This guide walks you through every step of installing SpyHuman on your child's Android device. Watch the video for a quick walkthrough, or follow the screenshot-guided steps below.
This short video covers the entire process. Follow along or watch first and use the steps below.
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Register a free SpyHuman account using your email. Log in to the SpyHuman Dashboard and download the Installer App onto the target Android device.
Open the installer app. Complete these security settings:
Tap "Disable Play Protect" → Play Protect settings → tap gear icon (top-right) → turn off "Scan apps with Play Protect" → tap "Turn off" → go back.
Tap "Allow Unknown Apps" → Settings → switch ON “Allow from this source” → go back.
No previous installation? Already checked. Just verify and proceed.
Tap "Download SpyHuman App". Android shows: "Install this app?" — the app name appears as "Wi-Fi" with a Wi-Fi icon.
Tap "Install" → wait for installation → tap "Open".
Choose your mode and tap "AGREE AND CONTINUE".
| Mode | App Icon | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring of Minor Children Recommended | Hidden | Parental control |
| Monitoring for Employee | Visible | Workplace |
| Personal Use Only | Visible | Personal backup |
The Configuration screen appears. Work through each permission:
Tap "Allow" on each popup: Camera, Location, Audio, Contacts, Notifications.
Tap "Allow Restricted Settings" when prompted.
On App Info screen, tap three-dot menu (⋮) and select allow for Wi-Fi.
Find "Wi-Fi" → toggle ON "Use Wi-Fi" → tap "Allow".
Find "Wi-Fi" → toggle ON → tap "Allow".
Tap option → tap "Allow".
Toggle ON "Allow access to manage all files".
Tap "Activate this device admin app".
Find "Wi-Fi" → toggle ON "Permit access to app usage data".
Find "Wi-Fi" → toggle ON "Allow display over other apps".
Tap "Allow" in the popup.
Completed in Step 2. No action needed.
Tap "Allow" — ensures auto-restart.
Select "Wi-Fi" → tap "Set as Default".
Select "Wi-Fi" → tap "Set as Default".
All permissions done! Tap "Next". Popup asks to uninstall installer — tap "Uninstall".
Login screen appears with three fields:
Tap "Login". Final screen: "Application Installed Successfully". Tap "OK" — done!
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About 3–5 minutes. Watch the video above to see it in real time.
In Minor Children mode, SpyHuman uses a disguised name so children cannot find or uninstall it.
Complete Step 2: disable Play Protect and enable Unknown Sources. Reboot and retry.
Initial sync takes up to 24 hours. Verify internet and all Step 5 permissions.
Re-apply device settings and permissions. If removed, reinstall from scratch. Contact support for help.
Monitoring software use is regulated by local laws. You must:
SpyHuman is intended for legitimate parental control and employee monitoring with proper authorization.