See who's using the phone
A lock-camera photo captures a front-camera image when the device is locked, unlocked, or the wrong password or PIN is entered, so an unfamiliar face doesn't go unnoticed.
Device security alerts
Stay aware of what matters, without watching all day.
Device security alerts surface the events worth knowing about on a supervised Android device — who tried to use it, and what's new since you last checked — so you stay informed without scrolling through everything.
- Private media storage
- Private & authenticated access
- Built for responsible parental use
Family dashboard
Private & connected
Location
Recent location update
Captured 4 min ago
Activity
Recent events
Devices
Authorized devices
Awareness without constant watching
Nobody can — or should — watch a phone every minute. What parents actually need is to be aware of the things that matter, and to see quickly what has changed. Device security alerts in MobileTracker360 are built around exactly that: instead of asking you to monitor everything continuously, they surface the meaningful signals and highlight what's new since your last visit.
Two signals do most of the work. Lock-camera photos capture an image from the front camera when the device is locked, unlocked, or the wrong password or PIN is entered, so if someone unfamiliar is using the phone, you have a chance to notice. And new-activity indicators flag fresh messages, calls and events across the dashboard, so a quick check-in tells you what changed rather than making you re-read everything from scratch.
Designed to help you respond, not just observe
Awareness is only useful if you can act on it. That's why security alerts sit right beside the tools that let you respond. If a lock-screen capture or a burst of new activity raises a question, you can open the activity timeline for context, take a live look with the remote camera, or block an app if you decide it's warranted. The alert and the action live in the same place.
This keeps supervision calm and proportionate. You're not glued to a live feed; you check in, immediately see what's new and who's been using the device, and move on. For most families that's exactly the right balance between staying informed and respecting a child's space.
Clear about what it is
We're deliberately precise here. Device security alerts are about awareness — lock-camera photos and new-activity indicators — not automated threat detection or a guaranteed lock on the device. Captures and events depend on the device, its permissions and Android version, and can be delayed when the phone is offline. Used transparently with your child, they're a practical way to notice the things that matter and respond thoughtfully.
Want to see how new items and captures appear? Open the live demo, or start a free trial to connect a device of your own.
Why families use it
Know what's new at a glance
New-activity indicators flag fresh messages, calls and events since your last visit, so you don't have to re-read everything.
Focus on what changed
Instead of monitoring constantly, you check in and immediately see what's actually new and worth your attention.
How it works
- 1
Enroll the device
Complete the one-time authorized setup on the Android phone you're responsible for.
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Events are captured
Lock-camera photos and activity across the device sync securely to your account as they happen.
- 3
Open your dashboard
New-since-last-visit indicators highlight what changed across each section.
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Review and respond
Check a lock-screen capture, read the new items, and act — for example, by blocking an app.
Frequently asked questions
Still deciding? These are the questions families ask most about this feature.
What kinds of events does MobileTracker360 surface?
Today the emphasis is on two practical signals: lock-camera photos, which capture a front-camera image when the device is locked, unlocked, or the wrong password or PIN is entered, and new-activity indicators that flag fresh messages, calls and events since your last visit. These help you notice unusual access and quickly see what changed.
How do lock-camera photos work?
When the device is locked, unlocked, or the wrong password or PIN is entered, the companion app can capture a photo from the front camera and sync it to your dashboard in real time while the phone is online. Availability and reliability depend on the device, permissions and Android version, and captures wait to upload if the phone is offline.
Will I get a notification the moment something happens?
Events are collected and surfaced in your dashboard, where new-activity indicators show what's changed since you last looked. We describe this as staying informed through the dashboard rather than promising instant push alerts for every event.
Can this stop someone from using the phone?
Security alerts are about awareness, not enforcement. To act on what you see, you can use companion features like app blocking. No monitoring tool should be treated as a guaranteed lock or a security guarantee.
Is it appropriate to capture lock-camera photos?
It's intended for devices you own or are responsible for, and for supervising a minor child. As with every feature, we recommend transparency — your child should understand what's monitored and why.
Ready to set up your family dashboard?
Create your account, enroll an authorized Android device, and start reviewing activity from one private place.