Getting Started
How to download the Control+ App on an Apple iOS or Android Device
Getting started with Control+ is quick and easy. Just follow the steps below to install the app on your device. 🍏 For Apple iOS Devices (iPhone or iPad) Download on the App Store Tap the link above to open the App Store. Tap Get to install. Confirm with your Apple ID or Face ID. Once installed, open the app and sign in to your account. 🤖 For Android Devices Download on Google Play (https://play.google.PopularWhat is Control+?
In today's digital world, threats like data leaks, scams, and phishing attempts are becoming more sophisticated every day. Most people don't realize how exposed their personal information can be — or how easily scammers can target their entire family. Control+ was created to change that. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe and confident online, without needing to be a cybersecurity expert. Our Mission: Real Protection for Real People At Control+, our mission is simple: to protectSome readersGetting Started With Control+ — How to Make Everything Work Properly
Welcome to Control+! This guide walks you through the most important setup steps to make sure your protection is fully active and working correctly from the start. ⚠️ Many protections require permissions and settings to be enabled manually on your phone. If setup is incomplete, some features may not work properly. Step 1 — Download and Log Into the Correct Account Make sure you are logging in with the same email and account used during purchase. This is one of the most common setup issues.Few readers
Features
How to add a family member?
With Control+, you can protect your loved ones so everyone stays safer online together. The Family feature is available as a one-time purchase and does not renew automatically. Your family members will have access for as long as your subscription lasts, with no additional payment required. 👥 How to Add Family Members Open the Control+ app and tap Family in the bottom navigation menu. Select an available member slot and enter their email address and phone number. Tap RegisterPopularHow Can I Activate Call Protection on My phone?
Call Protection is a feature in Control+ that helps monitor and block suspicious calls automatically. How to Activate Call Protection Open the Control+ app and go to the Home screen. Scroll down to Your services and tap Call Protection. If it shows Inactive, tap Set up to activate it. Once activated: We will monitor your incoming calls. Calls that appear suspicious will be automatically blocked. You will receive a notification whenever a call is blocked *(iSome readersFeatures Overview
Here's What Control+ Can Do to Keep You Protected 🗑️ Data Broker Removal Data Broker Removal identifies and scrubs your personal information from "people search" sites and marketing databases. Control+ automatically sends opt-out requests on your behalf to remove your home address, phone number, and family details from the web. This reduces your digital footprint and makes it harder for scammers or stalkers to find you. 🛡️ Identity Protection Control+ scans the dark web for any known leFew readersHow to Turn Off Call Silencing?
Control+ is designed to filter spam and fraudulent calls, not legitimate ones. If a call you wanted to receive didn't come through, it may have been flagged as suspicious. The best solution is to add that number to your Unblocked Phone Numbers list so it always rings through. If a call you wanted to receive didn't come through, it may have been flagged as suspicious. The best solution is to add that number to your Unblocked Phone Numbers list so it always rings through. Steps to UnblockFew readersCan I install Control+ on My Laptop?
Control+ is designed primarily to protect your mobile experience and is currently available as an app for iOS and Android smartphones. Installation on Laptops and Desktops At this time, Control+ does not support installation on laptops or desktop computers. The app's features are optimized for mobile devices — including protection for mobile browsers, SMS, and calls — which aren't applicable on most laptops or desktops. To get started on your smartphone, see: Download the Control+ AFew readersIs the App Supposed to Be Actively Running in the Background?
Control+ is designed to run actively in the background to provide continuous protection and monitoring. Why It Needs to Run in the Background Real-time monitoring: To scan for data exposure, track calls, and protect your personal information, the app needs to operate continuously. Automatic updates: Running in the background ensures removal requests, spam call blocking, and other protections are always up to date. Notifications: You will receive alerts and updates — such asFew readersHow to Activate SMS Protection in Control+
Unwanted text messages are one of the most common cyber threats today. Hackers use them to trick people into clicking malicious links, sharing personal information, or downloading harmful apps. To protect you from these risks, Control+ offers SMS Protection, which automatically filters suspicious messages and sends them to your Junk folder. Note: SMS Protection is currently available on iOS only. Steps to Activate SMS Protection Open the Control+ app and go to the Home sFew readersWhere is the “Allowlist” and "Blocklist" in Control+?
The Allowlist in Control+ is part of the Call Protection feature. It lets you whitelist trusted numbers so they will never be blocked. How to Access and Manage Your Allowlist Open the Control+ app and go to the Home screen. Tap Call Protection under Your services. You will see options to manage Blocked and Unblocked numbers. Tap Unblocked numbers — this is your Allowlist. Add any trusted numbers here to ensure they always get through. This makes it easFew readersDoes Control+ Check for Viruses? Do you have Antivirus?
Control+ is not an antivirus system and does not scan for or remove viruses from your device. Its main purpose is to protect your personal data and privacy, not to provide traditional malware protection. How to Protect Your Device from Viruses While Control+ keeps your data safe, you can take additional steps to protect your device from viruses and malware: Install a trusted antivirus app: Use reputable antivirus software that can detect and remove malware. Keep your device updatFew readersIs Family Protection included in my plan?
Family Protection is included in select Control+ plans and allows you to protect up to 4 family members under a single subscription. How to Check if You Have Family Protection Open the Control+ app on your mobile device. Log in to your account. Tap Family in the bottom navigation menu. If Family Protection Is Included in Your Plan The Family tab will be active and show your available member slots. You'll see how many seats are filled and how many remain — for exampleFew readersCan I add my Ipad to my account?
Adding your iPad to your Control+ account is simple and ensures your protection continues seamlessly across your devices. Step 1: Download the Control+ App Open the App Store on your iPad. Search for Control+. Download and install the app. Step 2: Log In to Your Account Open the Control+ app. Tap Log in. Enter the email and password associated with your existing Control+ account. Once logged in, your iPad will sync instantly with your account. Step 3: EnjoFew readersCan I Switch Apps While Control+ Is Searching for Data Breaches?
You can absolutely switch to another app while Control+ is searching for data breaches. The scan runs in the background, so it won't stop just because you're using a different app. Your protection remains active and the process continues smoothly even when Control+ is not in the foreground. Tips for Best Results Keep Control+ running in the background: This ensures all checks can complete without interruption. Check progress anytime: Open the app and go to the Home screen toFew readersHow often does Control+ scan for new exposures?
Control+ is designed to provide continuous, ongoing protection — not just a one-time scan. Here's how our scanning works across each feature. 🛡️ Identity Protection & Dark Web Monitoring Our system continuously monitors dark web databases and known breach sources for any new exposures linked to your email addresses and phone number. This happens automatically in the background throughout your subscription — you don't need to manually trigger any scans. If a new exposure is detected, you'll rFew readersWhy Didn’t Control+ Block All Calls Immediately?
We completely understand how frustrating spam and scam calls can be — especially when they continue after installing protection. Many customers expect all unwanted calls to stop instantly, but modern spam systems unfortunately don't work that way. 📞 Why Spam Calls Still Appear Scammers constantly change and rotate phone numbers. Many spam operations use: Spoofed numbers that appear to come from legitimate sources Temporary numbers that are discarded after use Automated robocall systemsFew readersCan family members see each other's data?
Your privacy is important to us. Family Protection is designed to protect everyone individually while giving the plan owner visibility over the protection progress. 🔒 What the Plan Owner Can See When you add family members to your plan, you can see: Whether each member has accepted their invitation and activated their protection. The overall status of their protection (active or inactive). Their data broker removal progress — including which brokers have been processed and their cuFew readersHow to Remove a Family Member
You can remove a family member from your plan at any time directly within the app. How to Remove a Family Member Open the Control+ app and tap Family in the bottom navigation menu. Select the family member you want to remove. Tap Remove Member and confirm your decision. Once removed, that member will lose access to Control+ protection immediately. Their seat will become available and you can invite a new family member at any time. ⚠️ Please note: Removing a family memFew readersIs Call Blocking available for Android?
Great news — Call Protection is now available on both Android and iOS! It helps monitor and block suspicious calls automatically. How to Activate Call Protection Open the Control+ app and go to the Home screen. Scroll down to Your services and tap Call Protection. If it shows Inactive, tap Set up to activate it. Once activated: We will monitor your incoming calls. Calls that appear suspicious will be automatically blocked. You will receive a notification wFew readersWhat is Identity Protection and how does it work?
🔍 What Does Identity Protection Do? Dark web monitoring: Our system continuously scans dark web databases and known breach sources to check if your email address or phone number has been exposed. Breach alerts: If your information is found, you'll receive an immediate notification telling you what was detected so you can take action quickly. Ongoing protection: Identity Protection doesn't run just once — it continuously monitors for new exposures throughout your subscriptioFew readersCan I Protect Multiple Phone Numbers?
Yes — multiple phone numbers can be protected with Control+, but the setup depends on your subscription type. 📱 Regular Protection Plan A standard individual Control+ subscription protects: One primary phone number One user profile This is designed for personal use on a single main number. If you change your phone number, our support team can help update the protected number connected to your account. 👨👩👧 Family Protection If you'd like to protect multiple phone numbers — such as aFew readers
Why Is My Protection Not 100%?
Control+ provides multiple layers of protection, but your score will only reach 100% when all available features on your device are active. Here's what each feature does and why enabling them all matters. 🛡️ Identity Protection & Dark Web Monitoring Control+ scans the dark web for any known leaks involving your email and phone number. If your data is found, you'll receive detailed information about what was exposed, such as your name, address, or passwords. This allows you to act quiSome readersWhy Am I Receiving Emails from Data Brokers?
If you've received an email from a data broker — such as Hightouch for example — asking you to verify your email address, don't worry. This is a normal part of the data removal process. Why This Happens Some data brokers require additional confirmation from you to process removal requests. These emails are part of their standard privacy procedure to ensure the request is legitimate. Control+ initiates the removal on your behalf, but certain brokers need your direct confirmation to compFew readers