How to Schedule Downtime on Your Child's iPhone

Learn how to set scheduled downtime on your child's iPhone to manage screen time effectively.

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To turn off your child's iPhone at a certain time: 1. Open Settings on your device. 2. Go to Screen Time > Downtime. 3. Set the start and end times for when the phone should be disabled. This will limit access to most apps and functions during the set period.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I restrict apps during downtime on my child's iPhone? Yes, during downtime, access to most apps and functions will be limited as set in the Screen Time settings.
  2. What happens if my child tries to use their iPhone during downtime? If your child attempts to use their iPhone during the scheduled downtime, they will see a message indicating that the phone is disabled until the end of the designated time.
  3. How can I customize the downtime settings for different days? You can customize downtime settings for different days by going into the Screen Time settings and selecting specific time blocks for each day.