Understanding Screen Time Limits: Do They End at 18?

Discover if Screen Time restrictions stop at 18 and learn how to manage settings in Apple's Family Sharing.

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Screen Time restrictions do not automatically stop at age 18. They depend on Apple's Family Sharing settings. If you are part of Family Sharing, the organizer can manage Screen Time for any group member, regardless of age. To adjust settings, guardians can visit Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > Screen Time, selecting the member to modify permissions. Note, personal Screen Time can be customized independently on your own Apple device under Settings > Screen Time.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens to Screen Time restrictions when you turn 18? Screen Time restrictions do not automatically stop at age 18; they are managed through Apple’s Family Sharing settings, which can continue to apply regardless of age.
  2. How can I adjust my Screen Time settings? You can adjust your Screen Time settings by going to Settings > [Your Name] > Family Sharing > Screen Time, and selecting the group member you want to modify permissions for.
  3. Can I customize my own Screen Time settings? Yes, personal Screen Time settings can be customized independently on your own Apple device by navigating to Settings > Screen Time.
  4. What is Apple Family Sharing? Apple Family Sharing allows family members to share purchases, subscriptions, and management of Screen Time settings across devices, ensuring that restrictions can be applied as needed.