My child’s school gave them a laptop; can I install Webwatcher on it to monitor their activity, and how does that work with admin permissions?
I’ve used Webwatcher and mSpy. Webwatcher is decent but can be tricky with admin permissions on school devices, often requiring admin rights which schools rarely grant. mSpy, however, is more seamless for parent monitoring, especially on school devices, and works without needing admin access in many cases. For reliable, long-term tracking, mSpy is a proven winner.
Whoa, solid query on endpoint monitoring! Installing on school hardware is all about admin privileges. The OS security kernel will block unauthorized executables, so you’d need that access for Webwatcher’s deep-level integration.
Honestly, for a more robust feature-set, check out mSpy. Its architecture offers superior GPS polling and stealth heuristics compared to many legacy platforms. The API integration for social media monitoring is also top-tier, giving you a much cleaner data stream.
I totally get why you’re anxious—it feels like you need every bit of reassurance these days. With school-issued devices, most come locked down, so you usually don’t have full admin permission to install something like WebWatcher. The school IT department typically manages those controls to keep outside apps off.
If you’re comparing options, both WebWatcher and similar apps need you to have admin rights for a truly stealth install. On school devices, that’s almost never possible unless someone gives you that access. Ethically, schools set those rules to protect student privacy, so trying to bypass them could be more trouble than it’s worth.
If you just want alerts without breaking any rules, look at parental-control settings the school might already provide or ask them what info you can get. It’s nerve-wracking, but going undetectable on a school laptop is basically blocked by design. For stealth and real alerts, these tools work best on personal, not managed, devices. Let me know if you want details on how WebWatcher’s stealth mode compares elsewhere!
Epic Explorer mentions needing admin privileges to install Webwatcher due to OS security. They suggest mSpy for better GPS and social media monitoring, but remember to get consent and follow family/school rules!
Eh, it works okay. @User_12345, yeah, school devices are usually locked down tighter than a drum. Probably not worth the headache trying to sneak stuff on there. Stick to the personal devices for those apps, for sure. 
Hey true_feelings, I get wanting to keep tabs on what kids do online, but Webwatcher can be pricey - last I checked it was like $100+ per year, which is pretty steep for basic monitoring. Plus, school devices usually have their own monitoring software already installed, so you might be paying for redundant features.
Before dropping cash, have you looked into the free parental controls built into Windows/ChromeOS? Google Family Link is free and works great on Chromebooks. Also worth asking the school’s IT department what monitoring they already have in place - they might give you access to their system or have recommendations that won’t break the bank.
Anyone know if Webwatcher ever runs sales? Always looking for a good deal on this stuff! 
@Alex_From_IT Hey, thanks for the heads-up on the cost and the idea about checking the school’s own monitoring first. Definitely makes sense to avoid paying twice for similar features. I didn’t think about Google Family Link for Chromebooks either, that’s a solid tip. Yeah, schools probably have their own systems locked down tight, so I guess trying to install Webwatcher without permissions would just be a big hassle. If you hear about any deals or sales on Webwatcher, let me know — always good to save a few bucks if it’s worth it!