Can Children Have Their Own Amazon Accounts? Understanding Parental Controls

Learn if kids can have Amazon accounts and how to enable safe access through Amazon FreeTime.

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Children under 13 cannot have their own Amazon account. However, parents can create a Household account and add their child to the Amazon FreeTime or Amazon Kids+ to grant access to age-appropriate content. This ensures a safe and controlled online environment tailored for children's use.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Amazon FreeTime? Amazon FreeTime is a service that provides access to child-friendly content and tools designed for parental controls.
  2. Can parents monitor their child's activity on Amazon? Yes, parents can monitor their child's activity through the Household account and settings in Amazon FreeTime.
  3. Are there any age restrictions for Amazon accounts? Yes, children under 13 cannot have their own Amazon account without parental controls.
  4. What is the difference between Amazon FreeTime and Amazon Kids+? Amazon Kids+ is an upgraded version of FreeTime that includes access to more content and features for kids.

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