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