How to Set Up Family Sharing on Apple Devices: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to quickly set up Family Sharing on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac to share purchases, Apple Music, and iCloud storage with your family.
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To set up Family Sharing, first, ensure all family members have an Apple ID. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings, tap on your name, then choose 'Family Sharing'. Tap 'Get Started', follow the onscreen instructions to set up your family and invite your family members. For Mac users, go to System Preferences, click 'Family Sharing', and follow the onscreen instructions. Remember, you can share purchases, an Apple Music family plan, iCloud storage plan, and more, making it a convenient way to connect and share with your family.
FAQs & Answers
- What devices support Family Sharing? Family Sharing can be set up on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch running iOS 8 or later, and Macs running OS X Yosemite or later.
- Can I share subscriptions like Apple Music with Family Sharing? Yes, Family Sharing allows you to share Apple Music family plans, iCloud storage, and other eligible subscriptions with your family members.
- Do all family members need an Apple ID to use Family Sharing? Yes, each person in the Family Sharing group must have their own Apple ID to share purchases and subscriptions.