What Has Been the Growth of the Parental Control Software Market So Far?
The parental control software market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The market size of parental control software has been experiencing fast expansion in recent years. It is projected to increase from $2.16 billion in 2024 to $2.48 billion in 2025, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.8%.
The growth experienced during the past period can be accounted for by the surge in internet usage among children, escalating worries about online safety, the spread of digital devices, the extensive growth of social media platforms, and the increasing necessity for screen time management.
What Is the Forecasted Market Size and Growth Rate for The Parental Control Software Market Size In The Coming Years?
The parental control software market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Expectations for the parental control software market predict a swift expansion in the upcoming years with projections reaching $4.25 billion by 2029, showcasing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4%.
This accelerated development during the projection period can be linked to factors such as the escalating incorporation of smart home electronics, heightened consciousness of digital dependency, the prevalence of distance learning platforms, a need for all-encompassing digital family safety solutions, and the progression of regulatory standards augmenting online safety measures. Critical developments predicted during this period include the implementation of AI-centered surveillance capabilities, integration with IoT gadgets, customizable and adaptive command configurations, amplified focus on data confidentiality and security, progress in real-time action reporting and analysis, and the widespread adoption of cloud-based solutions.
What Factors Are Driving Growth In The Parental Control Software Market?
The rise in internet usage is predicted to stimulate the expansion of the parental control software market. With a vast network of interlinked computers and servers communicating using specific standards for data exchange, the Internet enables the provision of information and connects users through platforms and services like email, social media, and streamlining. Internet penetration owes its increase to digital communication, e-commerce, improved Internet infrastructure, and online streaming. Parental control software provides parents with tools to regulate their children's internet usage, setting boundaries, filtering unsuitable content, and monitoring online habits. This software plays a crucial role in protecting children from online threats and promoting correct internet usage. For example, a survey by the Pew Research Center in January 2024, an impartial U.S. thinktank, revealed that adult Internet usage in the U.S. had risen from 91% in 2021 to 95% in 2023. Consequently, the surge in internet penetration is powering the expansion of the parental control software market.
What Are The Main Segments Of The Global Parental Control Software Market?
The parental control softwaremarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Device Type: Smart Phone And Tablets, Computers And Video Game, Digital Television, Other Types
2) By Operating System: Windows, Android, iPhone Operating System (iOS), Cross Platform Or Multiplatform
3) By Pricing: Free, Paid
4) By Deployment: On-Premise, Cloud
5) By Application: Residential, Commercial, Educational Institutions
Subsegments:
1) Smart Phone And Tablets: Mobile Apps, Device-Specific Software, Remote Monitoring Solutions
2) Computers And Video Game: Desktop Software, Console-Based Software, Web Filters
3) Digital Television: Streaming Service Controls, Set-Top Box Filters, Channel Blocking Features
4) Other Types: Smart Home Devices, IoT Device Monitoring, Wearable Device Controls
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What Trends Are Shaping The Parental Control Software Market?
Leading firms in the parental control software market are concentrating on the creation of innovative technologies such as AI-enabled monitoring applications which set limits for safeguarding children's online activities. An AI-enabled monitoring app is a software program that utilizes artificial intelligence to monitor and control user behavior. It tracks the online patterns of children, identifies potential threats, and gives suggestions for online safety. For example, in February 2023, FamilyKeeper, a parental management app for Android and iOS, was introduced by Reason Cybersecurity Ltd., a cybersecurity firm based in the USA. This app allows parents to monitor the content and interaction of their child's social media chat. Additionally, it provides the location of the child using their device and aids in managing screen addiction by enabling time restrictions on device usage. FamilyKeeper also offers advice on how to tackle online threats and face digital obstacles by providing tips and best practices for parents. Its toolset includes geofencing, schedule setting for screen time, and keyword tracking to address various digital safety issues.
Who Are the Key Players In The Parental Control Software Market?
Major companies operating in the parental control software market are:
• NETGEAR INC.
• AO Kaspersky Lab
• ESET spol. s r.o.
• Bitdefender
• Panda Security S.L.U
• F-Secure Corporation
• Webroot Software Inc.
• Securly Inc.
• Sophos Ltd.
• Covenant Eyes Inc.
• Qustodio LLC
• Bark Technologies Inc.
• Net Nanny
• Mobicip LLC
• Screen Time Labs Ltd.
• Norton Family
• Surfblocker
• Kidgy
• Spyrix
• GRYPHON Online Safety Inc.
• OurPact
What Is The Most Dominant Region In The Parental Control Software Market?
North America was the largest region in the parental control software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the parental control software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
