Christian Parenting Apps | Raise Children Biblically

Qustodio

Comprehensive cross-platform parental control and digital wellbeing platform for families. Set screen time limits, filter web content, block apps, track location, receive AI-powered alerts for suspicious messages and in-game voice chat, monitor social media, and set custom routines — all from one dashboard across iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and Kindle.

minno

Minno is the leading Christian streaming platform for kids ages 2–10, offering hundreds of hours of ad-free, faith-filled shows, Bible stories, worship music, and family devotionals. Features VeggieTales, original series like Young David and Laugh and Grow Bible, and content vetted by a 50+ point checklist. Now includes a screen-free audio platform with CarPlay and Android Auto, featuring Adventures in Odyssey and 100+ hours of audio content. Home to the Young David series that inspired the $70M+ theatrical film DAVID.

Instill Kids Bedtime Prayer

Personalized, Scripture-based bedtime prayers that speak your child's name aloud with soothing Christian music. Designed for ages 3–12 to build spiritual identity, overcome anxiety, and sleep peacefully. Features automatic prayer timers and repeat-after-me mode for younger kids.

Bible Memory Kids

Bible Memory Kids helps young children memorize Scripture through illustrated artwork, original songs, and simplified one-key typing — designed by the makers of The Bible Memory App for pre-readers and families building a biblical foundation together. iOS only, one-time purchase.

Axis

Axis is a donor-funded 501(c)(3) Christian ministry with a 4/4 Charity Navigator rating, equipping parents to have gospel-centered conversations with their teens about culture, technology, identity, and faith through free guides, podcasts, videos, immersive Experiences, and a weekly Culture Translator email reaching hundreds of thousands of parents.

Gabb Wireless

Kid-safe phones and watches with no internet, social media, or app store — just calls, texts, GPS, and a camera. Current lineup: Gabb Watch 3e (ages 5–12) and Gabb Phone 4 (ages 9–13), with Gabb Music streaming and the Gabb Go activity app. Ethan Blount serves as CEO.

UCB Spark

Free daily video devotional app for kids aged 10-12 by United Christian Broadcasters (UCB). Bible-based videos with interactive activities, games, and prayers — ad-free, no sign-in required, no data collected.

The Pour Over

The Pour Over is a free, politically neutral Christian news source reaching 1.6M+ readers three times a week with concise news summaries paired with Scripture and an eternal perspective. Available via email newsletter and a dedicated iOS app, it also offers Decaf (a family edition), a weekly podcast, News Health (a spinoff on spiritually healthy news habits), and a BibleGateway partnership. Ad-supported, always free, with seven-figure annual revenue.

Families Arising App

A free faith-based app by Families Arising offering Christian moms a structured Growth 360 Curriculum, devotionals, Bible studies, coaching, community features including group events, and family resources — reaching 349K+ people across 205+ countries with a new Family Ambassador mentoring pathway.

Gertrude

Gertrude is an open-source parental control suite for Mac, iPhone, and iPad built by a Christian homeschool dad that takes a default-deny approach to internet filtering, with screenshot monitoring, keystroke logging, a safe podcast app for kids, and an iOS app that blocks content loopholes Apple's Screen Time leaves open.

Bark

Comprehensive AI-powered parental controls covering 30+ apps, texts, and emails — with screen time management, web filtering, GPS tracking, an AI assistant for parents, and a full product ecosystem including the Bark Phone (endorsed by Tim Tebow), Bark Phone Pro, Bark Watch, Bark Home, and Bark Wireless. Covers 7.3 million kids and 3,400+ school districts. Now monitors Google Gemini.

Gabb Music

Kid-safe music streaming built from the ground up — millions of songs across every genre, filtered for explicit content, innuendo, and inappropriate themes. No parental controls needed. TIME Best Inventions 2025 Special Mention, 2026 NAPPA Award Winner.

Evergrace

Evergrace is a Christian bedtime audio story app for kids, created by a team of Australian Christian families. It offers peaceful, Bible-truth-filled narrated stories with original music and sound effects across 35+ titles, helping children wind down at bedtime while growing in faith. Uses one-time story bundle purchases instead of subscriptions.

Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 for Families

Free DNS resolver from Cloudflare that blocks malware and adult content at the network level. Change two numbers in your router settings and every device on your home Wi-Fi is protected — no apps or subscriptions required. Also available through ISP partnerships for automatic family-safe browsing.

Glorifind Search Engine

Glorifind is a free, ad-supported Christian search engine that searches the entire web with always-on safe search, faith-positive ranking boosts, and a gold border highlighting Christian-owned sites. The same creator also built ABCSearch.org, a kid-friendly companion search engine.

clearspace

A screen time coach that helps you break phone addiction through mindful pauses, timed sessions, and physical challenges — now with a Chrome extension for desktop, Step to Scroll via Apple Health, and AI-powered parental VPN controls in development. Backed by Y Combinator, featured on the Huberman Lab podcast, named Forbes 30 Under 30.

Lightgliders

Lightgliders is a virtual world of Christian faith, games, and community for kids ages 6–14. Co-created by Zach Fay and Derek Holser, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit offers weekly Bible-based activities, safe multiplayer gameplay, and tools for parents — helping families redeem screen time and grow together in faith.

DigitalParenting.com

A research-based, biblically grounded digital parenting resource offering a 7-step framework, a highly rated companion guidebook, a 10-week church small group course, and an online community to help Christian families navigate technology safely.

Bible Engagement Project

Free, age-aligned digital discipleship curriculum from the Assemblies of God covering preschool through adults across four years (Listen, Learn, Live, Lead) — now discipling nearly 800,000 people weekly in 176 countries with 600+ videos, family devotions, Scripture Memorization Games, and the KidminRoadmap planning tool.

Foster the City

A free app for churches partnering with Foster the City, connecting Foster Parents, Support Friends, and Advocates through shared calendars, prayer requests, messaging, an Inspiration and Hope screen, and curated foster care resources — helping families foster longer and better with a retention rate nearly double the national average.

Listener Kids

Listener Kids offers modern, Christ-centered animated music videos and songs for kids ages 2–8, featuring revamped Sunday school classics from Grammy-nominated producer Jonny Macintosh and singer-songwriter Sarah Macintosh — with nearly 2 million YouTube subscribers, a combined billion-plus views, and an ad-free app with offline viewing, available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, and Minno.

Safe Surfer

Safe Surfer is a New Zealand-built internet filtering platform that blocks pornography and harmful content across all family devices with screen time management, browsing history, nudity detection, and an exclusive Samsung kid-safe phone partnership across NZ and Australia — recognized with two Bronze Cannes Lions in 2025 and active on 500K+ devices worldwide.

Kidslox Parental Control

Cross-platform parental control app for iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac. Block apps or categories, set daily screen time limits with up to 5 custom schedules, filter web content across 4 million+ URLs, monitor social media activity on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, detect nudity in photo galleries, track locations with geofencing alerts, and use screen time rewards — all from one account covering up to 10 devices.

Biblingo

Learn biblical Greek, Hebrew, and Latin through an immersive, research-backed app with interactive lessons, graded readers, live weekly courses, homeschool curriculum, and a global learning community. Free flashcard plan covers all three languages; paid plans for full curriculum. iOS, Android, Web.

Limit Phone

A hardcore Android app blocker that uses system-level MDM to block social media, porn, and gambling — genuinely unbreakable without a factory reset. Includes a custom Firefox browser with built-in website blocking, delay timers for individuals, and PIN protection for families. Still in Beta with a growing roadmap.

Formed

Catholic streaming platform by the Augustine Institute offering thousands of exclusive study programs, movies, documentaries, audio dramas, e-books, kids' shows, and daily reflections. Trusted by 1.6M users and 5,000+ parishes worldwide. New in 2026: Based on a True Saint documentary series featuring Carlo Acutis and The Violinist.

Bentkey

Bentkey is a family-friendly kids' streaming service from The Daily Wire, offering ad-free original shows and curated international content for children ages 2–12. Available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and smart TVs. The service remains operational after its dedicated team was laid off in April 2025 amid broader Daily Wire financial restructuring.

Dude Perfect App

Free family-friendly streaming app from the five Christian friends behind YouTube's biggest sports channel (62M subscribers). Unlimited trick shots, comedy, and game shows — every ad guaranteed family-safe. Built on their shared mission to glorify Jesus Christ through trusted entertainment.

Scout - Online Accountability

Lightweight browser extension that monitors user-chosen websites and keywords, sending timestamped screenshots directly to an accountability partner's email — no dashboards, no stored logs, voluntary transparency. Available on Chrome, Firefox, and Chromium-based browsers with a free tier and low-cost subscription. Actively maintained with regular updates across both stores.

Tech Lockdown

Multi-layered DNS content filtering platform with bypass prevention tools, an Apple Device Config Generator, and the LivingRoom for Families iOS companion app for screenshot-based monitoring with automatic nudity detection. Founded by Ben Bozzay, a Christian developer who built it as a practical tool for freedom from pornography and digital addiction.

LeadMeNot

LeadMeNot is a digital wellness and accountability platform that helps individuals and families overcome destructive digital habits — including pornography, social media overuse, and digital gambling — through app blocking, website filtering, accountability partner alerts, journaling, and Safety Checks, available on Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS, and an official YouVersion Bible App partner.

Fast Facts About Pornography

A research-backed collection of 100+ statistics on pornography's effects across 26 filterable categories including a new AI/Deepfakes section — by Fight the New Drug, a non-religious nonprofit now part of the PHASE Alliance, with an AI assistant at ask.ftnd.org.

Adventures in Odyssey Club

A subscription streaming app from Focus on the Family with 1,000+ Adventures in Odyssey audio drama episodes, over 1,000 devotions, games, and exclusive content — helping kids ages 8–12 grow in faith through beloved, fully dramatized storytelling. Going fully digital in 2026 with an animated feature film, Journey into the Impossible, arriving in theaters fall 2026.

Land of Promise Minecraft Server

A Christian Minecraft server with 1:1 scale biblical landmarks where kids ages 7–12 join facilitated Bible education sessions, explore Jerusalem and the Tabernacle, and grow in faith through interactive gameplay — now also offering a 12-month Builders Program to equip churches worldwide to launch their own Minecraft ministry.

Canopy

AI-powered parental control app that filters explicit images and videos in real-time from within any website or social platform — built on Israeli technology protecting 2M+ devices. Includes sexting prevention, screen time management, an AI Chatbot Filter for chatbot safety, and a privacy-first accountability partner mode ("Ally") launched in 2025 for adult use. Trusted by 200K+ families, partnered with the NYS PTA, and endorsed by The Gospel Coalition and Focus on the Family.

Bible Kids App

Free, ad-free animated Bible stories for kids ages 3-12+ — around 70 films across multiple series and age groups (Juniors, Explorers, Tweens), plus the Noah musical and the newly released Elisha and the Chariots of Fire (May 2026). A gift from BCC Media, a non-profit foundation within Brunstad Christian Church. Available in 15+ languages with 50K+ downloads and 213K+ YouTube subscribers.

MyTRIBE.watch

A family Bible streaming platform by Pastor Jason David (Sluyter) that teaches Scripture chronologically through comedy-infused video episodes, interactive worksheets, Bible games, and original music — now expanding into juvenile detention ministry with a growing multi-series content library across all major platforms.

Yippee TV

A Christian streaming platform for kids and families featuring the largest VeggieTales collection (80+ episodes), Superbook, exclusive Danny Go! content, and 250+ series — ad-free, algorithm-free, and reviewed by parents and pastors. Owned by TBN. Added The Wiggles' Wiggle and Learn in April 2026 and partnered with The Action Bible for the Daily Devo Show.

helloHOPE

A free app from a 501(c)(3) nonprofit by founders Andrew and Mary Beth Thomas, offering daily Scripture, prayer prompts, calming music by Stanton Lanier, and real family stories to help parents navigate a childhood diagnosis with hope and faith.

Covenant Eyes

The pioneer in internet accountability software — AI-powered screen monitoring, porn blocking, 40+ counselor-reviewed recovery mini-courses, emotional check-ins, and a supportive community for individuals, couples, and families. Founded in 2000 by Ron DeHaas after personal tragedy, now 100% employee-owned and trusted by 1.7M+ people. Named after Job 31:1. Also offers 5 Stones, a free church resource kit for fighting pornography congregation-wide.

Sabbath Space

Sabbath Space pairs a physical NFC keychain tag with an iOS and Android app to block distracting apps and notifications, helping Christians reclaim screen time for God, family, and intentional rest.

Accountable2You

Accountable2You is a cross-platform accountability app that monitors device activity across six platforms — including Linux and Chromebook — and shares transparent reports with trusted partners through a dedicated Reports app. Founded in 2006 by Ben and Alissa Lawrence, it serves individuals, families, churches, and schools worldwide with features like custom trigger words, time-based alerts, and exportable activity history.

BRAVE+

A faith-based kids' streaming platform from BRAVE Books (founded by Dr. Trent Talbot) featuring 60+ parent-vetted shows including beloved classics, children's audiobooks, and the original series Iggy and Mr. Kirk with Kirk Cameron — now in Season 2. Serves 31,000+ families across iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and web.

LivingRoom for Families

Screen recording-based parental monitoring for iPhone and iPad that captures activity across every app — including incognito browsing, Snapchat, and iMessage — with automatic nudity detection and blocking. Built by two Christian dads, including the founder of Tech Lockdown.

Love Nudge™ Mobile App

The official companion app to Dr. Gary Chapman's The 5 Love Languages®, published by The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago under the Love Language Brand. Take the Love Language quiz with your partner, set personalized relationship goals, track your Love Tank, and send playful nudges — turning intentional love into a daily habit.

VidAngel

A streaming content filter that connects to Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Peacock, Paramount+, and Amazon add-on channels (AMC+, BritBox, Hallmark+, MGM+, PBS Masterpiece, STARZ) — letting families skip or mute profanity, nudity, violence, and other content scene by scene. Over 1M users, 20,000+ filtered titles. Now includes Content Guides for informed viewing decisions before you press play. Also includes Angel Studios originals (The Chosen, Dry Bar Comedy). Available on all major platforms including Apple Vision.

TruPlay Games

A subscription-based Christian gaming platform for kids ages 4–12, featuring 15+ Bible-based games, comics, and videos across 100+ hours of content in an ad-free, kidSAFE-certified environment. Founded by Brent Dusing, available in 28 countries, endorsed by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Christianity Today, and actively expanding with new titles including Lucas Mission Starhope and King David's Battles.

Focus on the Family App

Free Christian family resource app from Focus on the Family featuring the daily broadcast with Jim Daly, articles, devotions, assessments, group messaging, and community tools for every season of life — marriage, parenting, and beyond. Founded by Dr. James Dobson in 1977, now serving families in 98 countries.

TheoScope

TheoScope is a web-based AI tool that instantly scores Christian media — books, podcasts, movies, and faith apps — on biblical faithfulness, theological depth, and doctrinal alignment, helping pastors, parents, and readers decide what to read, listen to, and watch.

BBC Media App

A free streaming app from BCC Media (Brunstad Christian Church) featuring animated Bible series like "Bible Heroes of Faith," the "Noah – A New Beginning" musical in nine languages, the newly released "Elisha and the Chariots of Fire" film in 15 languages, exclusive Bible studies with quizzes, and ad-free kids' content — built by a Norwegian non-profit media foundation with roots going back to 1998.

I'm Safe

I'm Safe is a free personal and family safety app with private location-sharing circles, one-tap SOS alerts, and Bluetooth safety devices — recommended by Australia's national domestic violence support service.

WonderfulWorks

A faith-based streaming platform introducing toddlers and preschoolers to Jesus through Christ-centered nursery rhymes, animated Bible lessons, and original songs — created by educators and worship leaders for ages 0–5, with church partnerships and weekly new content.

Pinwheel Wireless

Purpose-built smartphones, smartwatches, and a screen-free home phone for kids ages 5–18 with parent-controlled apps, contact safelists, text monitoring, GPS tracking, routines, a free kid-safe AI chat app (PinwheelGPT), and no social media or open internet access. Named a Wirecutter and Forbes Vetted top pick for 2026. Available in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.

Parent Cue App

Parent Cue App helps parents raise kids with faith and character through weekly cues, Bible story videos, memory verses, and devotionals tailored to each child's age and phase, with a church finder connecting families to 34,000+ partner congregations.

Clearplay

ClearPlay is a Chrome browser extension that filters violence, language, and sexual content from movies and TV shows on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, Max, and Apple TV+ in real time. Protected under the Family Movie Act of 2005 and serving over 60,000 users, it lets families customize their viewing experience with a 30-day free trial.

Lectio for Families

A free daily family devotional from 24-7 Prayer using the P.R.A.Y. pattern (Pause, Rejoice, Ask, Yes) — 5-10 minute Bible readings, discussion questions, and prayer prompts designed for families with children ages 7-11. Written and read by an international team of adults and kids from 6+ countries across 4 continents. Web-based with active daily content following the church calendar.

Family ID Assessment

A free faith-based family assessment that identifies your household as one of 16 family types through four core principles — Identity, Purpose, Direction, and Application — helping Christian families discover who they are, define their values, and lead with shared vision. Backed by a 25-year nonprofit ministry with partnerships spanning Life.Church, RightNow Media, and YouVersion.

Verso

Verso is a family-safe iOS music app that uses AI to mute profanity, slurs, and blasphemy from songs in your Apple Music library in real time — now with a recommendation engine, soft skip noise for smooth filtering transitions, parental controls, and a waitlist for Android and Spotify support.