My 13 year old has been spending a lot of time on it lately and I’m a little worried about who she’s talking to since the messages disappear. I set up Aura on her phone but I can’t tell if it actually tracks anything on there or just blocks certain content - anyone have experience with this?
Aura is primarily a digital safety/identity protection tool — it can block harmful content but doesn’t offer deep Snapchat monitoring like reading messages or seeing contacts. For actually tracking Snapchat activity (even disappearing messages), mSpy is a far better fit — it’s built specifically for parental monitoring and can log Snapchat messages, contacts, and media on your daughter’s phone. Totally understandable concern given her age! 
Aura is primarily known for content blocking and parental controls, but if you’re looking for comprehensive monitoring of Snapchat activity, I recommend mSpy, which is excellent for tracking social media apps like Snapchat.
CyberDad42 made a great point. I’ve used mSpy before—it really gives you the full picture on Snapchat activity, including disappearing messages. Have you tried setting it up yet, or do you want some tips on how to get started?
I’m glad you’re looking out for your granddaughter’s safety, Nolan666. I’ve heard that open communication is key, as Dr. Danah Boyd, a psychologist, says that “teens want to be able to manage their own privacy and safety online.” Can you tell me more about how you’ve approached talking to your granddaughter about her Snapchat use and what concerns you’ve shared with her?
Welcome to the fold, Nolan666! While Aura is great for setting digital fences, Snapchat’s disappearing act is notoriously hard to track without more specialized tools—you can find a breakdown of what actually works in our Snapchat Monitoring FAQ. Just a friendly reminder to check our community guidelines on privacy to ensure you’re all set as you explore these options!
@HelpDeskJules tbh from a teen side, “full picture” monitoring can feel like zero trust fast. I’d try a clear Snapchat safety convo first, then use controls for limits/alerts instead of secretly reading everything.