# The GoGuardian App

> Deployment tool for GoGuardian

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542825746](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542825746)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1542825746`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** GoGuardian
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 1.30 / 5 (174 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.6.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-05
- **First published:** 2021-04-21
- **Size:** 78 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-goguardian-app/id1542825746)
- **Website:** [http://www.goguardian.com](http://www.goguardian.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.goguardian.com/product-privacy/](http://www.goguardian.com/product-privacy/)

## Description

Thousands of educators can now bring the power of GoGuardian Admin, Beacon, and Teacher to iOS and macOS devices using The GoGuardian App. This deployment tool simplifies provisioning across devices, helping create productive learning environments in K-12 classrooms.

Key capabilities include automatic user authentication, enhanced student safety, and robust classroom management, enabling admins and teachers to deploy and manage GoGuardian’s suite with ease.

## Rankings

- #176,099 — Overall

## Review summary

GoGuardian is widely criticized for privacy invasion and constant monitoring. Students report excessive blocking of legitimate sites, cross-device tracking, and even camera access, with reliability issues like tabs closing and devices shutting down. While some teachers view it as a task-management tool, many students feel surveilled and stressed, leading to calls for changes or alternatives.

### Pros

- Keeps students on task.
- Blocks inappropriate websites to limit distractions.
- Allows teachers to control and monitor browsing during class.

### Cons

- Perceived invasion of privacy due to constant monitoring of students' screens and activities.
- Over-blocking that blocks legitimate educational sites and tools, hindering assignments.
- Privacy concerns about tracking across devices and potential camera access.
- Reliability issues: tabs closing unexpectedly, devices locking up, and occasional malfunctions.
- Negative impact on student well-being, causing stress and a sense of being constantly watched.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542825746)