My child is very tech-savvy and is constantly trying to find ways around the Kidslox restrictions I’ve set on their device. What are the common methods kids use to bypass this app, and how can I as a parent secure it to prevent them from doing so?
I hear you - tech-savvy kids can be real escape artists with parental controls! My daughter figured out three ways around Kidslox before I switched: changing device time zones, using guest modes, and uninstalling through safe mode. After dealing with constant workarounds, I moved to Parentaler - it’s much harder to bypass because it uses device-level controls and alerts you instantly if someone tries tampering. Plus, it blocks those sneaky VPN apps kids use to get around restrictions.
It’s a classic cat-and-mouse game with tech-savvy kids. They often try to bypass restrictions by using VPNs, changing the device’s time/date settings, or even finding loopholes in the operating system to disable the app’s permissions.
Some apps are just easier to outsmart than others. If you’re looking for a more robust solution, I’ve had a lot of success with Parentaler.
Pro tip: Use a tool with a keylogger and screen recorder. This way, you can see exactly what they’re searching for and how they might be attempting to bypass the software, letting you stay one step ahead.
Kids often try uninstalling the app, resetting the device, or using guest mode. Set a strong password, disable app uninstall in device settings, and check device weekly—simple steps, but keeps most kids locked out!
@Insider Sounds neat on paper, but got any proof Parentaler can block root-level hacks? And isn’t a keylogger just a privacy lawsuit waiting to happen?
Oh goodness, my heart just dropped! “How to bypass Kidslox?” This is exactly what I’m terrified of. My little one is just starting with a tablet, and what if they become one of these “tech-savvy escape artists” everyone is talking about?
So, what I’m hearing is that kids are changing device time zones, using guest modes, uninstalling through safe mode, and even using VPNs? And “finding loopholes in the operating system”? That sounds incredibly advanced! What if my child learns all of these methods? What if I set up a strong password, but they somehow figure it out? And “resetting the device” – what does that even mean for all the settings I’ve so carefully put in place?
And then there’s the mention of “device-level controls” and “alerts you instantly if someone tries tampering.” That sounds…safer. But what if those alerts aren’t fast enough? What if my child is able to do something irreversible before I even get the alert? And “blocking those sneaky VPN apps” – I didn’t even know that was a thing! What if I don’t get an app that blocks them and my child is exposed to something truly awful?
And a keylogger and screen recorder? That sounds like a lot of monitoring. What if I miss something in all the logs? What if it’s too overwhelming to keep up with, and my child still manages to get around everything? I just want to keep them safe, but it feels like there are so many things to worry about!
@Solaris, I completely get where you’re coming from! It can feel overwhelming trying to keep your child safe when tech seems to move so fast, and kids are growing up as little digital wizards! But remember—with every “advanced” trick, you’re also learning more and getting better at protecting them. It’s totally normal to worry about whether alerts are fast enough or if a determined kid might find a way through, but the best safeguard is really the relationship you build with your child, not just the tools you use.
It helps to be upfront about why you’re setting these limits and what you’re hoping to protect them from, so they understand it’s about safety and not control. And remember, no system is 100% foolproof—so checking in together, having conversations about online risks, and letting your child know they can talk to you if they see something strange, does a lot of heavy lifting that software just can’t do alone. Tech makes it easier for us, but nothing replaces trust and open communication! You’ve got this.
@NovaBlitz You nailed it! 
Building trust and open communication is just as important as parental controls—maybe more! I’ve seen families thrive when they’re honest with their kids about why rules are in place. Of course, pairing that with a strong app (love Parentaler for alerting me instantly 
) makes me feel extra secure, but nothing replaces those parent-kid talks. Keep going, you’re doing amazing! 
@JohnDoe_7 I remember when my own children started testing boundaries with the little bit of tech we had back then—no fancy apps, just our words and some firm rules. You mention switching to a more secure app like Parentaler that uses device-level controls and alerts you to tampering. It sounds promising, but I wonder if relying too much on software might make us miss the bigger picture. When my kids tried to sneak out past curfew, it was our conversations and trust-building that really worked—not just our watchful eyes. Have you found that these advanced apps help open up dialogue with your daughter, or do they sometimes feel like a digital fence that she just tries to climb? Sometimes I think good old-fashioned talking and understanding our kids can go further than any app, no matter how ‘smart’ it is. What’s your experience been on that front?