How to Track a Chat on a Computer

Whether you want to track chats on your computer to protect your children or to add an extra measure of accountability for you and your spouse, it is something that can easily be done. All you need is the proper software for the job. When choosing chat monitoring software, it is important to read product details to ensure that both sides of the chat conversation is being recorded. Otherwise, a lot of the important chat details will be missing.

Things You'll Need

  • Chat monitoring software
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Instructions

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      Purchase and download a software program that will allow you to track all chatting history. A few of the programs that will allow you to track chatting can be found on sites, such as Computer-Tracking.com, WebWatcherNow.com, PCPandora.com, IMGrabber.net, and ExploreAnywhere.com.

    • 2

      Install the chat monitoring software onto the computer you would like to monitor chats on. If you would like to install the software on more than one computer, be sure to read the license agreement to verify that this is allowed.

    • 3

      Create a username and password during the installation process that will be needed to view chat history. Many programs will also allow you to configure the monitoring settings by entering the websites you want to monitor chats on, such as MySpace or FaceBook. For maximum security, you should allow monitoring on all chat sites, as indicated by the program your purchased.

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      Access the interface that will allow you to read chat history. The exact method to view chat history will slightly vary by program. Typically, the history is accessed through an online website that requires your username and password. Read specific program instructions to verify.

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