How to Change a Google Account from Child to Regular Account Using Family Link

Learn how to convert a Google child account to a regular one by removing it from Family Link once the user is over 13 years old.

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To change a Google Account from child to normal, you need to follow these steps: 1) Open the Google Family Link app. 2) Select the child’s account. 3) Tap on 'Manage settings' and then 'Account info.' 4) Follow the on-screen instructions to remove the account from Family Link. Note: The child must be over 13 years old to manage their own account.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change a child Google account to a regular account before age 13? No, Google requires users to be over 13 years old to manage their own accounts independently and to be removed from Family Link.
  2. What is Google Family Link and how does it work? Google Family Link is an app that allows parents to create and manage child Google accounts, setting digital ground rules and monitoring account usage.
  3. How do I remove a child account from Family Link? Open the Google Family Link app, select the child's account, go to Manage settings > Account info, and follow the instructions to remove the account.
  4. What changes when a Google account is converted from child to regular? Once removed from Family Link, the account holder can manage their own settings, privacy preferences, and app permissions without parental controls.

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For more helpful guides on managing Google accounts and parental control settings, check out our tutorials on setting up Google Family Link, managing account permissions, and troubleshooting common Google account issues.

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