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HomeGuard Professional 1.7.1

Veridium Software  ❘ Demo
Windows
Latest Version
1.7.1

HomeGuard Professional: Advanced Parental Control and Monitoring Software

Pete Milner

HomeGuard Professional offers robust features for monitoring online activity, ensuring a safe environment for children while providing intuitive controls for parents.
2025 Editor's Rating
HomeGuard professional is an easy to use software with extensive monitoring and blocking features for tracking and controlling the use of computers in home and office networks. HomeGuard records web activity and automatically blocks all adult and inappropriate content in websites in addition to customizable website block and allow lists and filtering based on file type (e.g.: exe downloads).
It also records detailed reports on usage of programs including active usage time, run time, bandwidth used, mouse clicks and keystrokes typed in each program with the option to block or time limit certain programs or games. Plus screen capture, periodically or based on specific events, chat and email monitoring and filtering, printer and USB devices monitoring and blocking, Internet time restrictions, network connection monitoring and filtering, email notifications and more.

Monitoring Data collected by HomeGuard on monitored (client) computers can be viewed remotely using the HomeGuard server component which keeps a main database of monitoring records that is securely and automatically synchronized with client computers with support for compression and 256-bit strong encryption of all data transfered over the network. The server component runs as a Windows service and can also be used to remotely change monitoring and blocking settings.

HomeGuard runs, by default, in stealth mode completely hidden and undetectable, however, it can be set to show warnings to users when anything is blocked. Either way it is uninstallable, unclosable and cannot be bypassed using proxy servers.

Overview

HomeGuard Professional is a Demo software in the category Security developed by Veridium Software.

The latest version of HomeGuard Professional is 1.7.1, released on 11/13/2014. It was initially added to our database on 11/13/2014.

HomeGuard Professional runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

HomeGuard Professional has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

  • User-friendly interface that allows for easy navigation.
  • Comprehensive features for monitoring and controlling computer activity.
  • Supports the tracking of internet usage, application usage, and keystrokes.
  • Ability to set up alerts for specific user activities or behaviors.
  • Remote access feature enables monitoring from different locations.
  • Offers detailed reports and analytics for better understanding of user behavior.
  • Can help in preventing data leaks by monitoring external device usage.

Cons

  • May raise privacy concerns among users being monitored.
  • Initial setup can be time-consuming for some users.
  • Requires a learning curve to utilize all advanced features effectively.
  • Not all features are available on all operating systems, limiting portability.
  • Pricing might be considered high for small businesses or individual users.
  • Potential for performance impact on the monitored systems if not configured correctly.

FAQ

What is HomeGuard Professional?

HomeGuard Professional is a comprehensive computer monitoring software designed to track and control computer usage in homes and businesses.

What features does HomeGuard Professional offer?

HomeGuard Professional offers features such as website blocking, program usage restrictions, internet monitoring, keystroke logging, and more.

How does HomeGuard Professional help in monitoring computer activities?

HomeGuard Professional tracks and records all computer activity, including internet usage, program usage, keystrokes, and screenshots to provide detailed insights.

Is HomeGuard Professional suitable for parental control?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional can be used for parental control purposes to monitor and manage children's computer activities.

Can HomeGuard Professional block websites?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional allows users to block specific websites or categories to control internet access.

Is HomeGuard Professional compatible with both Windows and Mac computers?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems.

Does HomeGuard Professional offer remote monitoring capabilities?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional enables users to remotely monitor computer activities from any location.

Can HomeGuard Professional track social media usage?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional can track social media usage on monitored computers.

Is the data collected by HomeGuard Professional secure and private?

Yes, the data collected by HomeGuard Professional is secure and private, accessible only to authorized users.

Does HomeGuard Professional offer any customizable settings?

Yes, HomeGuard Professional allows users to customize settings for monitoring and control based on their specific needs.


Pete Milner

Pete Milner

I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.

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