Voluntary accountability
Scout works best when the user wants accountability and chooses to participate in their own growth.
Consent-based accountability software
Online accountability for the people who actually want it.
Scout helps you bring the areas you struggle with into the light. Choose the websites and keywords you want monitored, connect an accountability partner, and send alerts directly to their inbox when activity is detected.
No dashboards. No stored browsing logs. No hidden surveillance.
Monitoring enabled
Transparent by design
- Screenshots only on sites you choose
- Email alerts sent to your partner
- Partner notified when settings change
- Simple setup in your browser
Why Scout exists
Accountability should build trust, not create fear.
Some tools try to watch everything. Scout takes a lighter, more honest approach: the user chooses what gets monitored and invites another person into the process.
Targeted screenshots
Instead of logging everything, Scout sends screenshots only when selected sites or keywords are detected.
Inbox-based alerts
Your accountability partner receives alerts by email, without needing to manage a separate dashboard.
How it works
Set the guardrails yourself.
Scout is designed for people who want help staying honest online without giving up all privacy.
1
Add your accountability partner
Enter the email address of the person you want to receive alerts.
2
Choose sites or keywords
Add specific websites, exact URLs, or keywords you want Scout to watch for.
3
Turn monitoring on
When Scout detects a match, it sends a screenshot, URL, page title, and timestamp.
4
Stay transparent
Your partner receives emails when monitoring or settings are changed.
Privacy and safety
Built to support honesty without becoming spyware.
Scout is not designed to secretly monitor every page. It is meant to support open communication between a user and their accountability partner. Scout doesn't treat the user as an enemy to be caught like other accountability software, it treats them as an important player in outcome of their own choices.
No stored logsScout does not maintain a dashboard of browsing history.
User-controlled setupThe user chooses what to monitor and who receives alerts.
Change notificationsPartners are notified when important monitoring settings change.
Privacy RespectedEmails go straight from the user's screen to the accountability partner's inbox.
Pricing
Simple pricing for simple accountability.
Free
$0
Start with basic accountability.
- Monitor up to 2 sites
- Email alerts to a partner
- Good for testing Scout
Most flexible
Scout Plus
$2/month
Unlock more complete accountability.
- Unlimited site monitoring
- Keyword detection
- Easy cancellation or reactivation
Install Scout
Available for Chrome, Firefox, and Chromium-based browsers.
Install Scout from the official browser stores and set up your accountability partner in seconds.
Also works with browsers that support Chrome extensions, including Brave, Microsoft Edge, and Opera.
Blog
Helpful articles about accountability, trust, and online habits.
Accountability
Is Scout the right online accountability software for people who value privacy and honesty?
A clear overview of who Scout is for, what makes it different, and where it fits best.
Faith
What people are saying about Scout
"Wonderful that this exists. There's a free tier and even the paid tier is incredibly affordable. Digital safety and accountability becomes more accessible because of Scout."
Awards
Voted #2 Product of the day on PeerPush
Accountability without spyware: a better approach to transparency. "Wow, this is amazing . Hoping to try it soon." - hanscadx8
Comparisons
Scout alternatives
Compare Scout with other accountability software options.
FAQ
Common questions
Can Scout be circumvented?
Like any accountability software, Scout can be bypassed by someone who is determined to hide their activity. A person could use another device, or take other steps to avoid detection. Scout takes a different approach: rather than attempting to monitor every possible action, it is designed around honesty, consent, and intentional accountability. Real change only happens when its chosen, not when its forced or coerced. Scout doesn't treat the user as an enemy to be caught, it treats them as an important player in the outcome of their own behavior. Accountability only really works when its voluntary, Scout is built around that principle.
Does Scout monitor everything I do?
No. Scout only checks the websites, URLs, and keywords you choose to monitor.
How is Scout different from other accountability software?
Unlike many accountability tools that attempt to monitor every last thing a person does online, Scout is designed around consent and transparency. You decide what is monitored, who receives alerts, and can change or disable monitoring at any time. When monitoring settings are changed, enabled, or disabled, your accountability partner is notified.
Is my data stored on Scout's servers?
No. Scout does not maintain a database or any record of your browsing history. Your settings are stored within your browser, and alerts are only generated when a monitored website or keyword is detected.