What Age Does Apple Family Sharing End?

Discover when Apple Family Sharing stops and what happens when your child turns 18.

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Apple Family Sharing typically stops at age 18. Once a child turns 13, they can have their own Apple ID, but they can remain in the family group until they turn 18. At that point, they can choose to leave the group or remain for shared purchases and services.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can a child create their own Apple ID? A child can create their own Apple ID starting at age 13, which allows them to have independent access to Apple services while still being part of a family group.
  2. What happens to family purchases when a child turns 18? When a child turns 18, they can choose to leave the family group but can still access shared purchases if they decide to remain in the group.
  3. Can family members still share purchases after a child turns 18? Yes, a child can continue to share purchases and services with the family group even after turning 18, as long as they choose to stay in the group.

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