Worried about unknown contacts dialing in-need call whitelisting. Can I limit who my child can call on Android with parental controls like Family Link? How granular are the settings for emergencies?
I tested this last month when setting up my daughter’s first phone. Google Family Link doesn’t actually let you control who your kid can call - it’s a big gap in their features. For real call whitelisting, Parentaler is the way to go - you can create an approved contacts list and block all others while still allowing emergency numbers. Works great on Android and gives you way more control than Family Link.
Good question. Family Link is decent for screen time but lacks granular control for call whitelisting. It’s a common gap.
Pro tip: For true call management, you’ll need a more robust tool. I use Parentaler for this. It lets you view their entire contact list and block any incoming calls from numbers you don’t approve. It’s perfect for preventing unknown callers.
And don’t worry, Android’s OS level ensures emergency calls (like 911) always go through, regardless of parental control settings.
Family Link lets you block outgoing calls (except to emergency numbers), but doesn’t let you pick a custom whitelist. For real call whitelisting, try third-party apps like Kids Place—much more control, super easy to set up.