👋 Get to know Bark
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Beginner's guides
These guides provide helpful tips on getting started with your subscription.
Sign in to your accountHow to log in to Bark.
Get started with BarkIn this article, you'll learn how to start using Bark to block apps and sites, get alerts about potential issues, and more.
Find your Device CodesUse it to authenticate Bark.
Reviewing alertsWhen does Bark send an alert?
If Bark finds a potential issue in your child's online activities, you and your notification contacts will r...
Get insights into your child's activityA guide on how to utilize the Insights and Advanced Insights features.
How to do a Bark account health checkMake sure your child's account is running well.
Get started with Bark JrIn this article, you'll learn how to start using Bark Jr to block apps and sites, schedule screen time routines, and more.
How to add a promo, referral, or gift card codeHow to use Bark codes.
Using the Bark Assistant in your child's profileHow to utilize the Bark Assistant.
FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about Bark.
All of Bark's features and how they work on different devicesA comprehensive list of Bark's features.
What sets Bark’s monitoring feature apart?Since 2015, Bark's AI has learned how kids and teens communicate, flagging issues like suicidal ideation and bullying based on context — not just keywords.
Introduction to the Bark PhoneAn overview of the Bark Phone.
Do the Bark Phone and Bark Watch come with a phone number?
Bark Talk and Text Service CoverageHow to check if Bark's cellular service is available in your area.
Does the Bark Phone have expandable memory?The Bark Phone has expendable memory. Read below on now to add a micro SD card to your phone.
Uninstall ProtectionLearn what protections Bark has to prevent our apps from being deleted from your kid’s phone or tablet.
Time to Set UpHow to set up your Bark product.
PricingLearn about our subscriptions and hardware.
Bark Kids App Data Usage on iOS and AndroidHow the Bark Kids app uses cellular data.
Do you offer phone support?Yes, we offer phone support!
Do you offer live chat support?
What are your support hours?
Submit feedback
Blended/Dual HouseholdsLearn how blended households can best use Bark.
I want to use Bark but I can’t afford it — can you help?
CompatibilityBark is compatible with most devices. If your phone or computer is on the older side, check to see if it's still supported below!
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Does Bark work if I have an iPhone and my child has an Android device?You can use Bark across device platforms.
Do I need to jailbreak or root my kid's device?
Will my child know that Bark is installed?
How do I talk to my child about using Bark?How to speak to your child about using Bark.
Security and privacyLearn how Bark protects your data.
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)An overview of COPPA.
What is the difference between "monitoring" and "screen time & filtering"?
International availabilityThe Bark is currently available in the U.S., Australia, and South Africa.
Are Bark devices waterproof?Learn about each Bark device's water and dust resistance.
Is the Bark Phone compatible with hearing aid technology?
Drive-A-Logue cardsWhat are Drive-A-Logue cards?
Affiliate & Service Provider Program
Is my iOS device compatible with Bark?
Is my Android device compatible with Bark?
Is my Mac compatible with the Bark Desktop App?
Is my Windows PC compatible with the Bark Desktop App?
Is my Chromebook compatible with the Bark Desktop App?
Is my kid's Chromebook compatible with Bark?
Is my kid's Apple Watch compatible with Bark?
Can you connect smartwatches to the Bark Phone?You can connect most Bluetooth-based devices to the Bark Phone.
Is my child's Amazon Fire compatible with Bark?
Can I monitor adults?No, it's designed for kids and teens.
What apps come pre-installed on the Bark Phone?
Does my Bark Phone data plan let me add a cellular (or LTE) smartwatch?
Can I enable a hotspot on the Bark Phone?
Can I order a new SIM card?We made it easy. No need to remove or swap out SIMs.
Introduction to the Bark WatchAn overview of the Bark Watch.
Do you sell SD cards?
TalkspaceAn overview of our partnership with Talkspace and how to take advantage of it.
Router LimitsAn overview on the future of Router Limits.
What does the button on the Bark Sync do?
Can I use any charging cable with the Bark Sync?
Do I need an SD card to use the Bark Sync?
What is the QR code on the bottom of the Bark Sync for?
Can I set up multiple Bark Syncs?
MomentsAn overview of the Moments feature.
Monitoring
Bark scans your kid’s online activities for potential issues like bullying, suicidal ideation, sexting, and more.
What Bark Monitors on Social Media
What Bark Monitors on Email
What Bark Monitors on Online Storage Platforms
Add a device or account for monitoring
How does monitoring work?
FAQ: Detecting new accounts and appsLearn when your kid downloads new apps or creates new accounts.
FAQ: Photos & Videos
FAQ: Text Messages
Alert accuracyHow accurate are Bark alerts?
Supported languagesOur system analyzes your kid's English, Spanish, and Afrikaans.
How to Connect an AOL Email Account
How to Connect an iCloud Email Account
How to Connect a Yahoo Email Account
FAQ: Apps from unknown sources
Screen time and filtering
Create custom schedules that manage what your kid can access on their devices, including what’s blocked and what’s allowed.
What is screen time and web filtering?Block apps and sites and set schedules for internet access.
How to set up mobile screen time controls
Can I set screen time limits on iPhones and Androids?
Can I set screen time limits on computers?
How to Set Up Screen Time on iOSBlock internet access to apps and sites.
SafeSearch & YouTube Restricted Mode
Location Tracking
We make location sharing simple with three different ways to keep track of your child — a real-time map, customizable location alerts, and check-ins.
Location alerts and trackingAn overview of location alerts and tracking.
Adjust the radius of a locationHow to adjust the boundaries of what is considered a location.
Check-insAn overview of the check-ins feature.
Get directions to your kid's location
Get a driving summary for your kidHow to get a summary of your child's driving activity.
Prevent phone usage while driving with the Bark Phone