How can I see my child's text messages on family link easily?

Mia_Jade
Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:00:49 +0000

Here’s the deal: Family Link doesn’t let you see text messages—it only handles screen time and app blocking. Most parents think it does everything, but kids know it’s pretty limited for actual message monitoring. You’ll need a separate app like Parentaler, Bark, or Qustodio to actually read their texts, and smart teens often figure out workarounds or switch to apps their parents don’t monitor.