Most parental control/filtering apps are super easy to bypass. VPNs or proxies are some of the most common tools to do so. The device manufacturers (ie, Apple, Google, etc) never really worry about keeping kids safe when they release their devices until after there's uproar from parents. And even then, it seems they just give the problem lip service but never really try to make a solid solution. I question if the engineers at these companies who hold traditional values are able to speak freely without fear of being fired. My guess is they can't. So the likelihood that we can rely on these companies to protect our loved ones is basically 0.

This is where I'm grateful for solutions like Screenshot Accountability. In general it just works. There are still "other" loopholes, like if your child buys a cheap $30 phone from walmart Truple isn't going to be able to detect that. But in general it's been rock solid for the devices I have it on. I hear tons of parents express that they believe kids can "get around anything". The truth is, I don't think that's true. I think solid solutions like Truple really close those loopholes up.

Anyway, make sure to think twice before buying internet connected devices. Oftentimes the parental control features aren't added until a decade or so after the device is released. VR headsets are a key one. But for now, at least on Android/Windows, I'm super grateful to have Truple to keep myself and my loved ones safe online.