Frequently Asked Questions

Anywhere Monitor is a remote keylogger and computer monitoring software for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu. It records keystrokes, screenshots, websites, chat, email, application usage and more, then syncs the logs to a secure web console that you can view from anywhere.

Install the small agent program on the computer you want to monitor. The agent records activity in the background and automatically uploads the logs to a secure server. You sign in to the web console from any browser to view the reports in real time.

Yes, when used for legitimate purposes such as monitoring your own devices, parental monitoring of your children, or employee monitoring on company computers with proper notice and consent. You must comply with local laws and obtain consent where required.

It is designed for home and personal use - parents monitoring children, individuals protecting their own devices, and small businesses tracking company computers.

No. Installation takes only a few seconds, and the web console is simple and easy to use. Step-by-step guides are available for Windows and Mac.

Sign in to the Anywhere Monitor web console from any web browser using your account. All logs are organized there and can be viewed from anywhere, anytime.

Yes. The agent runs in stealth mode with no desktop icons, no taskbar entry and no visible windows.

Anywhere Monitor is designed for personal and home use, while iMonitor EAM and 365 are business-oriented employee monitoring products with more team management features.

Sign up for an account, download the agent installer onto the target computer, run it, and enter your account ID and password. It takes only a few seconds.

Run the installer again on the monitored computer and choose the uninstall option. Uninstallation is protected by your account password.

Yes, it runs completely in stealth mode without icons, windows or visible processes, and it is protected by your account password.

Yes. All logs are uploaded with secure encryption and can only be read after decryption on the server. Login is also protected.

Very little. The agent is highly optimized and uses minimal CPU, memory and network resources so it does not slow down the computer.

The agent keeps recording offline. Once the computer reconnects to the internet, all pending logs are uploaded automatically.

Normally within 1-2 minutes, though it can be delayed depending on the internet connection.

Logs are stored for 7 days by default. Contact support if you need a longer retention period.

Yes. Anywhere Monitor works behind hardware firewalls, routers, LANs and dial-up connections.

The agent does not read private or security data, so it is generally not flagged as a virus. If an antivirus blocks it, add the installation folder to the exclusion list.

No. The program runs invisibly and cannot be ended by the computer user.

Sign in to the web console and change the password in account settings. If you forgot it, use the password recovery page.

Keystrokes, screenshots, websites visited, chat conversations, emails, application usage, clipboard, file operations, USB usage, system events and more.

Yes. Every key typed is recorded in real time and uploaded securely.

Yes. The desktop is captured at scheduled intervals so you can see exactly what happened.

Yes. It logs the full browsing history from all popular browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera and Safari.

Yes. Popular chat and instant messaging applications are monitored and their conversations are recorded.

Yes. Incoming and outgoing emails, including webmail and attachments, are logged.

Yes. It records which applications run and how much time is spent on each.

Yes. Copied and pasted text and images are captured.

Yes. File copy, move, delete and rename activities are logged with timestamps.

Yes. You can view the remote desktop in real time from the web console.

Yes. USB device connections and file transfers are logged.

Yes. It provides graphical charts, daily and weekly reports, and high-priority alerts for sensitive activities.

It costs $24.95 per computer for one month, or $99.95 per computer for one year.

License size is based on the number of computers you monitor - one license per computer where the agent is installed.

Credit card and PayPal are recommended. Wire transfer and local bank transfer are also available.

You can start with a free 3-day trial, and every purchase is covered by a 3-day unconditional money-back guarantee.

Subscriptions renew automatically each month or year. You can manage or cancel renewal from your account or by contacting support.

Email support@imonitorsoft.com before the renewal date to cancel and avoid future charges.

No. All version upgrades are free for active subscribers.

Yes. You can sign up for a free 3-day trial and try the live demo to see how it works before purchasing.

No. Each monitored computer requires its own license.

After payment, we activate your license in your account. You then install the agent on the target computers and start monitoring.

The latest version supports all versions of Windows, Mac OS X 10.8 and later, and Ubuntu.

Yes. All versions of Windows are supported, including Windows 11, 10, 8, 7 and earlier.

Yes. Mac OS X 10.8 and all later versions are supported.

Yes. Ubuntu is supported.

The agent is designed for Windows, Mac and Ubuntu computers. For mobile monitoring, please see our phone monitoring products.

The agent runs on any standard Windows, Mac OS X 10.8+ or Ubuntu computer with an internet connection. It uses very low CPU and memory.

Please contact support for terminal server and multi-session environment licensing.

Yes. Both 32-bit and 64-bit systems are supported.