How to Exit Family Sharing at Age 16

Learn how to leave Family Sharing on Apple devices at 16, including steps to take and requirements for a new Apple ID.

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Yes, you can leave Family Sharing at 16. To do so, open the Settings app on your device, tap your name, and then tap 'Family Sharing'. Select your name, and choose 'Leave Family'. Note that you'll need to have your own Apple ID and payment method to make purchases afterward.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens if I leave Family Sharing? If you leave Family Sharing, you will lose access to shared purchases and subscriptions but will retain your own Apple ID.
  2. Can I rejoin Family Sharing after leaving? Yes, you can rejoin Family Sharing if the family organizer invites you again.
  3. Do I need a separate Apple ID to leave Family Sharing? Yes, you will need your own Apple ID to manage purchases independently after leaving Family Sharing.
  4. What are the benefits of Family Sharing? Family Sharing allows families to share purchases, subscriptions, and location sharing among family members using a single payment method.

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