Can Family Members See Hidden Purchases in Apple Family Sharing?

Discover whether hidden purchases can be viewed by family members in Apple Family Sharing and learn how to maintain your privacy.

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Family members cannot see hidden purchases in shared accounts like Apple Family Sharing. Hidden purchases are excluded from each member’s purchase history and recommendations. To hide a purchase, go to your purchase history and select ‘Hide.’ This ensures privacy while keeping shared accounts efficient and organized.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can family members see purchases made on shared accounts? No, family members cannot see purchases made on shared accounts if those purchases are hidden. Hidden purchases do not appear in the purchase history of other members.
  2. How can I hide a purchase from family members? To hide a purchase, go to your purchase history, select the purchase you want to hide, and choose 'Hide.' This will remove the purchase from your visible history.
  3. What is Apple Family Sharing? Apple Family Sharing is a feature that allows family members to share purchases, subscriptions, and other services while keeping individual accounts separate. Each member maintains their own account privacy.
  4. Will hiding purchases affect recommendations? Yes, hiding a purchase also means it won't influence recommendations for other family members, ensuring a more tailored experience for each account.

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