How to Add a Parent to Your Google Family Link Account

Learn how to easily add a parent to your Google Family Link account for shared management and enhanced control over your child's digital activities.

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To add a parent to your Family Link account, open the Family Link app and go to the menu. Select 'Add parent' and follow the on-screen instructions. Both parties need to have a Google account. Once added, the new parent will have shared control over the child’s account settings, ensuring a more collaborative management of digital activities and safety.

Questions and answers

  1. Can I add more than one parent to a Family Link account?

    Yes, you can add multiple parents to a Family Link account, allowing shared supervision of your child's account settings.

  2. Do both parents need a Google account to be added to Family Link?

    Yes, both parents must have Google accounts to be added and share control over the child's Family Link account.

  3. What controls does a parent have after being added to Family Link?

    Once added, a parent can manage app permissions, screen time, and account settings to support safe digital activities.