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# How to set up Bark on computers

Bark can help you monitor your children's Windows PCs , Macbooks , or Chromebooks . With Bark Premium, you can get alerts about concerning web browsing or searches by setting up the Chrome and Edge extensions on your kid's computer. Additionally, by connecting the Bark Home device to your home Wi-Fi router, you can block internet access to any app or site they use on their computer while connected to the home Wi-Fi. What is covered on computers? Here's what Bark can do on different devices. ​ Google Chrome Browser Bark can monitor Chrome on your child’s Chromebook, Mac, or Windows computer. Monitor Chrome on a Computer Microsoft Edge Browser Bark can monitor Edge on your child's Windows or Mac computer. Monitor Edge on a Computer Other Browsers or Apps If you want to block websites on more than just computer browsers, the Bark Home can help! You can block sites/apps on any browser and internet-connected device in the home (including gaming consoles, computers, and smart TVs) . Learn more about Bark Home I already have a Bark Home Now all you need to do is identify the computers and devices to start setting rules that block or allow apps and sites! I don't have a Bark Home Consider uninstalling the other web browsers (or blocking them via the built-in parental controls) and only allowing your child to use a web browser that can be monitored by Bark. ​ For instructions on setting up the built-in Windows, Mac, or Chromebook parental controls, as well as all other available parental controls on the devices and digital services in your home, check out our Tech Guides . ​ How do I know a computer is set up? Open the Bark parent app / dashboard . Tap your child's profile . Tap Apps at the top. If Bark is monitoring your kid's computer browsing, you will see a Chrome or Edge icon with a green checkmark: If you've also set up Bark Home , here's how to check app and site blocking is working on your child's computer too. Learn the difference between monitoring and filtering. Related Articles Get started with Bark All of Bark's features and how they work on different devices Compatibility How to set up a Chromebook Troubleshooting Edge, Chrome, & Chromebook Monitoring