How to Remove a Child Under 13 from Family Sharing on iPhone

Learn how to safely transfer a child under 13 from Family Sharing on iPhone with step-by-step instructions.

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Removing a child under 13 from Family Sharing on iPhone requires transferring them to another family group. Go to 'Settings' > [your name] > 'Family Sharing'. Tap the child’s name and select 'Transfer'. Enter the Apple ID of the new family organizer and follow the on-screen instructions. Note: Direct removal is not possible due to Apple’s policy protecting linked accounts for children under 13.

Questions and answers

  1. Can I directly remove a child under 13 from Family Sharing?

    No, direct removal is not possible due to Apple's policy protecting children's accounts.

  2. What do I need to transfer a child from Family Sharing?

    You need the Apple ID of the new family organizer to transfer a child from Family Sharing.

  3. How do I manage Family Sharing settings on iPhone?

    Go to 'Settings' > [your name] > 'Family Sharing' to manage your Family Sharing settings.