Jack's Parent Tech Support Show
Welcome to The Parent Tech Support Podcast, hosted by Jack Hughes—a passionate advocate for online child safety. Growing up, Jack discovered all the workarounds to parental controls firsthand. His own experiences with online exposure and outsmarting parental restrictions taught him a valuable lesson, one he now channels into helping parents protect their children in today’s tech-filled world.
On this podcast, Jack shares practical, secure ways to set up parental controls, offers ongoing support, and provides crucial education for parents who want to ensure their kids stay safe online. Through each episode, gain peace of mind and discover effective methods to navigate the internet’s challenges, equipped with Jack’s insights and proven techniques. For any parent concerned about screen addiction, online predators, or simply wanting to create a safer digital environment—this is the podcast for you.
Jack's Parent Tech Support Show
Top 5 Parental Control Tools Every Parent Needs in 2025
The 5 Best Parental Control Tools for 2025 (And How to Use Them Right!)
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Are you overwhelmed by the thousands of parental control options out there? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I break down the Top 5 Parental Control Tools of 2025—from built-in iPhone and Android settings to router filters and third-party apps like Bark and Qustodio. Whether you're tech-savvy or just getting started, I’ll walk you through exactly what each tool does, how to use it, and where most parents go wrong.
🛡️ Here’s what we’ll cover:
• Why 2025 is the most dangerous year yet for online safety (AI chatbots, predators & more)
• Apple Screen Time vs. Google Family Link – what you really need to know
• My favorite 3rd-party parental control apps (and how to avoid wasting money)
• The router trick that blocks porn across all devices
• Why your kid’s Xbox or Roku might still be a loophole
🎯 Want help setting up controls?
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00:00 Introduction: Navigating Parental Control Apps in 2025
01:12 The Importance of Parental Controls in 2025
02:54 Top 5 Parental Control Picks for 2025
03:41 Apple Screen Time: Built-in iOS Parental Controls
09:03 Google Family Link: Android and Chromebook Parental Controls
11:36 Third-Party Parental Control Apps: Advanced Monitoring
15:21 Router-Based Controls: Network-Level Protection
18:26 Gaming Consoles and Smart TVs: Extending Parental Controls
21:01 Conclusion: Combining Tools for Comprehensive Protection