Automatically shut off
Add 30 minutes to a device and have it automatically stop when the time is up. Stop fighting with your kids to end screen time.
Private. Free. Cross-platform.
Free parental control that's practical, private, and built for real homes.
Blanket Fortress helps parents monitor activity, provide limited timed access, block access when needed, and manage Windows PCs, Android devices, and supported smart TVs with a local-first approach. Standalone and self-hosted setups stay free, work offline, and avoid per-device pricing.
Completely free for Windows and Android in standalone modeSelf-hosted household managers stay free tooUnlimited devices without per-device pricing pressureWorks offline for standalone and self-hosted setups
No per-device tax
Add the screens your family actually uses without watching the price climb.
Cloud is optional
Stay local and self-hosted by default, or add hosted convenience later.
Why families would choose Blanket Fortress
Blanket Fortress combines free local use, privacy-first design, and a clear path from simple monitoring to firm enforcement without forcing families into a hosted subscription.
Local-first and private
Your family can stay fully local with standalone or self-hosted setups, keeping oversight close to home instead of pushing it into a hosted dashboard.
Monitoring and enforcement
Start with visibility, then turn on active blocking and time rules when a situation needs firmer boundaries.
Built for the screens that actually shape family life
Blanket Fortress fits mixed-device households, not just a single-device timer or a phone-only dashboard. That matters when real homes span laptops, tablets, TVs, and phones at the same time.
Windows
Background monitoring, blocking and time limits, screenshots, and local-network management and reporting.
Android
Usage monitoring, app limits, quiet hours, launcher replacement mode, and a parent-controlled browser path.
Household management
Parents can review activity from a PC-based manager or a phone-oriented remote app, with centralized control when a local manager is running.
Supported smart TVs
A self-hosted manager can extend oversight to more of the screens that actually matter at home.
Start simple, stay local, add convenience only if you want it
Families can use Blanket Fortress directly on a device, expand to a self-hosted manager for broader household control, or choose an optional cloud path for easier remote access.
Standalone
Install directly on a Windows PC or Android device for a simple setup with local monitoring and control.
Self-hosted manager
Run one local manager when you want centralized reporting, broader household coverage, and smart TV control.
Optional Blanket Fortress Cloud
Choose hosted convenience for away-from-home access without making cloud dependency the default path.
Visibility first, enforcement when needed
Parents can review usage history, monitor device state, and apply controls from the available management surfaces while keeping the setup local-first.
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Why this product is different
Local-first control instead of mandatory cloud lock-in
Many parental control tools charge more as your household grows or make hosted service the only option. Blanket Fortress is taking the opposite route.
No per-device tax
Free standalone Windows and Android use, plus free self-hosted managers.
Privacy as a feature
Keep control local, then add hosted convenience only if that tradeoff is worth it.
No internet by default
Standalone and self-hosted flows do not require a constant external connection.
Whole-home coverage
Windows, Android, parent management surfaces, and supported TV control all fit together.
FAQ
Is it really free?
Yes. Blanket Fortress is free for Windows and Android in standalone mode, and self-hosted managers are free as well. Only the optional Blanket Fortress Cloud service is paid.
Do I need the cloud service?
No. You can use Blanket Fortress with standalone or self-hosted setups and keep everything local. Cloud is only there for families who want simpler remote access.
Does it work without internet?
Yes. Standalone and self-hosted setups work without internet access. An internet connection only matters if you choose the optional cloud path.
Is there a device limit?
No. Blanket Fortress is built to stay free for as many devices as your household needs.