# MMGuardian Parental Control

> Family parental control app: limit screen time, block apps, GPS tracker.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mmguardian.parentapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mmguardian.parentapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mmguardian.parentapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MMGuardian.com
- **Category:** PARENTING
- **Downloads:** 2,630,202
- **Rating:** 4.26 / 5 (26,787 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.7.41
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-17
- **First published:** 2013-09-30
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 14 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mmguardian.parentapp)
- **Website:** [https://www.mmguardian.com](https://www.mmguardian.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.mmguardian.com/privacy](https://www.mmguardian.com/privacy)

## Description

MMGuardian Parental Control is the parent-only app that helps families stay safe online. It lets you set screen time limits, block apps and games, filter web content, monitor text messages and social chats, and locate your child’s phone. Pair it with the child-device app to manage settings on both devices using the same parent email address.

Get safety alerts for potential risks such as sexting, cyberbullying, or dangerous content in texts and chats. Access comprehensive reports on usage, web activity, and calls, and use features like locate, lock, and remote configuration. A free 14-day trial is available, with optional subscriptions for single or family plans.

## Rankings

- #37,914 — Overall
- #15 — Parenting (Gross)
- #35 — Parenting (Free)
- #12 — child

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.mmguardian.parentapp.DELAYED_COMMAND`
- `com.mmguardian.parentapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

MMGuardian is praised for its robust monitoring (texts and social apps) and location tracking, plus alerting and reporting that give parents peace of mind at a reasonable price. However, multiple reviews report reliability and data-accuracy problems, delays in syncing or controlling the child’s device, and potential security vulnerabilities (uninstall/disable risks). When functioning well, it’s a strong all‑in‑one solution; repeated issues and security concerns limit consistency and trust for some users.

### Pros

- Comprehensive monitoring of child communications (texts, WhatsApp, Facebook, Snapchat) and location tracking.
- Alerts and detailed reports (text watcher, photo supervision) keep parents informed.
- Provides peace of mind and a sense of safety for families.
- Good value for the price.
- Broad visibility across devices (phone and laptop) for monitoring.

### Cons

- Reliability/accuracy issues: features don’t always work, data can be incorrect or missing, and some blockers don’t apply consistently.
- Connectivity delays: late responses to lock/unlock, check messages or change settings between the parent and child devices.
- Security concerns: the child app can be disabled or uninstalled or tampered with by changing permissions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mmguardian.parentapp)