.

• Helps prevent screen addiction and supports healthy routines
• Schedule screen-free times, such as bedtime or family time

Activity Monitoring and Reporting View real-time dashboards and receive detailed reports on online activity.

• Monitor browsing history, app usage, YouTube views, and more
• Receive daily, weekly, and monthly summaries and alerts

Location Tracking and Geofencing Track the real-time location of children’s devices.

• Set safe zones and receive alerts when children enter or leave designated areas

Call and SMS Monitoring (Android/iOS) Monitor calls and messages to detect potential risks.

• Helps identify cyberbullying or contact with strangers (platform-dependent)

SOS and Panic Button Children can send an SOS alert to parents in emergencies.

• Provides peace of mind and rapid response capability[4]

Multi-Device and Cross-Platform Support Manage multiple children and devices from a single account.

• Compatible with iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and Amazon Fire

Benefits

Enhanced Child Safety Online Protects children from harmful content and digital threats.

• Blocks inappropriate websites and apps
• Monitors risky behaviors and online interactions

Promotes Healthy Digital Habits Encourages balanced screen time and better sleep routines.

• Supports family time and reduces screen addiction
• Enables parents to set consistent digital boundaries

Parental Peace of Mind Provides real-time visibility and control over children’s digital lives.

• Sends alerts for concerning activity or location changes
• Offers detailed reports for informed decision-making

Flexible and Customizable Adapts to the needs of different families and age groups.

• Customizable settings for each child and device
• Scalable for home or school use