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title: "The Bark Phone: A Safer Phone for Kids"
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# The Bark Phone: A Safer Phone for Kids

Bark Phone Starts at $29/mo + device Starts at $29/mo + device Order now The Bark Phone for Kids The most customizable kid’s phone with text and social media monitoring built-in. Order now Featured On: Change parental controls with one tap Ask about screen time, block apps, or get insights — the Bark Assistant helps you manage everything in one place. Simply safer from the moment you unbox it Get peace of mind with the Bark Phone, knowing that the rules you set for apps, web browsers, and social media are tamper-proof. Automatically monitor for concerning content Bark scans texts, emails, social media, and apps on your child’s phone for potential dangers and sends you alerts. Customize the phone as your child grows The Bark Phone enables you to allow or remove features to tailor the experience to your kid. Plans & Pricing All plans include unlimited talk and text. Starter plan $29/mo Perfect for younger kids No apps, no browser, no social media Talk & text only Advanced content monitoring Get alerts for potential dangers Tamper-proof parental controls Kids can’t get around your safety settings GPS-powered location tracking Get peace of mind when your kid is on the go Order now More details Starter Plan Features   Approve or deny contacts Help protect your kid from strangers by choosing who they can talk to.   Emergency contacts You can always get in touch with your kid — even when the device is paused.   Prevent texts from being deleted Choose whether or not your child can delete text messages on their phone.   Driving mode Automatically pause the Bark Phone when it detects your child is in a moving vehicle.   Disable camera Decide when your kid can use the built-in camera.   Pause the device Set a remote lock on your child’s phone from your parent dashboard.   No voicemail Worry less about scams and unwanted callers leaving questionable messages.   Set remote alarms Set one-time or recurring alarms to go off on your child’s Bark Phone.   Easily upgrade at any time Want more features? Log in to the app and choose another plan that fits. Plans go into effect immediately. Advanced plans From $39/mo Completely customizable for older kids Advanced content monitoring Get alerts for potential dangers Approve apps and contacts Choose which apps are installed and who they can talk to Robust screen time and blocking Set time limits and block inappropriate content Add or remove functions at any time Take away social media, web browsers, and more whenever needed Order now More details Advanced Plans   Approve or deny contacts Help protect your kid from strangers by choosing who they can talk to.   Emergency contacts You can always get in touch with your kid — even when apps are blocked or the internet is paused.   Prevent texts from being deleted Choose whether or not your child can delete text messages on their phone.   Driving mode Automatically pause the Bark Phone when it detects your child is in a moving vehicle.   Allow or block access to Google Play Decide if your child is allowed to access the Google Play Store by simply toggling a button.   Approve or deny app downloads When your child tries to download an app, you’ll get a request to approve or deny the app.   Set app time limits Select time limits for all the apps on your child’s phone by category or individually.   Create custom schedules for apps From school time to bedtime, decide what apps your kid can use and when.   Block apps & websites Our web filter lets you block whole categories of content as well as specific sites and apps.   GPS-powered location tracking Stay on top of your kid’s location with our real-time map, location alerts, and check-ins.   Pause the internet Set a remote lock on your child’s phone from your parent dashboard.   Disable camera Decide when your kid can use the built-in camera.   Set remote alarms Create one-time or recurring alarms on your child’s Bark Phone.   Add more GB of data with the tap of a button Easily purchase more data for streaming from your parent app.   Easily downgrade at any time Want fewer features? Log in to the app and choose another plan that fits. Plans go into effect immediately. What’s included? Unlimited talk and text USB-C charging cable FREE Bark Premium subscription for the entire family ($14/mo value) Free transfer of your kid's phone number to the Bark Phone Free shipping 60-day money back guarantee Starts at $ 29 /mo USD + device Order now Shop on Amazon Compare phones Bark Phone Pro Samsung A37 $25/mo for 24 mo + Bark plan Order now 6GB RAM | 128GB storage 5000mAh battery 45W super fast charge IP68 water resistance 50MP triple lens camera Size: 6.41" x 3.08" x 0.29" Screen size: 6.7" Super HDR front camera Gorilla® Glass Victus+ screen Faster processor & more memory Bark Phone Samsung A16 $10/mo for 24 mo + Bark plan Order now 4GB RAM | 128GB storage 5000mAh battery 25W fast charge IP54 water resistance 50MP triple lens camera Size: 6.47" x 3.07" x 0.31" Screen size: 6.7" — Super HDR front camera — Gorilla® Glass Victus+ screen — Qualcomm® Snapdragon® 6 Gen 3 processor Explore all the features Change settings with ease The Bark Assistant helps you adjust settings or get answers easily with one tap. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan Approve or deny contacts Help protect your kid from strangers by choosing who they can talk to. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan Approve or deny app downloads When your child tries to download an app, you'll get a request to approve or deny the app. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Allow or block access to App Store Decide if your child is allowed to access the Google Play Store by simply toggling a button. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Encourage healthy boundaries Select time limits for all the apps on your child's phone by category or individually. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Limit distractions while they’re driving Automatically pause the Bark Phone when it detects your child is in a moving vehicle. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan Prevent texts from being deleted Choose whether or not your child can delete text messages on their phone. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan Create custom schedules for apps From school time to bedtime, decide what apps your kid can use and when. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Starter Plan Protect your kid from inappropriate content Our web filter lets you block whole categories of content as well as specific sites and apps. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Worry less when your kid is out and about Stay on top of your kid's location with our real-time map, location alerts, and check-ins. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan Get alerts for concerning content Bark scans texts, social media and online content and sends you alerts for potential issues. INCLUDED WITH: Advanced plan Starter plan Make morning wake-ups a little easier Set one-time or recurring alarms to go off on your child's Bark Phone. INCLUDED WITH: Starter plan Advanced plan 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 “I’ve tried many popular kids’ phones and this one is the best.” “I’ve been waiting for something like this.” “The best phone for kids to keep them safely connected.” “I like that this phone can grow with the child as they mature.” 1 2 3 4 Device protection that keeps up with your kid Get comprehensive protection for cracked screens, water damage, loss, and more for just $5/mo. Add protection See the phone in action... × Thousands of happy parents... It monitors EVERYTHING “I just got my son the Bark Phone and so far I love it! The phone is cool, works great and the way I can customize it from my own phone is awesome! It monitors EVERYTHING.” –Helen C. The Bark Phone is better “10/10 would recommend the Bark Phone. Better than a Gabb because she can still group text – you just have to approve contacts. Literally not ONE of her friends would know it's a Bark unless she told them.” – Maddie L. The monitoring is fantastic “Get the Bark Phone. My husband and I are so pleased with the Bark Phone. It is Android and we are iPhone people but it does not matter. The monitoring is fantastic. Best thing we have found.” –Heather T. A good balance “It was my own son who asked for the Bark Phone, it has given us a good balance and he likes it. Gives him some privacy, but keeps me alerted to bad situations or conversations, this opens a good dialogue.” –Kasey D. Order now We’ve got you covered Find out if Bark covers your service area. Check coverage FAQs What kind of phone is the Bark Phone? The Bark Phone is a Samsung A16, while the Bark Phone Pro is a Samsung A36. We chose these models specifically because they look like regular smartphones—not bulky "kid phones." While there's no Bark branding on the outside of the device, a small Bark icon does appear on the lock screen, notification screen, and status bar since Bark provides the cellular service. Any Bark apps can be moved or hidden in folders. The phone itself looks just like any other Samsung device. Parents can easily manage their child's Bark Phone from the parent's Android or iOS device. How much does the Bark Phone cost? The Bark Phone and Bark Phone Pro are paid for monthly over 24 months. This monthly cost covers the device only . A Bark wireless plan is required for activating your Bark Phone. Bark Phone: $10/month for 24 months (device payment) Bark Phone Pro: $25/month for 24 months (device payment) There is no activation fee with either phone. Your wireless plan cost is separate from your device payment and includes: A Bark Premium subscription for the entire family Built-in parental controls Unlimited talk & text Mobile data (if you choose a data plan) Starter plan : $29/month for unlimited talk, text, and no internet, app store, or games Advanced plans: $39/month for unlimited talk, text, and Wi-Fi only (no data) $49/month for unlimited talk, text, and 4GB data $59/month for unlimited talk, text, and 8GB data $79/month for unlimited talk, text, and data 1 1 After exceeding 35GB/month of data use, data speeds will be reduced for the remainder of the monthly billing cycle. After exceeding 50GB/month of data usage, data speeds may be reduced further and/or data connection may be turned off for the remainder of the monthly billing cycle. How is a Bark Phone different from a phone with the Bark app? Because Bark’s software is built directly into the phone, it automatically monitors texts, emails, social media, and apps. Bark also can't be deleted from the Bark Phone, which helps ensure the settings you put into this cell phone for kids will stay. The Bark Phone also offers exclusive features that the app doesn’t, including: Contact approvals App install approvals Remote alarms Daily screen time limits Completely tamper-proof settings What does the Bark Phone come with? Every Bark Phone comes with: Unlimited talk and text Bark Premium subscription for the entire family USB-C charging cord A data plan that fits your family’s needs (non-starter plans only) Quick start guide for easy setup Is the Bark Phone Pro waterproof? The Bark Phone Pro has an IP67 rating that makes it water- and dust-resistant, meaning it can handle splashes, spills, and a little dirt. What kind of screen does the Bark Phone Pro have? The Bark Phone Pro has a scratch-resistant screen made with Gorilla Glass, built to provide extra protection for active kids. What if I want to buy the Bark Phone but already have a Bark subscription? If your family already has a Bark Premium subscription, no problem! After your first Bark Phone payment, we'll adjust your plan and add any credits due from your old subscription to your next month's Bark Phone payment. How is the Bark Phone Pro different from the Bark Phone? The Bark Phone Pro comes with all of the same great parental controls (monitoring, blocking, contact approvals, and more) as the Bark Phone but with more memory, a faster processor, and enhanced durability. Scratch-resistant screen and extra protection against drops Water- and dust-resistant to handle splashes, spills, and dust Super-fast octa-core processor for smooth performance 6 GB RAM for seamless video calls and gaming What age is the Bark Phone Pro best for? The Bark Phone Pro is ideal for tweens and teens who are more active on their devices and need a little extra power and durability. But any kid will love the Pro! Is the Bark Phone available outside the U.S.? Right now, the Bark Phone for kids is only available for families located in the U.S. Tell us what country you'd like to bring the Bark Phone to next. What apps are available for the Bark Phone? The Bark Phone offers two app experiences, depending on the level of freedom your child is ready for. Starter Plan This is our most locked-down option. It’s designed for younger kids or teens who need close supervision. Your child can call and text approved contacts. That’s it. No internet access. No apps. No games. Advanced Plans Advanced plans give parents more flexibility as kids grow. You can choose to: Allow app downloads from the Google Play Store Require parent approval for each app Block the app store entirely You stay in control, and you can adjust settings at any time as your child’s needs change. How is the Bark Phone different from other kids’ phones? The Bark Phone stands out from other kid phones because of our advanced content monitoring that comes built-in. Our software automatically scans texts, photos, videos, apps & social media for dangers and sends you an alert if something concerning is found. We also made it completely customizable, because every family — and kid — is different. For younger kids, you can make the Bark Phone work essentially like a non-smartphone with our starter plan, which is talk and text only with no internet access.   As they get older and become ready for more responsibility, you can easily upgrade to our advanced plan and add in access to apps and games. The best part? You keep the same phone! Does the Bark Phone get software updates? Yes! The Bark Phone is updated regularly and automatically to keep up with changes in technology and when we add new features — which happens frequently! We’re constantly in touch with actual Bark Phone parents and implement feedback that families would like to see. What is the Bark Phone return and refund policy? If you cancel your Bark Phone subscription more than 60 days after purchase, you'll need to pay off what remains of the total cost of the phone. After that, the phone is yours to keep. The amount you owe depends on when you cancel. If you’d like to remove Bark’s software and use the phone like a regular Android, our support team can help. Contact us if you have any questions! What happens when my child goes over on data on their Bark Phone? This is a common concern for families! With our kid-safe phones, you’ll always be able to keep an on your child’s data usage from your Bark parent app/dashboard. If your child reaches their allotted data limit for the month, you won’t be charged anything. Their experience on the Bark Phone will simply be reduced speeds — this is called “throttling” and is standard practice for phone carriers.  If you’d like to upgrade your child’s data plan, you can add more GB at any time from your account, and it will go into effect quickly. Rest assured that your account will never automatically upgrade. Your child just may experience slower speeds for streaming and surfing the web. To help reduce data usage, encourage your kid to connect to trusted Wi-Fi networks whenever possible. If I buy the Bark Phone can I also use Bark on my child’s tablet and computer? Absolutely! When you buy a Bark Phone, you get free access to the Bark app, which you can put on other phones, tablets, computers, and more — perfect for siblings! Adding Bark to every device in your house helps create layers of protection for your family no matter how your children get online. If I want to upgrade from the starter plan to an advanced plan later do I need to purchase a new phone? Nope! You keep the same phone and simply upgrade (or downgrade!) straight from the parent app. Changes will go into effect in just a few minutes. Is the Bark Phone compatible with hearing aid technology? FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices The FCC established requirements for devices to be compatible with hearing aids and other hearing devices. For more information, visit the FCC website . The wireless phone devices sold by Bark have been shown to be HAC compatible for GSM, LTE, and UMTS. HAC for Newer Technologies: The wireless phone devices sold by Bark have been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies used. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this device that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this device thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your service provider or the manufacturer of this device for information on hearing aid compatibility. Can I transfer over an existing phone number to the Bark Phone? You sure can! Bark lets you transfer an existing number from another carrier — known as "porting" — at no additional cost! Check out this help article for step-by-step instructions . Is there a warranty or insurance available for the Bark devices? Yes, we offer optional device protection plans with AKKO that cover accidental damage, loss, and more — because life happens. Learn more here . How do I contact Bark with questions? You can reach out to our customer support team — they’re standing by ready to help! Can you video call on the Bark Phone? Yes, users can make video calls on the Bark Phone. The Bark Phone doesn’t have its own built-in video calling app, but users can still access popular services like FaceTime, Zoom, or Google Meet with parental approval. Users can also start or join video calls through Zoom or Google Meet, just like they would on any other Android device. Can you FaceTime on a Bark Phone? Yes, users can join a FaceTime video call on a Bark Phone, even though it’s an Android device. If trusted contacts with an iPhone (iOS 15 or newer) create a FaceTime call link, users can open it in the Bark Phone’s browser and participate in the video call. Ready for a phone that’s safer right out of the box? The Bark Phone’s advanced content monitoring and custom parental controls make it a game-changer for families. Order now