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Bark Phone

Learn how to set up a Bark Phone for your kid, and check out tips on blocking apps, contacts, and browsing.

How to set up the Bark PhoneThe Bark Phone comes with a Bark SIM pre-installed and sets up by scanning a QR code from your parent phone.
Manage rules for the Bark PhoneAn overview of all the parental controls available on the Bark Phone, from app approval to contact management.
Manage the app store on the Bark PhoneControl whether your child can access the Google Play Store, require your approval for new apps, and prevent app removal.
Manage the contacts on their Bark PhoneControl which contacts can call and text your child, and choose whether new contacts need your approval first.
Block sites & apps on the Bark PhoneAllow or block specific apps and sites on the Bark Phone, or block entire categories like social media or gaming.
Set daily time limits for apps on the Bark PhoneSet a daily cap on how long your child can use specific apps, categories, or all apps on their Bark Phone.
Manage texting for the Bark PhoneBlock the text app, set limits on texting, and more.
Manage the camera of the Bark PhoneBlock the camera on the Bark Phone to disable the Camera app, screenshots, screen recording, and camera features in all apps.
Manage alarms on the Bark PhoneSet one-time or recurring alarms on your child's Bark Phone remotely from your parent dashboard.
Remotely set timers for your kid's Bark Phone
Manage browsing on the Bark PhoneControl whether your child can access web browsers on the Bark Phone, and set time limits or schedules for browsing.
How to pause the Bark PhonePause remotely locks the Bark Phone and blocks all apps and internet access, while still allowing emergency calls.
Schedule routines for the Bark PhoneSet automatic rules for different times of day, like limiting apps during school hours or blocking the internet at bedtime.
Add music to a Bark PhoneYour child can stream music on the Bark Phone or transfer files from a computer to listen offline.
Back up text messages on the Bark PhoneWhether you’re upgrading or replacing your Bark Phone, you can export text messages and import them into your new Bark Phone.
Find my Bark PhoneUse Bark, Google Find My Device, or Samsung Find My Mobile to locate a lost Bark Phone.
Joining and hosting video calls on any device (FaceTime, Zoom, and Google Meet)
How to set up explicit image blockingThe Bark Phone automatically deletes images containing child nudity and alerts you when it happens.
Automatically save photos and videos to an SD card on the Bark Phone
Use the My Files app to organize and manage files on your Bark Phone
Transfer contacts, photos, videos, and documents to a new phoneMoving to a Bark Phone? Here are the most popular ways to transfer your contacts, photos, videos, and files.
Voicemail on the Bark PhoneVoicemail is included with Bark Phone Advanced plans and can be managed from the parent app or directly on the phone.
Wi-Fi Calling & Texting on the Bark PhoneEnable Wi-Fi calling and texting on the Bark Phone when cellular signal is weak or unavailable.
How to enable silent mode for Bark Phone and Bark WatchAutomatically mute your child's ringer during specific routines like School or Bedtime.
Unlock the Bark Phone Whoopie CushionEnable a digital whoopie cushion on the Bark Phone that your child can trigger by shaking the phone.
Create a QR Reader Shortcut on the Bark Phone
How to find your Bark Phone modelCheck settings or the back of the phone.
Check the current battery level of your kid's Bark Phone or Watch
Is my kid's Bark Phone or Watch turned off?
Change the theme and icons of the Bark PhoneThe Bark Phone supports Samsung Themes, which let you customize icons, wallpaper, the lock screen, and more.

Android monitoring

Learn how to set up a Bark Phone, Android, or Amazon Fire device for monitoring to get alerts for bullying, depression, sexual content, and more in your kid’s texts, photos, and videos.

iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch monitoring

Learn how to set up iOS devices for monitoring to get alerts on bullying, depression, sexual content, and more in your kid’s texts, photos, and videos.

Screen time and filtering

Customize the apps and sites your child can access during particular times of days or different days of the week.

Learn more about how Bark Home lets you manage screen time and filter content on all of the internet-connected devices in your home, like smart TVs, computers, gaming consoles, phones, tablets, and more).

Computer monitoring

Set up a Windows PC, Macbook, or Chromebook for monitoring.