How to Control Kids' Purchases on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to manage your child's purchases on iPhone with Family Sharing and Screen Time settings. Keep tech usage responsible!

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To control your kids' purchases on your iPhone, enable Family Sharing and create an Apple ID for your child. Go to Settings, tap on your name, then Family Sharing. Set up Ask to Buy to approve or decline their purchases. For further control, use Screen Time to limit in-app purchases: go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases, and set 'Require Password'. This keeps you in control while teaching responsible usage of technology.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I set up Family Sharing on my iPhone? To set up Family Sharing on your iPhone, go to Settings, tap on your name, then select Family Sharing. Follow the prompts to invite family members and set up shared features.
  2. What is Ask to Buy in Family Sharing? Ask to Buy is a feature in Family Sharing that allows you to require your child to get your approval for purchases or downloads from the App Store. You can enable this feature for your child's Apple ID under Family Sharing settings.
  3. How do I use Screen Time to limit purchases on my child's iPhone? To limit purchases using Screen Time, go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions. Under 'iTunes & App Store Purchases', you can set 'Require Password' to ensure any purchases need your approval.
  4. Can I restrict in-app purchases on my child's iPhone? Yes, you can restrict in-app purchases by navigating to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > iTunes & App Store Purchases, and then setting the restriction options accordingly.

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