How to Turn Off Family Link Restrictions on Your Child's Device

Learn step-by-step how to disable Family Link restrictions and stop supervision on your child's device using the Family Link app.

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To turn off Family Link restrictions on your child's device, start by opening the Family Link app. Go to 'Manage settings', then 'Controls on Google Play'. Here, you can adjust the content restrictions. To disable supervision completely, select the child's name under 'Family group', tap on 'Account Info', and then 'Stop supervision'. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the changes. It's important to communicate with your child about the reason for these adjustments.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I completely remove supervision from Family Link? Yes, you can stop supervision by accessing your child's account info within the Family Link app and selecting 'Stop supervision'. Follow the prompts to confirm this change.
  2. What happens when I turn off Family Link restrictions? Turning off restrictions removes content and app limitations set through Family Link, giving your child more freedom on their device but reducing parental controls.
  3. Is it necessary to inform my child before disabling Family Link restrictions? It is recommended to communicate with your child about the reasons for changing Family Link settings to maintain trust and understanding.