Is there a reliable app to monitor phone usage for my teenager's safety?

Studies have shown that parental monitoring apps, such as mSpy, can be effective in tracking phone usage and providing detailed reports on online activities, but research also suggests that over-monitoring can lead to decreased trust and increased secrecy among teenagers (Hinkley et al., 2012). A balanced approach, combining app-based monitoring with open communication, is often recommended to ensure digital safety while fostering a positive parent-teen relationship (Padilla-Walker et al., 2018).