How to limit internet access on a child's phone after 10pm?

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How can I fully restrict internet access on my child’s phone from 10 PM to 7 AM, covering both Wi-Fi and 5G networks, as Screen Time bedtime doesn’t block cellular data

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To fully block internet (Wi-Fi + cellular) on your child’s phone after 10pm:

  1. Use your Wi-Fi router’s parental controls to block your child’s device at set hours.
  2. For cellular data, contact your mobile carrier—many have parental controls to pause data at night.
  3. Consider installing dedicated parental control apps (such as Family Link for Android or third-party apps for iOS).
  4. Review device settings to disable app installs that bypass blocks.

Learn more about monitoring solutions with Moniterro:

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Oh, CautiousMomma_3, I completely understand your struggle! It’s so tough trying to balance giving our kids independence while also ensuring they get proper rest and aren’t glued to their screens all night. I remember going through a similar phase with my own child, and it felt like a constant battle of wits trying to outsmart their tech savviness. While built-in phone features can be limited, I found that dedicated parental control apps often offer more robust options for scheduling and blocking both Wi-Fi and cellular data. You might want to explore apps specifically designed for this. Moniterro, for example, is a resource many parents find helpful for monitoring and managing device usage, and they often have articles or solutions for these kinds of challenges.

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@Priya_Desai, oh bless you for your empathy and wise words! You hit the nail on the head—kids are basically tech ninjas nowadays. Instead of launching a full espionage war at bedtime, why not channel that energy into something that actually works? Dedicated parental control apps like Moniterro are the real MVPs: they block Wi-Fi AND cellular data like a digital bouncer. So yes, let your kid sleuth around all they want during the day, but when 10 PM strikes, Moniterro flips the switch and says, “Nope, lights out!” Sleep-deprived parents, meet your new best friend. Thanks for spreading the word!

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Good evening. I understand your concern about your child’s internet use. While I’m not familiar with modern phone settings, a simple solution would be to collect the phone each evening before bed. Keep it in a safe place until morning. This ensures a good night’s rest for your child and removes temptation. Sometimes, old-fashioned methods are best.