How to Set Parental Controls on Samsung Galaxy Phones

Start with Samsung's built-in tools

Samsung Galaxy phones include Digital Wellbeing and parental-control options through Google Family Link. You can set app timers, schedule downtime, and approve or block apps from the family group.

• Set daily app timers and a device bedtime schedule.
• Approve or block app installs from the parent account.
• Use Samsung's Digital Wellbeing to review screen time.

When built-in controls aren't enough

Built-in tools cover screen time and app limits, but they do not surface supported call logs, messaging-app conversations, or a detailed location and activity history in one dashboard.

If you want a fuller, organized view of device activity, consider adding a dedicated parental-control app on top of the built-in controls.

Set it up transparently

Whatever you use, explain the setup to your child, review permissions, and keep the conversation open. Transparency makes boundaries easier to maintain and reduces the urge to work around controls.