Which platforms have you used parental controls on in the past 3 months? Select all that apply.
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
- Android phone or tablet
- Windows PC
- macOS (Mac)
- Chromebook/Chrome OS
- Gaming console (e.g., Xbox, PlayStation, Switch)
- Smart TV/streaming device
- Home router or Wi‑Fi system
- Streaming service/app (e.g., YouTube, Netflix)
- I haven't used parental controls in the last 3 months
Rank your top goals for using parental controls (most to least important).
Drag to order (top = most important)
- Limit screen time
- Filter or block inappropriate content
- Approve installs and in‑app purchases
- Set time‑of‑day limits/bedtime
- See activity reports
- Limit communication or contacts
How easy or hard was initial setup the last time you configured it?
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Very easyMid: NeutralMax: Very hard
About how many minutes did the most recent initial setup take?
Accepts a numeric value
Whole numbers only
How clear were the setup steps and guidance?
| Rows | Very unclear | Somewhat unclear | Neither clear nor unclear | Somewhat clear | Very clear |
|---|
| Finding the parental control settings | • | • | • | • | • |
| Understanding what each feature does | • | • | • | • | • |
| Managing permissions and consents | • | • | • | • | • |
| Linking or creating child accounts | • | • | • | • | • |
| Defaults and recommended settings | • | • | • | • | • |
Overall, how effective are the controls at enforcing your rules?
Scale: 11 (star)
Min: Not effectiveMax: Very effective
In the last 30 days, did your child bypass any limits?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
- No controls currently active
If applicable, how did they bypass limits? Select all that apply.
- Used another device or account
- Guessed or obtained the PIN/password
- Uninstalled or disabled the app/extension
- Used private/incognito browsing
- Used a VPN or proxy
- Factory reset or created a new account
- Opened web version to avoid app limits
- Got help from someone else
How often do you adjust parental control settings?
- Several times per week
- About once a week
- A few times per month
- Less than monthly
- Only at initial setup
How useful are the alerts and reports you receive?
| Rows | Not useful | Slightly useful | Moderately useful | Very useful | Extremely useful |
|---|
| Timeliness of alerts | • | • | • | • | • |
| Relevance of alerts | • | • | • | • | • |
| Detail in weekly/monthly reports | • | • | • | • | • |
| Ease of finding reports | • | • | • | • | • |
| Suggested actions based on activity | • | • | • | • | • |
Attention check: To confirm you are paying attention, please select “Blue.”
How do you talk with your child about rules and monitoring?
- We explain rules and monitoring
- We explain rules but not monitoring
- We do not discuss it
- We set rules together
- Another approach
How clear are notices shown to your child about limits or monitoring?
Range: 1 – 10
Min: Very unclearMid: NeutralMax: Very clear
How well does the tool balance safety with your child’s privacy?
Scale: 11 (star)
Min: Very poorMax: Excellent
What was the most confusing part of using parental controls?
Max 600 chars
Which information would make parental controls feel more transparent to you? Select all that apply.
- Clear summary of what is monitored
- Simple list of active restrictions
- Reasons why content was blocked
- Preview of what the child sees
- Data retention and deletion policy
- Easy on/off with audit trail
- Change log of setting edits
What is your role in the child’s care?
- Parent/guardian
- Stepparent
- Foster/adoptive parent
- Other caregiver
What are the ages of children in your household? Select all that apply.
Which device is primary for your child’s parental controls?
- iOS phone/tablet
- Android phone/tablet
- Windows PC
- Mac (macOS)
- Chromebook
- Gaming console
- Smart TV/streaming device
- None currently
Where do you currently live?
- United States
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- European Union
- India
- Other
What is your age range?
- 18–24
- 25–34
- 35–44
- 45–54
- 55–64
- 65+
How do you describe your gender?
- Woman
- Man
- Non-binary
- Prefer not to say
What is your highest level of education?
- High school or less
- Some college/Associate
- Bachelor’s degree
- Graduate or professional degree
What is your current employment status?
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Self-employed
- Homemaker/caregiver
- Student
- Unemployed and seeking
- Not seeking work
- Retired
Is there anything else you’d like to share about your experience with parental controls?
Max 600 chars
AI Interview: 2 Follow-up Questions on parental controls
AI InterviewLength: 2Personality: [Object Object]Mode: Fast Thank you for your time—your feedback helps improve parental controls.