How to Approve Apple Purchases for Kids Using Family Sharing

Learn how to easily approve Apple purchases for kids with Family Sharing settings.

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To approve Apple purchases for kids, use Family Sharing. Open the Settings app, tap your name, then Family Sharing. Add your child’s Apple ID under Add Family Member. Enable Ask to Buy; this ensures any purchase requests from your child trigger a notification on your device, which you can approve or deny.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Family Sharing on Apple devices? Family Sharing allows family members to share purchases, subscriptions, and more while managing parental controls.
  2. How do I set up Family Sharing for my kids? To set up Family Sharing, go to Settings, tap your name, select Family Sharing, and add your child's Apple ID.
  3. What is the 'Ask to Buy' feature? 'Ask to Buy' is a feature that sends you a notification whenever your child attempts to make a purchase on their device.
  4. Can I manage my kid's app downloads? Yes, with Family Sharing and the 'Ask to Buy' feature, you can approve or deny app downloads for your children.

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