How to Family Share Apps You've Already Purchased on iOS and Android

Learn how to family share apps you've purchased on iOS and Android devices with step-by-step instructions for easy setup.

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To family share apps you’ve already purchased, ensure Family Sharing is set up on your device. For iOS, go to Settings > Your Name > Family Sharing. Add family members by tapping ‘Add Member’. Then, ensure ‘Purchase Sharing’ is enabled. On Android, open the Google Play Store, go to Account > Family > Sign up for Family Library, and follow the prompts. After setup, family members can access shared apps under their ‘Purchased’ tab in the store.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Family Sharing on iOS? Family Sharing on iOS allows family members to share purchased apps, music, and other content without buying them multiple times.
  2. How do I enable Purchase Sharing on my iPhone? Go to Settings > Your Name > Family Sharing, add family members, then enable Purchase Sharing to share purchased apps.
  3. Can Android users share purchased apps with family? Yes, Android users can use Google Play Family Library by signing up in the Google Play Store under Account > Family.
  4. How do family members access shared apps after setup? Family members can access shared apps under the Purchased tab in their respective app stores after Family Sharing is set up.

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