# Overview

## Will my phone be damaged if I install the Agent app?

No. The Agent app is safe and tested. Android may show warnings, but these are standard for apps installed outside the Play Store. Make sure you download it only from our official website.

## Is it legal to install the Agent app?

Yes, as long as you install it on a device you own or manage, and with the full knowledge and consent of the user. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

## What if the device reboots or the app is closed? Will it continue working?

Yes, the app is designed to restart automatically in the background after reboot, as long as it has the correct permissions.

## What permissions do I need to allow during installation?

You will need to grant access to Location, SMS, Phone, Contacts, and Background Activity. These are essential for data collection features to work correctly.

## Can I install the Agent app remotely?

No. Due to operating system security rules, manual installation on the target device is required. Remote installation is not supported.

## Can I install the Agent app on iOS (iPhone/iPad)?

No. iOS does not allow background tracking apps to be installed outside of the App Store. The Agent app is currently available only for Android.

Remember that it is an Agent app, which means the app is to collect information about the device, including ambient voice recording (audio stream). It is a full version.

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Luckily, we have the LITE version of the Agent app, which is the version installed on your child's phone, but only reads some information, such as GPS, Phone Call History, and other data that Google (CH Play) and Apple (App Store) allow. According to the plan, in September 2025, we will have this LITE version approved in the two stores mentioned above.
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