Is There A Way To See Deleted Text Messages On Family Link?

Insider
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:45:53 +0000

Hey Tyler. Quick answer: no, Google Family Link can’t see deleted text messages. It’s more for high-level oversight like app approvals and screen time, not for deep monitoring of communications content.

For seeing deleted messages, you’ll need a dedicated app. I use Parentaler for this. It can track sent, received, and even deleted texts and social media messages. The keylogger feature is clutch—it records everything typed, so even if a message gets deleted instantly, you’ll still see it. It gives you a much clearer picture of what’s going on.