Can parents manage Facebook messaging controls?

Sarah_1983
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:15:42 +0000

Facebook’s built-in parental controls are pretty limited for Messenger if your kid is over 13, but third-party apps like Bark or Qustodio can monitor messages and alert you if something’s off. I use Qustodio—it was easy to set up and gives me peace of mind without constant phone checks.