Device App Kidden vs PearGuard

Device App Kidden is the companion app to Kidden Parental Control App. It is installed on a device and works only when connected to a parent account. How to get started Install Kidden Parental Control App on the parent’s device Install Device App Kidden on this device Enter the pairing code Guided screen time Device usage may include limits and schedules set from the parent app to help create a healthy balance. App and content limits Some apps or features may be restricted to support a safer experience. Transparent supervision This app clearly indicates when parental controls are active on the device. Lightweight and stable Runs in the background to apply settings smoothly and reliably. Privacy-focused design No ads No marketing Data used only for parental control functionality Device App Kidden is part of a system designed to help families build better digital habits together.

PearGuard is a privacy-focused, peer-to-peer parental control app. The parent device pairs directly with the child device — no accounts, no servers, no subscriptions. Your family's activity data lives only on the devices you pair. PearGuard is designed for families where the child uses an Android device. The parent can use Android or iOS. FEATURES Screen Time Limits Set daily time budgets and bedtime windows on the child device. Per-App Policies Allow, block, or time-limit individual apps by category or one at a time. Activity View See what's been used and when, directly from the parent device. Time Requests The child can request extra time; the parent approves or denies from their device. Privacy First No account creation. No email address. No tracking. No ads. Activity never leaves the paired devices. Open Source PearGuard is free and open source. Source code is available on GitHub. PERMISSIONS Camera — used to scan QR invite codes when pairing with a child device. Photo Library — used to set profile photos.