How to Approve In-App Purchases on Google Family Link: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to manage and approve in-app purchases on Google Family Link to control your child's spending in apps securely.

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Open the Family Link app and select your child. Tap 'Manage settings' and then select 'Controls on Google Play'. Under 'Purchase approvals,' select the appropriate setting: 'All content,' 'Only paid content,' 'Only in-app purchases,' or 'No approvals needed'. This will ensure you approve purchases based on the selected criteria.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I enable purchase approvals on Family Link? Open the Family Link app, select your child, tap 'Manage settings,' then 'Controls on Google Play,' and under 'Purchase approvals,' choose the desired approval setting.
  2. Can I restrict only in-app purchases on Family Link? Yes, in the 'Purchase approvals' section of Family Link, you can select 'Only in-app purchases' to require your approval only for those types of purchases.
  3. What happens if I select 'No approvals needed' for purchases? Selecting 'No approvals needed' allows your child to make purchases freely without requiring your permission through Family Link.