Pricing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

One plan. Every child. Every device. No surprises.

Monthly Annual 2 months free
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Everything Included

Every feature, every family

No tiers. No add-ons. Everything below is included from day one.

Activity Monitoring
  • Text messages & iMessages
  • Phone calls & call logs
  • Contacts & contact relationships
  • Photos & media
  • Web browsing history
  • Installed apps
  • Full conversation context — not just keywords
  • 25+ apps & platforms Coming soon
  • Real-time location tracking Coming soon
Safety Alerts
  • Real-time alerts for safety concerns
  • Detection of cyberbullying — as target or participant
  • Alerts for contact with potential online predators
  • Early warning signs of self-harm or emotional distress
  • Exposure to adult or inappropriate content
  • Drug and substance references
  • 30+ safety categories covered
  • Alert history and resolution tracking
Digital Insights
  • A clear picture of your child's digital social life
  • Who your child is communicating with most
  • Communication trends over time
  • Contact relationship mapping
  • New contact detection
  • 7-day rolling data retention
Family & Customization
  • Unlimited children
  • Unlimited devices per child
  • Age-based sensitivity customization
  • Per-child monitoring settings
  • Multiple parent/guardian accounts
Support & Security
  • Priority email support
  • Real humans — not bots
  • End-to-end encryption
  • We never sell your data
  • No contracts — cancel anytime
Why 221Buddy

The smarter choice for families

Other monitoring tools flag keywords and flood you with false alarms. 221Buddy reads the full picture so you only get alerted when it matters.

Unlimited devices

Every phone, tablet, and device your child uses — covered under one flat rate. Most competitors charge per device or cap you at two.

Lowest false-positive rate

Our AI understands context, not just words. "I'm going to kill this test" is not an alert. You won't be woken up at 2 am over a movie quote.

Real, human support

When your child's safety is on the line, you need a real answer fast. Our support team — actual people — responds to priority requests within hours.

Full conversation context

Keyword scanners see one word. We show you the whole thread — who said what, when, and what came before and after — so you can make an informed decision.

Privacy-first

Your family's data is never sold, never shared with advertisers. We make money from subscriptions — not from your children.

Transparent, flat pricing

One plan. One price. No per-child fees, no per-device upsells, no surprise charges. Know exactly what you pay before you sign up.

FAQ

Common questions

What is 221Buddy?

221Buddy is a family safety platform that helps parents stay connected and informed about their children's digital activity. It provides real-time alerts, conversation insights, and monitoring tools — all in one place — so families can have meaningful conversations about online safety.

How do I add a child account?

Once you're signed in, navigate to Settings → Family and click Add Child. You'll be guided through a short setup wizard to link your child's device. Each child gets their own profile, and you can manage permissions and alerts independently for each one.

What devices and platforms are supported?

221Buddy currently supports iOS and Android devices. Monitoring features require the 221Buddy companion app to be installed on your child's device. We recommend keeping the companion app updated to ensure you receive the latest alerts and activity data.

Is my family's data private and secure?

Yes. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest. We do not sell your data or share it with third parties. Only you — the account holder — can view your family's activity. You can review our full privacy practices on the Privacy Policy page.

How do alerts work?

Alerts are triggered when 221Buddy detects activity that matches your monitoring preferences — such as specific keywords, contact patterns, or usage thresholds. You'll receive a notification and can review the flagged activity in the Alerts section of your dashboard. You can customize alert sensitivity in Settings → Alerts.

How do I contact support?

If you have a question that isn't answered here, visit our Help Center for detailed guides. You can also reach our support team directly from your account settings. We aim to respond to all inquiries within one business day.

Still have questions?

Browse our full Help Center for detailed guides and support articles.

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